Well, awkward silences can be a big part of worst date stories. You sit there not knowing what to say and the other person doesn't make an effort either. Also, mismatched expectations. I went on a date where I thought it was a casual thing but the other person was acting like it was a job interview. And of course, there's the general inconsiderateness, like the person hogging the conversation or not listening.
One common element is bad communication. Like in my date where the person just grunted in response to my questions. Another is rudeness. I've heard of dates where one person was rude to the other or to the staff at the place. And then there's the lack of consideration, like showing up late without a good reason.
In best date stories, often there is good communication. For example, you both share interests and laugh together. But in worst date stories, bad communication is common. Maybe one person dominates the conversation. Another element in best dates can be a great location like a beautiful beach. In worst dates, the location might be too noisy or uncomfortable.
One common element is bad hygiene. For example, if the date has a bad smell or dirty clothes. Another is being rude to service staff, like arguing over the bill or being mean to the waiter. Also, self - centeredness, where the person only talks about themselves and shows no interest in their date.
One element is bad communication. For example, if someone just rambles on about themselves non - stop without listening to you at all. Another is inappropriate behavior like showing up drunk or being overly touchy - feely when it's not welcome. Also, having really odd hobbies that they force on you during the date can make it a horrible experience.
I had an online date where the person's profile picture was clearly from 10 years ago and much more flattering. When we met in person, he was unrecognizable. He also had a really bad attitude and criticized everything from my appearance to my choice of restaurant. It was a total disaster.
Well, there was this girl who went on a first date at a fancy restaurant. The guy she was with was constantly on his phone, texting and even taking calls during the meal. He didn't show any interest in getting to know her and she ended up leaving early, feeling really disappointed.
Often, a lack of preparation can be a factor in worst day stories. For example, if you go camping without proper gear and it starts to snow. Embarrassment is also common. You might say or do something really stupid in public and it haunts you all day. And then there's miscommunication. You could misunderstand an important message and end up in a really bad situation.
One element is bad communication. Like if someone doesn't listen to you at all during the date. For example, I had a date who just rambled on about themselves and didn't let me get a word in. Another is unexpected disasters. Say you plan a picnic and it suddenly starts hailing. That can turn a normal date into a nightmare. And also, inappropriate behavior. If a date is rude to the waitstaff in a restaurant, it's just not a good look.
Maybe a date where one person talked only about themselves the whole time. For example, they rambled on about their work achievements, not even asking the other person a single question. It made the date feel like a one - sided monologue instead of a conversation. They were so self - absorbed that it completely killed the mood.
One common element is miscommunication. For example, if one person thinks it's a casual date and the other thinks it's a serious romantic one, it can lead to disappointment. Another is external factors like bad weather ruining a planned outdoor date. Also, past issues coming up unexpectedly can turn a date sour.
Poor working conditions are often in worst first job stories. For example, I had a first job in a small office with no air conditioning in the middle of summer. And then there's the problem of difficult coworkers. I had a coworker who always tried to pass their work onto me. Additionally, unclear job expectations can make a first job really bad. You're left guessing what you should be doing most of the time.