First impression

It may be the right or wrong one, but you never get a second chance to it.

There is an entire list of "firsts" in our lives which we will never forget for sure: first day of school, first exam, first date, first kiss, first job interview...so on and so forth. And I am pretty sure most of us try (at least a bit or even without acknowledging it) to make a first good impression. Either by appearance or attitude, or even both.

A first impression is a matter of seconds and it can either seal or break the deal. In business it is often considered to be a firm hand shake, eye contact, smart clothes, appropriate body language and attitude. In social life it may be a nice smile, good perfume, friendly gestures, pretty eyes and the list can go on. Many of these criteria are highly artificial but probably they have a "deeper" meaning (I for one would like to know why the first thing I pay attention to is shoes ??!!). Despite this, instinct rarely fails, so the first feeling might just be the right one.

But besides appearance, what comes out of your mouth is also highly influential. Especially when you are in a "try to impress" situation. So how should we handle all this ? I think the secret is very obvious: just be yourself - or the better version of yourself and everything will go naturally. After all, it will never end up "meant to be" if you are perceived to be someone you are not.

Here's a funny video about dating deal breakers. Miau miau :))