If a guy gets upset about waiting, he’s not respecting your boundaries.

You can still decide it’s not the right time, though. Tell him, “I’m excited to see where this goes, but I’d like to wait for our first kiss. ”

You might feel more comfortable if you let him know early on that you don’t like to kiss on a first date. Say, “I’m so happy we could do this. I wanted to tell you now that I don’t end my first dates with a kiss. I hope you understand. ”

You don’t have to follow any kind of “social etiquette” when you’re seeing someone.

If you’ve gone out with a friend, a kiss might mean you’re taking your relationship to the next level. After your first kiss might be a good time to mention a second date. You could say, “I’d love to see you again. Maybe we could go out next weekend. ”

If you decide to kiss, it might help you decide if you want a second date or not. If there’s no chemistry, another date might not be worth it.

If you don’t want to kiss him, reassure him by saying, “I had an amazing time tonight and would love to see you again. ”

“I would love a kiss, but I’m just not ready yet. ” “I prefer to go on a few dates before having a first kiss. ” “Tonight’s been perfect, so can we end with a hug?”

If he keeps avoiding your eyes, it might be best to wait for your first kiss.

He might not be ready for a kiss if he pulls away. This doesn’t mean he doesn’t like you, so don’t despair. He may just need more time to get to know you.

Many guys like to initiate the first kiss, so he might go for it if he thinks you’re into it. If he pulls away from your touch, he might not be the type to kiss on the first date.

Always carry mints, gum, or mouthwash when you go on a first date. You don’t want to get caught with garlic or onion breath.

It might be fun to imagine different scenarios for your first kiss. For instance, you might picture you initiating and then fantasize about him initiating.