If someone were to ask you to sum up your dating life in one word and the one you chose was “boring”, then you’ve come to the right place! We’re firm believers that out of all of the things a dating experience should be, “boring” is definitely not one of them.
So here’s the deal. If you’re not currently seeing anyone (or seeing anyone seriously), have you ever considered using a matchmaking service like Tawkify before? Not only do they have an awesome reputation for having clients who go on repeat dates, but they are also becoming a fan favorite when it comes to choosing some really amazing dates for their clients to go on too! Dinner and a movie? That’s not even on the radar of their date plans. Not by a long shot.
But what if you’re already seeing someone, you both like one another and get along really well? What if the only thing that both of you really have “complain” about is the fact that your dates feel a bit monotonous? If that’s the case, there are some things that you can do to make your dating life a bit more exciting. It’s all about doing some research, creating a budget and being open-minded. With this combo, your dates can go from ho-hum to a thrill ride. Each and every time!
Plan ahead. One reason why so many couples resort to dinner and a movie is because they don’t really do a lot of planning ahead. Virtually every city has a community calendar that lists what’s going on, weeks in advance. Put forth the concerted effort to check out what concerts or festivals are coming up and then plan to go as a couple. Anticipation always produces a certain level of excitement.
Be each other’s “first”. By this we mean that you should both comprise a list of things that you’ve never done before and then select some things on the list that both of you would be interested in doing. For instance, if you’ve both never gone kayaking before, why not do it together? Or if you both have always wondered how to make sushi, create a date by going to a sushi making class. “Firsts” are always exciting and fun. Plus, they can create some really special memories for the two of you. That’s because every time you think of a certain activity, both of you will come to each other’s minds.
Create a few surprises. If you call your date and say “I’ve got an idea but it’s a surprise”, trust us, it’s not going to matter what “it” is! The curiosity is going to automatically create a certain level of excitement. And for the record, a surprise does not have to be expensive. You can pack a picnic for their lunch break or order all of their favorite movies On-Demand while serving their favorite snacks at your house. Surprises are always awesome because they send the message that the person you’re seeing was on your mind---and that you planned something special for them as a way to prove it.
Get out of your city. This is not something that we (necessarily) recommend you do on your first few dates. But if you’ve been seeing each other for a while (a few months), why not visit another city? It can be one that’s only a couple of hours of way and you can even make a day trip out of it, if you prefer. The ride together can give you time to converse and learn more about another. Plus, the intrigue about what’s in store in another city can definitely rev up the excitement meter.
Cultivate spontaneity. Although the word “spontaneous” literally means to be impulsive, that’s not such a bad thing when it comes to putting dates together. Every once and a while, call your date and recommend having breakfast food for dinner or going ice skating (at a sports center) in the summertime. By not always knowing what to expect (or when to expect it) from one another, that also is super exciting. And it can make the dating experience so enjoyable---for you both!