CRUSHES

 

1.) Evaluate the date. 

And no, this doesn’t mean analyzing every second of the date...though you'll probably do that anyway. Try to see, objectively, if things went well. If it wasn't so great, you might want to hold off. If it was a total 10/10 and he or she hasn’t contacted you, it could be because they really like you. Yeah, it doesn't make much sense, but that's the nature of dating.

2.) Give it a little time.

If you're sitting there waiting to contact them because you don't want to seem overeager, consider the possibility that they're doing the same. Maybe they're shy, or don't want to freak you out, or even would just prefer to talk to you in person. If you can, give it a day. If you can't? Well...

3.) Just text them.

You clearly want to. There’s nothing wrong with sending a text expressing how much fun you had or bringing up something you joked about on your date. If they respond in a positive way, this is most likely a good sign. If they ignore it, whatever—there are plenty of more communicative fish in the sea. 

Whatever you decide to do, remember to stay positive and to not let it get you down. All relationships are different and some move way faster than others. Know your worth, but don’t expect too much after a first date and try not to rush it. You’re still getting to know each other, and that’s totally okay! 

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Do you text after a first date? How would you start a next-day convo? Let us know!  

by Abigail Kullberg | 2/1/2016