“As long as it is L’Toeles and not S’chok, I have no issues.”
Some people need to know they can laugh and joke together in order to have a connection. In which case it is l’toeles.
“boys need to interact with girls in order to be comfortable when dating, which is hogwash.”
My point is that many boys and girls have an extremely difficult time being open and engaging in normal dialogue on dates because they’ve been hardwired to repel exactly that. For them, a potentially more constructive option is to have it all “set up” in their parents’ dining room beforehand.
So on your point, I’m not suggesting they need to interact with the opposite sex in order to be more comfortable on dates. I’m suggesting that they at least understand HOW to have such interaction when the proper time comes, and realize the following:
1. Your date is not to be treated or talked to the way you treat and talk to your buddies.
2. Your date is of the opposite sex, and therefore, you should understand that you will see things differently. Internalize and respect that.