when should you Text After a First Date? Experts Weigh In

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Express Gratitude: Thank your date for a lovely time and mention something specific you enjoyed about the date.

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Reference Shared Interests: If you discovered shared interests during the date, mention them in your text to show you were paying attention.

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Plan for the Future: Express your interest in seeing them again and suggest a specific activity or date idea for the future.

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Compliment: Offer a genuine compliment about something you liked about your date, whether it's their personality, sense of humor.

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Ask About Their Experience: Inquire about their thoughts on the date or ask if they had a good time to gauge their interest level.

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Share Something Funny: Send a humorous text related to something funny that happened during the date to keep the conversation light.

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Follow Up on Conversations: If you discussed specific topics during the date, follow up on them in your text to show continued interest.

Respect Their Space: While it's good to express interest, avoid overwhelming them with multiple texts or coming on too strong.

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