first date

Let's be real. We all have our flaws. A first date, however, is not exactly the best time to shine a blazing spotlight on these flaws OR unfortunate emotional baggage. Putting the best version of yourself is usually the way to go when meeting a potential mate for the first time, but apparently...some people didn't get that memo. On the other hand, perhaps it's best to let those red flags fly high in order to avoid any unpleasant surprises in the future. Whatever way you look at it, here is a list of the craziest things men have admitted on a first date.

One night stands can be a rather enjoyable pastime to an otherwise lonely evening. However, sometimes they don't go quite as planned, and spending the night at home with your cat would have been a far superior decision than lying naked next to a stranger after an awkward session of pleasureless 'love' making. But what good is a trainwreck sex story if no one is there to hear it?! That is why we teamed up with The Single Society to bring you these gloriously terrible dating mishaps such as this one, about a total creeper with absolutely no boundaries or manners to speak of. Enjoy!

Rejection is a hard pill for anyone to swallow, but it is an inevitable part of the dating game. It helps to have a thick skin and a lot of resilience to keep putting yourself out there and accept that not everyone will like you. The key to rejection is taking it gracefully, wishing the other person all the best, and moving on. But unfortunately, not everyone can do that; some people react horribly to rejection and lash out at the person who rejected them. Together with The Single Society, we bring you 14 times men reacted terribly to rejection, and they are truly shocking. Scroll through and be amazed (or not) at the fragility of these male egos!

As if dating wasn't hard enough, sometimes men say things on a date that make you wonder if they have any brain cells at all. It seems pretty obvious that on a first date, you should be on your best behavior, which includes not commenting on women's bodies, not being creepy, and not voicing any extreme views you might have. But it seems some guys missed the memo. Together with The Single Society, we bring you a comprehensive list of the absolute dumbest things men have said to women on first dates. Honestly, there's stupid, and then there's these. Enjoy!

Touching a woman inappropriately, or touching her without consent is a crime and should be taken extremely seriously. Unsolicited contact can constitute sexual assault, which, unfortunately, is something that women have to deal with on the daily. It makes dating a dangerous game because you never know what sort of creeps are lurking on the other end of your dating app and for every great guy, there are ten weirdos out there. Together with The Single Society, we bring you this story of a boob-grabbing creeper, who is an awful human being. We feel bad laughing because it sounds like a truly horrific experience. Maybe it's nervous laughter, but God. Help. Us. All! 

Ever gone on a date with a raging homophobe? If so, you'll know how painfully awkward it is. If not, this woman will walk you through her bad experience, with no details spared. Together with The Single Society, we bring you the latest tale of dating debauchery in NYC, where women attempt to navigate their way through the minefield of lunatics out there, to try and find the one. It's not easy, but hey, at least bad dates make great stories, right?

Ah, that awkward, age-old debate of who should pay on a first date. Some argue that splitting the bill is best, because hi, welcome to equality. Others believe that chivalry and feminism can peacefully coexist. They maintain that although a woman should always offer to pay her half, men are expected to decline the offer politely and insist on paying. But no one talks about secret option C, where the guy flat-out refuses to pay at all.

Together with The Single Society, we bring you stories from real women who went on dates with total cheap-ass douchebags. From those who refuse to leave a tip to those who try sneaking their own alcohol into bars, these stories reveal the worst type of men to go on a date with. Guys, frugality is not a cute look on a first date. Ladies, have you experienced cheap ass first dates?

Picture the scene; you're back at a guy's house after a great date, and you feel confident enough to poop in his toilet. No big deal, right? Right. Except, his toilet doesn't flush, and now you're left staring at a big ol' turd floating in his toilet while he waits for you in the other room ready for some sexy time. You want to die. What do you do? If you're Canadian-based Makela St. Fort, you come to the obvious conclusion that there's nothing to do except picking it up, wrapping it in toilet paper, and sticking it in your purse. And finally, live-tweet the whole thing. In disbelief? So was I, until I read the sh*tty ordeal below. Enjoy!

Going on a first date is nerve-wracking enough, but when you throw in a bout of bad karma, some food poisoning, and a period or two, you're in for a nightmare of an experience. Together with The Single Society, we bring you real-life tales of humiliating moments that women have suffered on first dates, and the cringe factor is next-level sh*t. Honestly, you couldn't make this stuff up!

There is a certain unspoken etiquette when it comes to dating, of which most people are aware. From showing up on time to the date and not speaking only about yourself, these are often the things that determine whether or not there will be a second date. But some people have no idea how to conduct themselves on dates, leaving the person on the receiving end totally baffled! When will these guys learn?!

Together with The Single Society, we bring you the latest real horror story of the online dating scene in New York City, and this time it's about a guy who thought a work event was the perfect place for a first date. After eating in front of the poor starving girl, he tried (and failed to get them free food. He sounds like a real keeper, eh?

Rule number one when you're on a date is to always keep cool and give a good impression. Even if you're raging inside, never ever EVER show it on the outside. It's not a good look. Rule number two? Don't be a cheapskate. Again, not a good look. 

In our latest tale of dating debacles from real women in NYC, brought to us by The Single Society, it seems like this guy missed both those memos. Big time! The dating world is a tough one, but hey, at least bad dates make good stories, right? 

You might think it's easy to get some these days, especially with everyone desperate for human contact after lockdown. But it turns out that cat owners often encounter technical setbacks that the average person doesn't, which could stop them from getting lucky in the sex department. Together with The Single Society, we bring you real women's stories of times their cats did everything they could to stop their owners from having sex, which, if you know a thing or two about kitties, isn't all that surprising! It turns out cats are the ultimate c*ck blocks!

Together with The Single Society, we're back with yet another hilariously awkward dating fail. This time, meet Aaron, the self-obsessed man-child, who could ONLY speak about race cars. And if you've ever been on a date with a guy who wouldn't STFU about himself (so, probably all of you!) then you'll relate to this latest tale of dating debauchery the most.

Have you ever had a really bad one-night stand? Ever woken up next to someone and wished you could erase the whole night of mediocre sex with a less than average stranger? Well, if you have, you're not alone. Together with The Single Society, we bring you the funniest, most awkward, and painful first date stories from real women in New York City. 

This one features Liam, a handsome accountant who overstayed his welcome the next morning and refused to put any underwear on. Read on, and be horrified!

We've all had bad dating experiences, but has your story ever been published as a blog? Together with The Single Society, we're bringing you tales of shocking dating disasters from real women living in New York City. From the ridiculous to the cringe-worthy, to the depressingly obscene, we've got it all. So if you think you've had a bad date before, buckle up and read on because this one really takes the cake. 

Dating can be fun — after all, meeting new people, discovering new places to eat, seeing the sites of your city are objectively all good things. But as we all know, dating can also be a total sh*tshow, and anyone who has navigated the world of online dating can attest to having to kiss many a weird/ creepy/ rude/ f*ckboy frog before finding their prince. But with each frog comes an entertaining story, and together with The Single Society, we bring you the latest tale of hilarious, horrible, and awkward real-life stories from women in New York City currently navigating the world of online dating.