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Dating: Know the Mood
What you choose to do on a date sets a certain
mood. These different moods are what give dating
such variety. One of the first steps in date
planning is to decide what you are in the mood for,
emotionally speaking. If you've had a stressful
week, for example, think of what kind of evening
will make you feel better. If you need a laugh,
your date could be dinner and a show at a comedy
club.
Of course, you'll want to consider your
partner's mood, too. Instead of asking what your
partner would like to do, ask your partner what
kind of emotional state he or she is in. Dating is
for both partners; if both feel their needs are
being considered, the time together will be more
enjoyable.
Decide what kind of mood you need for your date
and then plan accordingly. The following list
describes some moods you may be in. Next to each
mood, write some date ideas that meet each mood for
you. Have your partner do the same.
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Mood of Date
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Type of Activity to Meet
Mood
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Relaxing?
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Exciting?
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Adventurous?
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Elegant?
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Sexy?
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Intellectual?
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Romantic?
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Other?
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When you understand what kind of date will meet
your needs and your partner's, figuring out what to
do is much easier. If you partner tells you she
feels like doing something elegant, you'll know
what date ideas will satisfy that need of hers.
Remember, dating is meant to be enjoyable so if you
have the least bit of hesitation or dread for a
date, then you need to consider changing the mood
(or your date!).
© 2010 ExpertDatingAdvice.com
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Guide to Romance' and 'Desirable Men: How to Find
Them' has appeared on several hundred radio and
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