Meeting his friends is almost as stressful as meeting his family and some might say even more important. Most men don’t see their family as frequently as they see their buddies. So, connecting with his friends in a positive way will have a bigger day-to-day impact on your relationship than connecting with his family. Although, obviously both are major when it comes to a successful relationship. So, how do you make sure that it’s a win when you meet his friends? Well, here are some easy tips for making you leaving an amazing first impression with his buddies.
Be nice to him
I know this sounds like a “no duh” tip, but it’s easier said than done. A little playful ribbing is fine. But, don’t let it cross over into full on poking fun. He’s your man! Making fun of his extensive tank top collection or his inability to parallel park is might be a quick way to prove how well you know him, but it’s an even easier way to strain your relationship and rub his friends the wrong way. So, keep it light and be sure you’re focusing on displaying how well the two of you get along.
Bring something
If you’re going to someone’s place to meet his friends for the first time, of course you should bring something, like wine, flowers or a candle. But, I also mean in a figurative sense too. Bring something to the conversation! Add to the experience! Don’t just be there physically, get into the gathering. Play ping pong if they’re all playing. Share your opinion on the show they’re discussing. Don’t be afraid to bring it socially! After all, your man brought you to meet these people because he likes what you bring to situations. So, don’t be shy.
Keep it short
Set yourself up for a win by keeping your first few meetings with his buddies short and sweet. It’s so much easier to making a good first impression when it’s actually just a first impression…and not a day that drags on so long that you’ve not only made a first impressions, but a second, third, fourth and fifth. You don’t need to be rude or leave anything early. Talk to your man and explain that you’d like to keep it short so that he’s not surprised when you decide to head out.
Be easy
Keep everything light and be the easiest version of yourself. That probably means that you should prepare in advance. Are you a picky eater? Then you should eat before going over to his friend’s so that you’re not starving if they only serve food you’re not into. Have sensitive skin? Then put on SPF so that you can stay outside with the gang instead of needing to be inside for sun protection. Do the prep work you need to do to make yourself the most flexible and amenable version of yourself. The first few times you meet his buds, you want to be able to go with their flow instead of insisting on changing their plans for you.
Remember who you are
In general, just be your wonderful sense. Your man is introducing you to his pals because he wants to show you off. So, be you! No matter how meeting his friends goes, you walk out of there still getting to be yourself. And that’s a wonderful thing. So, remember how great you are and keep that in the back of your head whenever you get nervous or shy during that first meeting. Circle back to how awesome you are and it’ll help you make that awesome impression!
Good luck meeting his friends! If you follow these five tips, they’re sure to love you!
