Dating in the modern world is difficult, to say the least.

Is the person interested in me or not?

Are they flirting or am I reading the signals wrong?

Couple on a date

Do they want a causal relationship or is this person looking for marriage?

The questions are endless and the potential suitors so varied.

However, not a lot is said about how to navigate a third date.

Couple talking on date

What are the rules (if any)?

Does it mean you’re in an exclusive relationship now?

It’s a pretty pivotal occasion, for sure.

Couple on a run together

Here’s why the third date is so crucial.

It is also crucial that you ask pivotal questions that draw out who your date really is.

Listening to what they’re telling you without bias is also important.