Everyone has had bad dates at one point of their lives. It is probable that we all will continue to have bad dates every now and then. There seems to be just two options when it comes to bad dates: stay and suffer or just leave. Either one has bad repercussions. This post will discuss the best options on what to do if you’re on a bad date and how to get out of your bad date.

At first you may feel guilty for wanting to escape a bad first date. However we must realize that your time is precious, and theirs is too. Instead of sticking around a few hours with someone who you have no future with, it’s best to end the date early. You wouldn’t want to lead them on either.

The first step to take is to prevent a bad first date in the first place. To do this, go into the date without high expectations. Just think of this date as an opportunity to get out of the house for a while and meet someone new. If you don’t have high hopes then your hopes will not be dashed.

Another thing you can do to prevent a bad first date is to not go on blind dates. Whether we like to admit it or not physical chemistry is a big deal. Unless you know what the other person looks like don’t go on a date at all. If you do, you may already be disappointed with your date before it really starts.

So now let’s discuss how to get out of a bad first date. One of the best ways to get out of a bad date is to make it be as short as possible. You can pre-plan for this by only having short first dates. This way, even the worst dates won’t last so long. Go for a walk at the park, for a drink at the bar or a midday coffee shop outing. If you’re having dinner, don’t order an appetizer or dessert.

So what about just telling them that it’s not working out? While being honest seems like a good idea, honesty may not be the best policy as it pertains to removing yourself from a bad first date. You wouldn’t want feelings to be hurt and this would only convert a bad date into a bad awkward one.

So in closing, leave a bad date by finding ways to shorten your outing. There is a way to leave respectfully. Try and not end the date right away, as that would be rude. At least give the date some time to see if you are compatible. Perhaps you and this person may not be physically attracted to each other yet you hit it off. They could become a future friend of yours if you don’t at least give the date a chance.