5 Things to Keep in Mind Before Meeting Your Girlfriend’s Parents for the First Time
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So you’re finally prepared to meet your girlfriend’s parents, right? In all honesty, that requires a lot of courage and dedication, and kudos to you for having what it takes. But now, the next big thing to make sure is that nothing goes wrong in this first meeting. Obviously, you want everything to go perfectly and they should not get any wrong signals about you. In short, you want them to like you. How do you achieve that? Here are 5 things you should keep in mind before meeting them, and then, the rest should automatically fall into place.
1. Know them beforehand
Get an idea from your girlfriend about her parents’ major likes and dislikes. Does her dad enjoy talking about the war, or is he more into golf? Does her mom absolutely despise junk food or is she more of a picnic kind of a person? The knowledge about these petty things will help you make small talks with her parents and avoid any awkward silences. Based on this knowledge, you could also buy some gift for them, but make sure that it does not seem like you’re trying to bribe them.
2. Be punctual
If you’ve planned something like a family date and you’re going to meet them for dinner, make sure that you reach the place on time. In fact, reach the meeting spot 15 minutes earlier. Being punctual enhances your impression, so do not be late. Nothing creates as worse a first impression than a person who does not respect time.
3. Dress appropriately
It is very important to dress appropriately when meeting your probable future in-laws for the first time. You may love to wear your basketball jersey and three-quarter shorts, and your girlfriend may adore you for that, but it isn’t something her parents would like to see you in the first time. Well, this doesn’t mean that you have to wear a suit and tie. Those days are gone too. It is best to remain semi-casual and wear something that is decent and shows your personality. A clean blue denim with a white casual shirt is perfectly fine.
