People Share Their First Date Horror Stories

The night feels romantic enough — sparks, chemistry, even a couple of intense kisses. Then he decides to clarify. He’s not actually that attracted to her. When she asks why he kissed her anyway, he explains it was about the moment, the moon, her eyes.

And then comes the math. He estimates he’s about 40% attracted to her, like this is a performance review instead of a human interaction. Romance drains out instantly. The kisses don’t feel sweet anymore — they feel confusing and unnecessary. Nothing kills a vibe faster than being reduced to a number no one asked for.