2008 Woodie Awards
He Said: Why is "the test" used to determine first impressions?
Robert Roy
Issue date: 2/2/06 Section: He Said/She Said
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In every walk of life the first impression is often the only impression made. Which is why many people use "the test" in order to determine how they feel about their date. If it's either saying thank you to the waiter once their food is served or giving a friendly kiss and thanks for the evening. This will determine how you are perceived by your date.
One wrong move and the idea of a bad impression can erupt within seconds of this little test. Your first impression is the most important and you are often judged by this first encounter. Dating today has been taken over by this same idea.
The first impression you make on a new person will often create a persona about you that will last in that person's mind. Your actions, words and how you carry yourself create an equation, which will define you as acceptable or unacceptable to your date. The only way to combat this is to be yourself and try to create a date where your significant other is comfortable enough to be his or her self.
There is no way around it. The first impression made through "the test" determines the impression that will be left either way. Your best bet is to use your manners, be polite and most importantly be yourself. If this person really likes you they will see through the little faults that the first impression of the "the test" might make.
One wrong move and the idea of a bad impression can erupt within seconds of this little test. Your first impression is the most important and you are often judged by this first encounter. Dating today has been taken over by this same idea.
The first impression you make on a new person will often create a persona about you that will last in that person's mind. Your actions, words and how you carry yourself create an equation, which will define you as acceptable or unacceptable to your date. The only way to combat this is to be yourself and try to create a date where your significant other is comfortable enough to be his or her self.
There is no way around it. The first impression made through "the test" determines the impression that will be left either way. Your best bet is to use your manners, be polite and most importantly be yourself. If this person really likes you they will see through the little faults that the first impression of the "the test" might make.