Disagree hard on this one. Awkward first times can really mess things up from the start. That initial bad vibe often sets a pattern that's tough to break later on. Calling it "fine" just papers over problems that might come back worse. Sometimes you need to call a bad start what it is and just walk away.
Absolutely! That shaky beginning often shows deeper issues that won't just go away. If you ignore it, you might waste time on something doomed from the start. Knowing when to cut your losses saves a lot of heartache later.