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Approach anxiety is a common problem that most people face during their first dates.Feeling nervous during your first date is a common experience. It is normal to be concerned about making a good first impression to your date.Both men and women worry whether their date will find them attractive enough, smart enough or even funny enough. The key feature of a successful dater is his ability to control his dating anxiety. Here are some tricks to avoid dating anxiety1. Focus on the hope of finding loveBefore going for the date, turn into a jovial mood and have the hope of the possibility of finding love.2. Wear something attractiveBoost your morale by dressing smartly. Wear something that makes you look good. You can wear the attire which your friends always give you good compliments about, as this will make you feel attractive.3. Practice makes perfectThe best way to reduce anxiety is to face your fears. On your way to the date, start a conversation with a stranger you find attractive and give them a small compliment.4. Focus on your dateConcentrate on listening and corresponding to what your date is saying. Maintain eye contact with them, listen to their words and admire their smiles and body language.5. Keep the conversation revolving around happy topicsTalk about interesting facts and topics. Avoid asking about negative and traumatic events that can change your date’s mood and ruin the occasion. Remember each one of you is responsible for how the conversation flows.6. Share your good experienceShare your good stuff with your date as you ask them questions. This makes it easier to avoid pauses and to keep the conversation going.