How to make a good first impression on a date

A couple on a date. (Courtesy)

American TikTok user "Mr Koa" shared anonymous first date fails on his page, which has garnered 207 thousand followers. He shared that the purpose of a first date is to either cut someone off or see if you want to take things further, saying "if by date one, I know you're not for me, I do not want a second date." The stories he shared range from women who were asked out on a date and later told to split the bill, to the other person being completely rude to the wait staff.

A first date can bring out nerves in just about anyone. The pressure to make a good first impression sits at your core as a human being and plays into your human psyche of wanting to be liked or appreciated. Making a good impression on a first date is important as it is an opportunity to potentially start a meaningful relationship. Here are some tips for making a good impression on a first date, regardless of gender.