When it comes to first dates, dinner or evening drinks is a lot of people’s go-to when it comes to the whole 'dating thing...'
That may seem romantic, but your mental resources are almost depleted by the end of the day, and that can make your first date your only date.
Research (behavioral scientist Francesca Gino) showed that by the time you sit down with your dinner date, you’ll be more easily distracted, you won’t process information as well, and you’ll be more cynical toward your date and judge them a little more harshly. You’ll also be ruder and more likely to make poor decisions.
So try for a breakfast date or morning coffee date. Your mental resources will be refreshed (assuming you slept okay) and you’ll be more present.
Oh, and if you are dragging... coffee. Lots and lots of coffee.