Don’t make these 10 mistakes on a first date.

First dates are to learn whether or not you and the other person are compatible. You do need to be yourself, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't try to make a good impression.

Here is a list of 10 things you should avoid on first dates if you want to get a 2nd one.

1)     Talking about your ex negatively
2)     Talking about your parents negatively
3)     Anger management issues – ie: getting mad and feeling insulted at every little thing
4)     Eating onions and/or garlic when your date doesn't
5)     Getting sloppy drunk
6)     Talking about yourself and not asking or listening to what your date has to say
7)     Expecting anything to come out of a first date – a first date is just that – a first date. Don’t expect it to end any particular way – just go out and see whether you really like the person first! This isn't about marriage … yet.
8)     Driving while intoxicated – take a cab if you plan to impair your cognitive functions while out.
9)     Going for a marathon date.  Plan on something short so if things don’t work out – you can both exit gracefully. If you like each other, you can extend your time together, but don’t plan on it.
10)  Telling the person you love them eternally. This is a first date. Don’t rush things.

Do you have any first date horror stories that are deal killers for you?