First date after previously abusive relationship

[flowerfairysummer]

I came out of a relationship with a man who had many emotionally and mentally abusive traits which left me with shattered confidence.

I’ve arranged to meet a man I’ve chatted to through online dating on Saturday evening for a drink. I’m not expecting anything, I’m just seeing it as a night out and practise at dating/ regaining my self esteem. But I’m sooooo nervous. I used to be so confident. I’m not sure what to wear, what to talk about or how to be around him. All the things that used to come naturally. I might not like him but confidence wise, I’d like him to like me.

First date tips please.

Dress nicely but comfortably. Go in knowing that it's just a drink and if he turns out to be a knob you never have to see him again. He is probably nervous too and anxious for you to like him. Try to be friendly and engaging.

You'll do fine.

Please do give us an update on Sunday.