Dating as an introvert is not always easy, and it’s even harder in the winter.

Here, find 10 ideas for winter dates for introverts.

Even harder than that?

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Dating as anintrovertin the winter.

These folks often just need to be alone for recharge.

introverts feeling drained and depleted.

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

clinical psychologist, life fulfillment expert, and author ofDate Smart,Joy From Fear, andAging Joyfully

Given that there are fewer opportunities of outdoor gatherings, wintertime often seems to present fewer dating venue options.

Furthermore, these date venues and environments tend to better facilitate meaningful conversations than large crowds or bars.

So basically, avoid what do you do for work and opt for what makes you happy in life?

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3 general best practices for dating an introvert

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These ideas limit the pressure to talk on demandandprovide material to discuss afterwards.

That can be stressful foranyone, after all.

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So, feel free to get creative with that information in mind.

Then create a date idea around that, says House.

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clinical psychologist, life fulfillment expert, and author ofDate Smart,Joy From Fear, andAging Joyfully

Here are a few ideas:

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A new museum exhibition

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Lunch at your favorite neighborhood spot

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A walk in a local park (bundle up!)

Watching a sports game together on television

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Seeing a movie, either in a theater or at one of your homes

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Sledding or having a snowball fight

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Cooking a new recipe together or taking a virtual cooking class.

Taking a paint-and-sip class

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Having a picnic indoors at home, basket and all, to conjure sunnier days

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