Stick with me here, boys, it's gonna be a long one but trust me, you're gonna be filled with some knawledge.

Let's get right down to it:

What is the CMW method?

The CMW method: Coffee, minigolf and a walk. Sounds simple, right? Fuck yeah it is. CMW is my go-to and it straight up works. It's fun, simple, cheap, provides plenty of opportunities to talk and either party can end it sooner if it's not going anywhere.

I especially recommend this format if you're not a very confident or outgoing person and don't want to fuck up the date. Do you freeze up having to sit opposite your date for an hour making awkward conversation? Well you're in luck! CMW is waaay more casual and super easy-going. The C gives you a little energy boost and pep in your step while being a super casual way to start the date. M gives plenty of chances to tease each other, flirt and joke around while W allows you and your date to explore deeper, more meaningful topics of conversation and compatibility in the relaxed atmosphere of the park.

What does that all mean? It means:

COFFEE

See how your date is as a- for lack of a better term- regular person. Buying coffee is a profoundly normal experience. It gives you an idea of how they are as a totally normal person. Do they treat the barista well? Do they smile or say hi to people on the street? Do they walk like a zombie or as if they know exactly where they're headed?

MINIGOLF

What's their sense of humour like? Are they a sore loser/bad winner? Do they express the fun side of their personality through movement or words? Do they constantly "get to try that shot again" or try and cheat their scores? Does the game play super strictly? Does it play in a lighter manner and neither of you really care about the rules or points?

Why minigolf in particular? It's simple. Nobody dislikes minigolf. Sure, you Ken Bone about it and be undecided but nobody dislikes it. It's a totally palatable activity for everyone (except for like, people in a wheelchair.)

WALK

Is there a deeper side to their character or have you already seen everything they have to offer?

I am totally convinced that the CMW first-date method is one that is a sure-fire hit and one that is terribly hard to mess up! Stick to those guidelines and it'll go smoothly every time regardless of your levels of confidence.

Okay, I get that this method is better than movie+dinner but why is it better than, say, going to a bar for a drink?

Aight man that's a good question.

Short answer: It's not. Long answer: It's not better, it's different.

Going for a drink at the bar is a different type of date to the CMW method. While your water-type date idea might be super effective against your fire honey, it comes across as low-effort to anyone that you're genuinely interested in pursuing to a deeper and more intimate level. The bar is great for casual hookups but it's the typical basic-male 20-something date. I bet when you go on these you're wearing a blue button-down, chinos & brown leather shoes, that's how fuckin' generic it is.

As you can probably tell. the CMW method is one I'm super fuckin' passionate about. If you haven't tried it, I highly recommend it. I also fucked your mother.

TL;DR: Coffee, Minigolf, Walk.