Suppose that you are on a date with a new person, and you are trying to get this person to be attracted to you. Which of the following actions should you avoid?
A) Mimic your date's hand gestures and tone of voice.
B) Explicitly tell your date that you like him or her.
C) Discuss experiences you share, even if they are negative (e.g., discuss the fact that you both have chronic car problems).
D) Tell your date that you are not sure if you like him or her yet.

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While honesty is important, telling your date that you are not sure if you like him or her yet can come off as lack of interest or even a challenge. It is best to focus on positive experiences and shared interests, while also being genuine and kind. Mimicking your date's gestures and tone of voice can also come off as insincere or creepy. Explicitly telling your date that you like him or her can be risky early on and may be better communicated through body language and other subtle cues. Discussing negative experiences can be bonding if done in a constructive and empathetic way, but it is important to be mindful of how much emotional baggage you bring to the date.

Suppose That You Are on a Date with a New