Like ballroom dancers, introverts perform best in pairs
Introverts thrive in one-on-one situations and get overwhelmed when in groups, so it turns out they may actually have a bit of an advantage on dates over extroverts. So remind yourself of your natural strength beforehand, and let it give you a little burst of confidence. Check out these other hidden strengths of introverts.
Make sure your plans work with your personality
Be true to your nature when deciding what to do for your date. Introvert-friendly activities include coffee or drinks at a cafe or bar; a movie followed by a low-key dinner; a trip to a museum, park, or flea market; a picnic. Introvert-unfriendly activities might include karaoke; a birthday party for your date’s friend; or going to the hottest/loudest/trendiest club/restaurant of the moment.
Take a breather during the date
Introverts can get quickly tired out from socializing, especially with people they don’t know well, so feel free to recharge and regroup by taking a break to go outside or to step into a quieter space (even if it’s just a bathroom stall). But don’t step away for too long. Limit your break to five minutes, tops; taking any longer is rude and could make your date feel rejected.
