You may think you know your own dating habits well, but there are always small adjustments that can make a greater difference. For example, before you go out with someone new, remember to be mindful of how your body language is affecting them. Small gestures like playing with your hair or bouncing your leg up and down (a nervous habit) can give potential suitors the wrong idea about what kind of person you are or how interested you are in dating them. Take care to avoid rocking back and forth on your feet while talking because it can send mixed signals, suggests dating coach Tracy Thomas . "It’s perceived as an act of insecurity," she says. When speaking in front of others in any setting, maintain good posture and check in with your body from time to time. Don’t fidget or stick your leg out in front of you while seated at a table, as it can be distracting for others around you. The dating site OKCupid adds that when sitting across from someone on a date, "Keep both feet firmly planted on the ground; if seated in a low chair, cross your legs at the ankles rather than knees." Moving away can send another message during dating conversations, like you're eager to end them. Try not to shuffle around too much unless you need space for other reasons (like stopping yourself from hitting his hand). Keep an appropriate distance between yourself and whoever you’re speaking with.