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Everything you need to know about engagements, bridal showers, and weddings, whether you’re the bride, the groom, or a guest.
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Instructions Step 1: Quit your job If urgency is not a factor, try having a private conversation with your boss well in advance about your general displeasure and desire to be a part of the next round of layoffs. Hello, severance check! Step 2: Discard your possessions Discard all your worldly possessions except cash. Empty …
Instructions Step 1: Prime them Use your body language to make the person comfortable around you. Smile, tilt your head to one side when you’re listening to them, keep your arms unfolded, and point your torso and feet toward theirs. Step 2: Read their palms Gauge how relaxed they are by reading their palms. Are …
Instructions Step 1: Tell roommate Tell your roommate that you will be bringing a date home. Hopefully, this will ensure that you don’t happen upon any unwanted surprises. Step 2: Establish a code Establish a code that you’ll use when you want the roommate to excuse himself. Ideally, it should be a phrase that will …
Instructions Step 1: Watch yourself speak Stand in front of the mirror, and pretend you’re having a conversation with a friend. It’s much easier to identify the places where you slur if you watch yourself speak. Step 2: Stretch and relax your face Stretch your face as wide as it will go, and then scrunch …
Instructions Step 1: Don’t be alone with him Research shows date rapists plan their attacks, and most don’t occur on the first date. Since date rapists bide their time, don’t be alone with a new guy until you really know him. TIP: Be wary of that male friend who has a crush on you. Thirty-eight …
Instructions Step 1: Embrace the media We know it’s not your favorite thing to do, but suck it up, keep your comments to yourself, and devote a night to sharing their favorite partisan media with them. Your sweetheart will appreciate the effort. Step 2: Check yourself and zone out If you find yourself speechifying about …
Instructions Step 1: Pick a good time Wait for a good time to bring up the subject—like when your lover is feeling good about their body. TIP: You can pave the way by complimenting their physical charms in the weeks leading up to The Talk. Step 2: Address their concerns Respectfully listen to any reservations …
Instructions Step 1: Hold your guitar Pretend you are holding a guitar by bending both arms between 75 and 90 degrees. Keep one hand in front of your belt buckle, palm facing you, and the other hand up in the air, fingers spread, bent, and pointing toward you. Step 2: Choose your tune Whether you’re …
Instructions Step 1: Start with the eyes Let’s start with the eyes. Someone who can’t maintain eye contact could be lying—or, at the very least, extremely uncomfortable. Eyes that shift downward indicate guilt or shame. Direct eye contact signals interest, focus, honesty, and confidence. TIP: If you want to know if a person is lying, …
Instructions Step 1: Don’t take things personally Don’t take it personally when your man is not in the mood. Women think they just need to flash some flesh to get a guy salivating like one of Pavlov’s dogs, but that’s a myth. Step 2: Don’t hide your body Don’t hide your body: Strip in front …
Instructions Step 1: Moan gently Start off by moaning gently a few times. Keep your eyes half-open and your face neutral. Step 2: Offer encouragement As you moan, offer a few words of encouragement, like a breathless, ‘yes, yes’ or ‘that feels so good.’ Step 3: Kick it up Gradually get louder. Moan more aggressively. …
Instructions Step 1: Pull a switcheroo The next time hubby serves you food, find a reason to get him out of the room and switch plates. If he comes down with severe cramps, look around for a fresh box of rat poison. Step 2: Check personal-care products Check your personal-care products for tampering. One devious …
Instructions Step 1: Join a group Join a group that interests you. You could work on a political campaign, sign up for a class, do volunteer work, or become a member of a club like a hiking group. Step 2: Make the first move Don’t be afraid to make the first move. Keep it simple, …
Instructions Step 1: Assess partner’s beliefs Clearly assess your partner’s beliefs or lack thereof. Atheists can fall anywhere along a continuum ranging from ‘Wish there were a God but I need proof’ to ‘Existence would be much better without the silly notion of God.’ Step 2: Debrief your partner on evangelicals Debrief your partner on …
Instructions Step 1: Commit to having a good time no matter what Circumstances have deemed that you won’t have a date for the prom. Time to accept the fact and commit yourself to having a good time no matter what. Step 2: Look good Look good. Just because you’re going alone is no reason to …
Instructions Step 1: List the pros and cons Eloping is a big decision, since you might disappoint some of your nearest and dearest. Then again, the money everyone will save on a big wedding might be appreciated. Make a list of pros and cons. If you still want to elope—go for it! Step 2: Decide …
Instructions Step 1: Change your shoes Shortly before the bouquet-tossing ceremony, start warming up. Kick off your heels and do a stretching routine. Or, if you’re deadly serious, change into athletic shoes. Good footing is key to beating out the other brides-to-be. Step 2: Pick your spot When the single gals are called to the …
Instructions Step 1: Give yourself six months Ideally, you should begin your pre-wedding fitness routine at least six months before the big day. But don’t worry if you don’t have that long—every bit helps. : Consult a doctor before starting any fitness regimen. Step 2: Step up your cardio Do some form of cardiovascular exercise …
Instructions Step 1: Time it Find a time when you can speak with your friend privately, in a quiet setting. Don’t wait until the last minute (like a week before the wedding)—one to six months before the big day would be ideal. Step 2: Stay calm Broach the subject calmly. Your argument is not going …
Instructions Step 1: Act obsessed with the prom Begin to act obsessed with the prom. Talk about it 24/7, as if you very life depended on how perfect a night it is. Step 2: Drive up the cost Let your date know that this perfect night doesn’t come cheap. Quote the highest estimates you can …
Instructions Step 1: Ask yourself why Ask yourself why you’re getting nervous. Is it marriage in general you don’t feel ready for—or a lifetime with your betrothed? Step 2: Make a list If it’s marriage that worries you, make a list of exactly what’s beginning to freak you out. If you’re just a little bit …
Instructions Step 1: Circulate and smile Let your social animal run free. Work the crowd, introduce yourself, and keep the conversation flowing. TIP: Don’t ignore couples, kids, and grandparents. Impress just one, and you’ll have an automatic wingman. Step 2: Show your best side Show your best side to the opposite sex. If you’re a …
Instructions Step 1: Dress to the nines Wear serious prom clothes—a tux for the guys, a gown for the ladies. You want to look like you’re taking your ‘special night’ very seriously. Don’t forget the corsage and boutonniere! Step 2: Get a date Find a partner-in-crime to be your date. More and more kids are …
Instructions Step 1: Call the officiant Call whoever is performing the ceremony and ask that person to deliver the bad news. If ever there was a ‘kill the messenger’ moment, this is it, so why put your BFF in danger? Step 2: Clear out your stuff While your ex and 200 of your loved ones …
Instructions Step 1: Narrow down your list of potential dates Narrow down your list of potential prom dates by flipping through your most recent yearbook. Have both A-list choices and B-list choices. While you may have your heart set on a cheerleader, you might be more suited for the Computer Club president. TIP: Be realistic, …
Instructions : Beware. There are many international marriage broker scams; don’t be a fool for love. Step 1: Have a clean record Have a clean record. The International Marriage Broker Regulation Act, passed in 2005, requires mail-order bride agencies to disclose an American suitor’s marital history and criminal background to any potential brides. TIP: Going …
Instructions Step 1: Sex them up Make your vows sexy. Say things that make everyone—old and young alike—cringe with embarrassment. Step 2: Hone your standup act Treat your vows like a stand-up routine. Step 3: Include inside jokes Include lots of inside jokes. Who cares if no one at the service knows what the hell …
Instructions Step 1: Make sure it’s a girl Make sure your target is a girl… because everybody makes mistakes. Step 2: Pick the right moment Wait until the right moment in the movie. But don’t wait too long. Step 3: Pick a long movie Pick a long movie, leaving more opportunity for snuggling. TIP: If …
Instructions Step 1: Freshen your breath If you have bad breath, It doesn’t matter how confident you are, or how great a kisser. Brush your teeth beforehand if you can, or at the very least pop a breath mint. TIP: Parsley is such a powerful breath freshener that it even neutralizes garlic breath, so if …
Instructions Step 1: Clean the car Be sure that the seats and floors of the vehicle are relatively clean. The mood can be dampened by rotting food and other debris being jostled during the act. TIP: While some people burn candles to heighten the romance, it is not recommended. They’re a fire hazard–and stopping to …
Instructions Step 1: Choose username Choose a username that references a film, song, or movie star. One survey found that they get the most hits. The biggest turnoff? Usernames that brag about body parts. Step 2: Use clever headline Come up with a clever headline. ‘Real Life Romeo Ready to Woo-Woo His Juliet’ is more …
Instructions Step 1: Pay attention Pay attention to how she addresses you. There is a chance that she may have forgotten your name, too, and if so, relish your good fortune because two wrongs do make a right. Step 2: Get her out of the room No such luck? Try to get her out of …
Instructions Step 1: Be active Be active. You can’t enjoy the benefits of dating lots of people if you have no way to meet them. Accept invitations; join clubs; take up hobbies; try an internet dating site. TIP: Take a class or seminar on dating—everyone there is single and looking. Step 2: Ask out everyone …
Instructions Step 1: Get collagen Get collagen lip injections—unless bee-stung lips come naturally to you. TIP: Collagen too pricey? Buy one of the many lip plumpers available at the cosmetic counter. Step 2: Find an inappropriate partner Find an inappropriate partner—someone’s husband, your brother, or, if you’re supposedly heterosexual, a woman. Step 3: Hang on …
Instructions Step 1: Pick the right time Pick the right time. Ideally, this is when you two have some privacy so that shyness or fear of rejection doesn’t loom so large. Step 2: Set the mood Set the mood. If you’re trying to get someone to see you as more than a friend, arrange to …
Instructions Step 1: Pick your nose Casually start picking your nose as the officer approaches. He’s apt to let you go with a warning so he won’t have to touch anything of yours. Step 2: Start crying Turn on the waterworks–the louder and more inconsolable sounding, the better. A crying woman makes people uncomfortable enough–imagine …
Instructions Step 1: Quiz boyfriend Quiz your boyfriend. Are his parents liberal or conservative? Religious or agnostic? What are their hobbies? Did they take a recent trip? TIP: The more you know, the better you’ll be able to make pleasant chitchat and avoid conversational minefields. Step 2: Dress conservatively Err on the conservative side with …
Instructions Step 1: Date online Consider joining a popular online dating service. It’s the easiest way to meet thousands of available women. Step 2: Weed out prospects Unless you’re a sadist, weed out the ones who make it clear they’re looking for a serious relationship. Step 3: Avoid friends Scrupulously avoid dating women who might …
Instructions Step 1: Choose a partner Pick the appropriate person to be your partner—you don’t want to surrender your precious gift to the first “playa” who smiles your way. TIP: If you’re embarrassed by your inexperience, choose another first-timer, so you’re on equal footing. If you want to make up for lost time, choose an …
Instructions Step 1: Watch their hands Watch the suspected liar’s hands. Body language studies show that people tend to touch their face and scratch their nose when they lie. Step 2: Follow their eyes Follow their eyes. Liars tend to blink a lot and don’t maintain eye contact. Step 3: Note their words Note their …
Instructions Step 1: Prep your story Get your story straight! Figure out exactly what you’re going to say. Prepare answers for any potential questions. Writing down your lie will help you remember it once the time comes to actually do the deed. Step 2: Envision the lie Envision your lie actually happening. That way, you …
Instructions Step 1: Clean your mouth Brush your teeth, floss and use mouthwash. Bad breath is the ruination of kissing. At the very least, have a mint. Step 2: Sit w/ partner in private Sit with your partner, preferably in private. Public displays of affection may be fun for you, but they make everyone else …
Instructions Step 1: Arrive bearing gifts Arrive bearing gifts. Flowers, candy, and jewelry are no-brainers, but to practically guarantee success, add something that conveys a thoughtful commitment to the future—like a brochure from the romantic B&B you’re going to take her to next month. TIP: Send flowers to her office; she’ll appreciate them twice as …
Instructions Step 1: Primp Buff your body within an inch of its life. Have a mani/pedi; exfoliate and moisturize; get a facial; apply a spray tan. Be squeaky clean, pleasant smelling, and clean-shaven. Girls, consider a Brazilian. Step 2: Buy massage oils Buy massage oils and watch some online videos on how to give your …
Instructions Step 1: Start off sweetly Here’s a sweet way to start—sneak a tiny bite of chocolate into your mouth before French-kissing your lover. Step 2: Give ‘em lip-o-suction Give ‘em some lip-o-suction by gently sucking on their upper or lower lip. Step 3: Do the lick-flick Move on to the lick-flick. Take the tip …
Instructions Step 1: Introduce yourself Approach the person and introduce yourself. Don’t bother with cheesy pickup lines—studies show a simple “Hi” works best. TIP: If the other person doesn’t immediately offer his or her name, chances are the interest level is low. Step 2: Use name immediately After you get the person’s name, use it …
Instructions Step 1: Decide if he’s worth it Decide if he’s worth it. If he’s not in the running for a long-term commitment, let another girl deal with the problem. Step 2: Compliment him Take a cue from journalists, who lob softballs at interview subjects before throwing them a curve. Start with a compliment about …
Instructions Step 1: Smile Begin with a bright smile—one that comes from your eyes as well as your lips. Step 2: Say hello & ask question Say hello and then ask a question that requires more than a “yes” or “no” answer. For example, “What do you think of the band?” or “Where are we, …
Instructions Step 1: Keep it quiet at first Keep it quiet, at least at first. You may feel great the day after first hooking-up, but give it a few weeks before screaming to the world that you’re madly in love. Step 2: Cop to the affair When you decide to confide in your colleagues (or …
Instructions Step 1: Find out about them Find out as much as you can about her parents. Are they ultra-conservative? Aging hippies? Avid travelers? Obsessed golfers? TIP: Knowing a bit about them will help you decide how to dress and which way to steer the conversation. Step 2: Get haircut & clean nails Get a …
Instructions Step 1: Get yourself some wing-women Get yourself some wing-women. Men who are surrounded by attentive ladies instantly become more attractive to other women. TIP: Be macho if you want to play the field, but find your sensitive side if you’re looking for true love. Step 2: Pay her lots of compliments Pay your …
Instructions Step 1: Pay attention Pay attention. A delusional person spends more time in a fantasy world than in reality. If your girlfriend talks incessantly about her celebrity crush, it may be a symptom of a more serious problem. An emotionally damaged person may result to pining for the unattainable in order to keep themself …
Instructions Step 1: Make him jealous Psychos are usually possessive, so test him by doing a small thing to make him jealous—like sharing your secret crush on a celebrity you’re unlikely ever to meet—and see whether he overreacts. Step 2: Pay attention Pay attention to whether or not he attempts to dictate how everything around …
Instructions Step 1: Get out of bed The minute you wake up, get out of bed—especially if she’s still in it. Step 2: Get dressed Get fully dressed, even if you usually breakfast in your boxers. You don’t want to give her any ideas about spending a lazy day in your bed. Step 3: Don’t …
Instructions Step 1: For girls If you are a female… get laid. If you are a male, proceed to step 2. Step 2: For gays If you are a homosexual… get laid. If you are a heterosexual male, proceed to step 3. Step 3: For guys Locate a woman. Don’t just stand there – manipulate …
Instructions Step 1: Be willing to listen Always be willing to listen to what the other person is telling you, even if sometimes it’s boring or makes you uncomfortable. Step 2: Don’t be judgmental Don’t be judgmental. Try to see your friend’s point of view. If you’re going to disagree, do it respectfully. TIP: Don’t …
Instructions Step 1: Decide where Decide beforehand where you want to take her, if you’re lucky enough to get the date. To a fancy restaurant? A movie? Something more original? If possible, choose something that appeals to her interests. Step 2: Look your best Look your best. You don’t have to be Brad Pitt to …
Instructions Step 1: Press cold spoon against hickey As soon as possible, pop a spoon in the freezer for a few minutes, and then press it, suction-like, against the hickey for 15 minutes. This will reduce swelling and prevent any more bruising. Step 2: Massage area Gently massage the area to break up the congealed …
Instructions Step 1: Have condoms on hand Condoms are the best defense against STDs–keep them on hand. Make sure you have some polyurethane condoms, too, in case your partner is allergic to latex. TIP: Make sure your condoms are useable. If they’ve been exposed to excessive heat or light–or are just plain old–they may be …
