Feeling nervous before a date is normal. A few strategies: choose a short plan in a place you know, have an exit planned, breathe slowly before walking in and remember the other person is probably nervous too.
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Pre-date anxiety: what psychology says
Breathing, lowering expectations and picking a comfortable plan help more than you think.
By the Datecito team · Sep 10, 2026 · 5 min read