Thanks to the rise of popular dating apps, modern ‘daters’ are bombarded with more options than ever. Modern matchmaking websites have seen it all so compiled a list of the most popular courting blunders. If you’re currently back in the dating game, there’s a few do’s and don’ts to abide by to avoid making these common dating faux pas.
15 Common Dating Faux Pas to Avoid
#1. Forgetting their name mid-date.
#2. Calling them the wrong name.
#3. Turning up late.
#4. Only talking about yourself.
#5. Talking about your “crazy” ex.
#6. Inviting a friend or two along.
#7. Talking about your long-term relationship goals and asking about theirs; marriage, children etcetera.
#8. Drinking too much alcohol.
#9. Taking selfies or photos of your food and cocktails, editing them to perfection then posting on social media while your date watches on in bored horror.
#10. Answering calls and texts throughout the entire date.
#11. Being rude to the waiters or bar staff that serve you.
#12. Getting Tinder or other dating app notifications, loudly.
#13. Being negative.
#14. Not being emotionally available or ready to date.
#15. Being overly judgemental.
