As a man, we know it can sometimes be difficult to fathom what women are thinking and what they expect from you when dating That’s why we’ve put together a selection of hints and tips from real women who want to give men a helping hand in how to behave when dating them

London has some of the best restaurants, bars and theatres in the world, but it also has some quirkier treasures to help keep dating a fresh experience Here are some of the places you can take your date in the capital for a slightly more unexpected outing, including tiny houses, surgical exhibits and a famous toy shop

Is ‘love at first sight’ real, and could it happen to you If you are hoping to experience this age-old phenomenon while dating, read on to find out more about what it means and how to tell if you might have experienced love at first sight when you first met your dating partner, and whether you should even aim for lightning bolts when dating or simply relax and go with the flow

Many people prefer to speak over the phone before meeting their online dating partner in the flesh, and it is often used as an intermediate stage between dating online and meeting in person Speaking to potential dating partners over the phone can save a lot of time - you are less likely to go on dates with inappropriate people if you have had a proper chat first

While it’s easy to tell if you like the look of your dating partner, how can you tell if they’re right for you in other ways, such as personality, values and goals In a recent interview, Michelle Obama urged women not to judge their dating partners purely by the way they look

Dressing for a first date is as important for men as it is for women It goes without saying that the impression you make when you first start dating someone will decide whether you progress to a second or third date, so getting it right, or at least not getting it totally wrong, the first time around is crucial

Do you have a dating ‘type’ If you consider all the dating partners you’ve had, is there a common theme

The initial few seconds of a first date can set the tone for a whole relationship, and there’s no doubt that the way you look will play a part in that first impression You might think your witty repartee should be able to make you shine all on its own, but studies have shown that appearance is, inevitably, a huge factor in the way we judge a person, however much we might deny it

Dating can be nerve-wracking, but project the right amount of confidence and you will put yourself, and your dating partner, at ease This is easier said than done, however, there are some tried and tested methods of dating with confidence

Myth 1: The more men I date, the more likely I will be to find Mr Right While it’s good to date a range of people, dating too many people can suggest a lack of selectiveness