Many guys in their early 'teens' feel uncomfortable when just starting to date. They are not sure of what is expected of them on a 'date'. They are afraid that the girl will not like him, and he thinks he would rather not date, than be rejected. You are not alone in these feelings, and this article is meant to help all teenage guys who need advice to date successfully.

Steps

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   Be Smart With Your Money. Always offer to pay for the date. This will make her feel you like her more than your money. If she declines and would rather go Dutch (splitting the bill), go with what she wants. Don't take it personally.
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   Don't Be Crude. Girls want to feel like respected human beings, not sex objects.
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   Be yourself. She decided to go out with you and not some other guy for a reason. Whatever you do, don't mislead her about who you are in any way, shape or form - it'll come back to bite you later.
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   Practice chivalry. Offer to carry her books for her, open doors for her (especially when she is getting in and out of your car), and call her parents Mr. and Mrs. when you meet them.
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   Dress like a young man. This doesn't mean you shouldn't have your own style - on the contrary. But when a boy becomes a teenager, his body changes, and you need to dress a little differently to look your age - you will impress a girl more if you look as mature as your age. This means tidying yourself up throughout the day - make sure you are clean and not wrinkled, and that your hair is looking good. Wear a belt regardless of whether your shirt is tucked in or not. As a boy ages, he usually loses some of the "curve" of a boy's frame, and that's why most grown men you see are wearing a belt! You'll get used to the tighter feeling. Also, make sure your clothes fit well and are appropriate for the occasion. Consider being trendy, but be yourself too. Develop a style, but remember that men generally have less options than women and, though the world has changed, men are still expected to dress a certain way, especially for fancier occasions. So if you're going out, dress a little nicer than you would if you were lazing away a weekend. But, you must have your own style and individuality.
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   Talk to her. Let her know some of your interests, in movies or books or music. This is always a good way to start a conversation. It will be easy for her to reply on one of the subjects mentioned. If you have a class with her, then mention something about that class. She will come back with either she did not notice you in class, or will mention that she did notice you. This way the conversation can be woven around the class, and will go from there.
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   Give her compliments. Compliment how she looks, which is always appreciated, but also compliment her on other things, such as her abilities in art or sports. If she is a nice girl, truly, tell her so. It is important not to lie for the sake of giving a compliment, however, because a girl usually knows what she truly is worthy of being complimented for and will feel patronized if she catches on that you are lying.
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   Keep the conversation dynamic. Do not talk only about yourself, ask her about things that interest her, her hobbies, friends, what matters most to her. If she asks you a question about yourself, answer, then say something like, "What about you?" in order to avoid monopolizing conversation. This will also help you learn more about her.
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   Show her that you are interested in her in a subtle way. Smile when either of you speak, make eye contact consistently, especially when sitting at a table having a bite to eat, always look directly at her when she talks to you. It is irritating and annoying to talk to someone while they scan the room with their eyes or turn around to look at someone who just walked by. It shows a total lack of interest in whatever she is talking about and makes her feel that you are not interested either in her, or what she is saying.
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    React to her. If she is not reacting well to the date, does not want to hold hands when you try, or does not converse easily, then back off for awhile. If however, she just looks bored and not interested in you, cut the date short, and take her home. It's okay, and it's not your fault. Remember, this is just practice, and with enough practice, every date will go very well.
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    Smile. It will show her you're having fun and that you genuinely like her.

Tips

• Girls will constantly test you; keep your confidence and frame of mind and don't let their little things bother you. BE STRONG
• Always be polite to her parents or family members if you might meet them. When they talk to you, be sure to answer them, not ignore them. If the parents don't like you, chances are you won't be seeing her again.
• Keep in mind that most are just as nervous as you are.
• Learn when it's OK to break these rules, but wait until you're experienced.
• If you're unsure about any part of your date, consult with a female friend of the about same age as your companion. Better safe than sorry!
• If you have liked/crushed on the girl for a long time, sometimes mentioning the little things you did to get her attention will be 'cute' to her. -note- this entirely depends on the type of girl and generally isn't recommended unless things are going really well, or its the 2nd/3rd date.
• Don't be pushy or bossy. Do not demand you go to a particular restaurant or a movie. Tell her where you would like to go and ask if she would enjoy joining you, preferably beforehand. If she says no, then ask where she would like to go.
• When considering what to do for your date, it's best to think of a few options for activities or locations and then let your date decide among them. This shows the girl that you've taken initiative but that you've still left her a choice to make.
• Don't make fun of her or her friends and family. By talking about someone else, it shows her that when she is not with you, you might be talking about her.
• A little showing off is alright if it's done in good fun. If you're cocky, you push it, or you overstep any boundaries here, you will come off as a complete moron. Watch it.

Avoid

• Don't make fun of her. This will only make her uncomfortable, hurt her feelings, or maybe make her think you're a jerk. Brief, gentle teasing is OK and can be fun for both of you, but only if she knows you are joking. If she thinks you are being mean or trying to hurt her, she won't see you again. So feel free to playfully jest with her and enjoy the ribbing if she catches you with a riposte, but don't let it escalate to actual verbal dueling.
• Be nice! Girls love it when guys are mature and sweet, even around their friends.
• Don't date a girl just for her body. The relationship will not be rewarding for either of you.
• Never touch her in any way that could be interpreted as pushy, especially the butt or breasts.
• • Watch how you spend your money: go easy on gifts. If you purchase lots of things for her she may find you too easy and would feel it's OK to use you only for your money.
• If you do not actually care about this girl, don't bother. It's a waste of your time to date a girl that you don't genuinely care about.
• Never stare at any part of her anatomy other than her eyes. Even if you don't think that it could be offensive, it could make her very uncomfortable.
• Remember not all girls are the same! The girl you are with now may enjoy certain things more than a girl you have dated previously. Get to know her before assuming things.