You’ve probably heard all kinds of cliche, out-of-date, and silly advice when it comes to dating.

Play hard to get

It’s important to be genuine about yourself and your feelings.

Don’t be afraid to have open conversations about what you’re looking for in a relationship.

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If you’re aiming for a long-term relationship, you should be honest.

Don’t play hard to get, hoping your crush will go with it.

It doesn’t sound quite as romantic, but it’s a stable foundation to start building upon.

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Your first date might not inspire fireworks, but that’s okay.

Take your time in getting to know someone.

Communication is a two-way process.

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Don’t be afraid to send a text, make a call, or set a date yourself.

Don’t accept an invitation for a last-minute date

Another piece of totally outdated advice?

Saying no to a date with someone relatively new that takes place the same night they asked.

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It takes a lot of courage to ask someone out, regardless of the time frame.

By turning someone down, you could be losing out on a potentially great connection.

If someone asks you out, you’re free, and you want to go, say yes.

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That could be the start to a meaningful relationship.

Don’t be too clingy or too distant

Everyone operates differently.

If your new flame does something you’re not good with, let them know.

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What you choose to accept in a relationship is totally up to you and no one else.

The right person is out there.

In fact, we’re willing to bet alotof right people for you are out there.

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All you have to do is meet them and hope for the best!

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