Alright, buckle up buttercups, because I’m about to spill the tea on my “naked first date” experiment. No, not literally naked, you pervs. It was a date where I tried to be brutally honest and upfront from the get-go. Let me break it down for ya:
So, it all started with this dating app profile I saw. Dude seemed cool, liked hiking, and actually had complete sentences in his bio – a rare find these days. We matched, chatted for a bit, and decided to grab coffee. But before the date, I had this epiphany: I’m tired of the small talk, the pretending, the “playing it cool.” I wanted to see if being 100% myself, flaws and all, would actually lead to a better connection.
Phase 1: Prep the Battlefield (aka My Brain)
- First, I sat down and wrote a list of things that usually take me a few dates to reveal: My crippling fear of pigeons, my obsession with true crime podcasts, the fact that I still live with a roommate (don’t judge!).
- Then, I mentally prepped myself to answer questions honestly, even the awkward ones. What are you looking for? What are your dealbreakers? I was ready to lay it all out there.
Phase 2: The Coffee Date Gauntlet
Okay, so I meet this guy, let’s call him… Kevin. He was cute, a little nervous, but overall seemed decent. We get our coffees, find a table, and the interrogation begins. Or, you know, a normal conversation.
He starts with the usual “So, what do you do?” Instead of giving the polished, professional version of my job, I went with: “I’m a [job title], and honestly, it’s pretty soul-crushing some days, but the paycheck’s good.” Boom. Honesty bomb number one.
Then came the tricky part. He asked about my hobbies. Normally, I’d list off the generic stuff: reading, movies, “hanging out with friends.” This time, I went for it. “I’m kinda obsessed with true crime. Like, I could spend hours listening to podcasts about serial killers. It’s probably weird, I know.” I watched his face for a reaction. He actually chuckled and admitted he liked them too! Score.
Phase 3: The Pigeon Test
We were walking through the park after coffee, and BAM. A flock of pigeons descended, pecking at crumbs. I straight up jumped behind Kevin, squealing like a little kid. “I HATE PIGEONS! They’re like rats with wings!” Total freakout moment. He just laughed and said, “Well, that’s good to know.”
Phase 4: The Aftermath
So, did it work? Well, kinda. Kevin wasn’t scared off by my weirdness. We actually had a really good conversation, laughed a lot, and he even asked me out again. We went on a second date, and a third. Ultimately, we weren’t a perfect match, but the experience was still valuable.
What I Learned from My “Naked First Date”
- Honesty is Refreshing: For both of us. It cut through the BS and allowed us to connect on a deeper level faster.
- Not Everyone Can Handle the Truth: And that’s okay! If someone is turned off by your authentic self, they’re probably not the right person for you anyway.
- Vulnerability is Attractive (to the Right Person): Showing your flaws can be endearing and make you more relatable.
Look, I’m not saying you should unload all your baggage on the first date. But being a little more open and honest can definitely make the whole dating process less painful and more rewarding. Give it a try, what do you have to lose? Except maybe a few dates with people who can’t handle your awesomeness.
So, that’s my story. What do you think? Would you ever try a “naked first date”? Let me know in the comments!
