Instead of being shy, you are one step ahead when starting a conversation with that young lady you like. It can be presumably the most frightening and nerve-racking situation for most guys to deal with. To start with, having a good conversation gambit has been effective in spotting out the difference between striking and hitting out. It is often easy to talk to a girl if she is not a special new young lady.

To help you out, we came up with 5 tips to help you calm your nerves so you can spend less time stressing, and more time getting pumped.

The first date is where the fun really begins, but even for the most confident amongst us, meeting someone for the first time can be nerve-wracking. Our survival guide is designed to give you enough first date tips to help to put you at ease before and during your date, so you can rest assured it will be enjoyable, and perhaps the first of many more to come. And, for extra measure, make sure you tell at least one friend or family member who you are meeting, where you are going and what time you expect to return — just so they know.

Cafes make for great first date venues; a cup of coffee allows for a short encounter or a longer meeting, depending on how well you hit it off! The trick is to get the balance right. If you struggle a little bit with fashion then guys have a look at some fashion tips and ladys check out some outfiit inspiration. One way to reduce the chance of a good date is to turn up flustered, grouchy and wracked with guilt.

The first date is all about enjoying the company of someone new and intriguing, so aim to avoid provoking political debates and stories about past relationships. Dating should be fun, so try to keep the conversation light and upbeat with stories and questions. If you still find yourself struggling then try having some pre-prepared ice breaker questions and read up on how to be an interesting date. The ultimate in first date tips — try to have fun.