DO you normally stop the awkwardness of a first date by getting drunk and having sex? Here’s how to cope now that’s not allowed.
Attempt to find something in common
Most relationships are based on wanting sex then being too emotionally needy to split up, so it’s rare to have something in common. Try really hard to find something and you might actually enjoy your relationship, even if it’s just a shared love of crisps.
Go for an annoying walk
A romantic walk in the park sounds delightful. Until you realise you have to walk two metres apart and can’t hear each other. However, if you’re mainly shouting “Sorry, WHAT?” at each other, this will disguise the fact that you’re a really boring conversationalist.
Judge them by their choice in coffee
You can’t go back to their house and judge them on their interior decorating or collection of Top Gear annuals, so judge them on their choice of takeaway hot beverage. Does a black Americano mean they’re cool and minimalist, or just dull? You’ll basically have to guess.
Meet for a picnic
Another easy way to suss them out is by what they bring to a socially distanced picnic. If they turn up with strawberries and Prosecco you’ll know they’re extravagant and generous. If it’s a Sainsbury’s egg mayo sandwich and a can of Monster, you’ll know to never see them again.
Just get pissed and shag
If we’re all going to get caught in a second wave of coronavirus and locked down again, you might as well go for it. The fact that it’s technically illegal will make it extra exciting, although if you get hit with a £250 fine for a mediocre shag it definitely wasn’t worth it.
