Being shy at first.

[norcaldude18]

I was wondering if it's normal to be shy and not super talkative on a first date? When I first meet new people, I get sort of nervous and don't quite know what to say. I'm fine once I'm comfortable with the person, but I'm a bit awkward in the beginning. And is it normal to have silent breaks in the conversation before somebody thinks of something to say?

[AbbaZabba]

I've been around the same boy since we were 6 and I am definitely not a shy person, so I'm just saying this from what I see on here. I think your very normal, all people are different, some shy, some outgoing. There's two options, first get to know them a little before dating, it will give you a chance to get comfortable. If you are on a first date and don't know them that will, work hard through this. Remember not only is it the first date but also the first impression. Unless the girl is shy too, which seems like a great match for you, girls like to talk, so direct your conversation so she is doing the most talking. Hopefully she'll talk about stuff that will get your interest and start opening you up. Good luck .

[Leon03]

I was wondering if it's normal to be shy and not super talkative on a first date?
It is super normal the way that you are. There is nothing wrong to be shy on a first date. Be yourself and don't try to act contrary.
Your counterpart will sense your personality and be fine with it.
And is it normal to have silent breaks in the conversation before somebody thinks of something to say?
Sure it is!
Btw I personally do not like people too much who feel like talking all the time without a break ;)

[Lost in the Echo]

Yep, that's completely normal.
On your first date with someone, you're usually nervous, because you either want to impress them, or just want to avoid making yourself seem stupid.
As you get to know the person though, you'll feel more comfortable around them.
But yeah, it's normal to be shy around someone, if you don't know them that well.

[Cody 1324]

I know how you feel. Im fairly open and fun around my friends but anything related to relationships or stuff like that i just shut down and get super nervous and shy. Like I could be great friends with a girl, talk to her, hang out, joke around what ever but if i do work up the courage to ask her outi lose all confidence and become super shy. If i actualy do get through that then the first date is pretty akward and teriffying inside. Just know your not the only one :)