Hey guys, I (M26) have a third date next week with a really great girl I met on an app. Things have been going pretty well so far but honestly I’m a bit of a late bloomer when it comes to experience and I’m starting to overthink the physical side of things big time. Our first date was super chill, just coffee and a walk. We hugged hello and goodbye, nothing crazy. For the second date we went to an old castle, had sushi and walked through the city at night. At the end of the night I finally built up the courage to hold her hand and told her I really appreciated her coming out and stuff.
I know some of you are probably thinking why didn’t I kiss her yet, but I’m just super inexperienced and get pretty hesitant in the moment. The good part is that at the end of the second date she actually asked if we could see each other again before I leave for a 2 week family trip. We’ve been texting actively since then and got the third date locked in.
Here’s my dilemma.. I really like her and I definitely want to kiss her this time, but I have no idea how to build up to that naturally without it feeling forced or awkward. I feel kinda stupid even asking this since it’s supposed to just happen, but my brain just goes into overdrive. Should I just wait for the end of the date and literally ask her if I can kiss her? Or is there a better way to build up some tension during the date so it doesn’t feel like I’m jumping from 0 to 100 at the very end? Any advice for a guy who is late to the game and trying not to ruin the momentum would be huge. Thanks.