Any dating advice from women for a dude who doesn't want to make an ass of himself?

[Danfruff]

Hi! I'm 27 years old and I've always been a massive introvert. I also struggle with depression. As a result, I've always avoided talking to pretty much everyone unless absolutely necessary. Now that I'm older, I badly crave a relationship. I want to get into the dating scene, but I feel so inexperienced and overwhelmed. I just want to ask for tips from any girls out there on what you like/don't like to see in dating apps or first dates and stuff like that. I know I can't just follow a script on this kind of thing, but I would just really appreciate some advice from actual women. Especially if you have experience dating an introverted person. Thank you so much!

[Lynnzee]

One of the best things you can always do is be your genuine self. Since you don't like talking as much ask your date about themselves that way they are doing most of the talking. They will feel special because you are interested in getting to know them and are being attentive. Hopefully you will find you have things in common.

[DeeDeeDeVour]

1. Easier said than done: Calm down.

2. Before and during the date: She's probably just as nervous as you are.

3. Absolutely NO to pretenses: Be yourself and not someone you think she likes or wants.

[Nikki1989]

Sounds like you have some major hurdles to jump over here. Work on your confidence levels and step out of your comfort zone as much as possible.

[Danfruff]

I agree. Both of those are things I'll be working on from now on. I appreciate the advice!

[supercutebutt]

Whatever you do, don't tell a girl you are in the MAGA cult. We hate that shit.

[Danfruff]

Was planning to open with that, but I guess I'll have to reconsider my tactics now 😉