The one thing you should never talk about on a first date

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While some people claim it’s best to get straight into the nitty gritty the first time you meet someone and ask hard-hitting questions like, “What are you looking for in a relationship?” “Why did you break up with your last partner?” and “What is the meaning of life?”, according to one dating expert, a far better strategy is to keep things light. “On a first date, you want to keep every question light and positive,” Preece told The Independent. “When they talk about subjects that really interest them, their face will light up and they'll smile more.” So not only is it worth keeping topic matter breezy, but you should also try and pay attention to which subjects your date gets most animated about - that way you can find out whether you share common interests and priorities. “Remember to really listen to the answers they give to make them feel their reply matters to you.” So yes, even if you can’t help imagining what your babies would look like or are trying to check out their physique under their clothes, don’t forget to listen to what your date is saying.