Dating In USA

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Understanding American Culture• Americans are much more assertive . They use

words as tools to express their opinions and to accomplish goals.

• Be direct, and reserve small talk for later.• Eye contact is also important.• Americans tend to require more personal spac

e than in other cultures.• Americans often seem very friendly, this

friendliness does not always mean that the person is looking for a deeper relationship.

• Being polite is important in this culture.• Shaking hands is considered polite when you first

meet someone.• American names generally have three parts: first n

ame, middle name or initial and last name. In most cases the first name appears first, then the middle initial and then the last name.

• Gift GivingFor a wedding, the bride will have “registered” at one or two local department stores, indicating the items and styling she prefers. If you wish to give a gift when you leave to return to your home country, the best gift is something that is unique to your country.

Asking

It’s completely acceptable for either the man or woman to do the asking. The person who does the asking should pay for the date, unless the person asked insists on paying for herself while on the date.

Activities

You should plan on actually engaging in some enjoyable activity.

Sex

Most people do not expect sex during the first few dates. Sex on a date should happen only if both people their express consent.

Follow-UpHaving gone on a date does not obligate

you to go on another date with that person or pursue a relationship.

How do you tell someone that you like them?

You can use these phrases:

• “I like spending time with you.”

• “I enjoy your company.”

How do you know if someone likes you?

• If they return your text message quickly, they might like you.

• If the person invites you out for dinner or a coffee then they might like you.

• If you go out for dinner or coffee and the person wants to pay for you, that could be a sign that they have a romantic interest in you. However, in some business situations, a colleague might pay for you so don’t get confused!

• If they call you or text you on a special or important day, that might mean that they like you.

How do you know when someone is NOT interested in you romantically?

• If someone doesn’t text you back for a long time after you write them a text, they are probably not interested.

• If they wait until the last minute to ask you out, you are their last resort, their last choice.

• If they avoid extended eye contact with you they might not be interested. But be careful! In some situations like an interview, you also need to make extended, direct eye contact and that does not mean romantic interest.

• If they suggest a group date after you ask them out on a solo date.

• It’s very rare to ask someone to be your girlfriend or boyfriend after one date!

8 Dating Customs 1. Family Matters2. Yes, you do ask the father3. The guy initiates4. There are no games5. Time is of essence6. Dress to impress7. Pays for dinner without expectation8. Complimenting