Displaying 526 to 535 of 535 Toby Sep-24-04 9:10P Every woman can be taken by storm, and it's up to every man to attempt it. Toby Sep-24-04 9:09P Any women can be taken by storm, and it's up to every man to attempt it. Toby Sep-24-04 5:38P It's better to look like an idiot than BE an idiot. Toby Sep-24-04 4:45P One of the gems from our 'fountain of wisdom' that I'd forgotten: Never say "no" to something that sounds fun. Toby Sep-24-04 4:44P In agreement with Gregg's thoughts, to be too sweet is to risk being boring. Chivalrous manners are good, but so is a hint of steely reserve. Gregg Sep-24-04 12:53P Bennett has a puppyish charm, and part of that is being eager. But I suspect that he comes accross as too eager with the ladies. So Stefan, you could say something to him like "You're like a puppy, Bennett. And ladies like to snuggle with puppies. But not when they slobber all over them." Gregg Sep-24-04 12:45P Don't agree with everything she says just because you're trying to make her like you. If she has an opinion that you disagree with, say so -- in a non-condescending, non-confrontational way. Nobody likes a yes man. Find out what her interests are without interrogating her. And don't immediately say "Yeah, I like that too!" whenever she mentions an interest or like that you share. Let these things in common be discovered by her slowly; they have more impact when revealed over time. Otherwise you come acrss as too eager to please. Retain an aura of mystery. If you give away everything about yourself right away, there's no reason for someone to want to get to know you better. Stefan Sep-23-04 8:06P There are no good lines. In the first few seconds you're trying to prove that you're not a jerk. Saying a line means you're a jerk. Talk to her like you're human and she's human. Toby Sep-23-04 12:52P The Initial Conversation. Don’t talk about yourself. Engaging her in an interesting subject (i.e. herself) is rule number one. While you aren’t talking about yourself, don’t talk about your job, dreams you’ve had, what your pet is like, or the weather. Listen carefully. The only hope you have of keeping the conversation interesting to her is by absorbing what she is saying, and responding with as much aplomb as you can muster. Don’t ask what “ethnic background” she is. Do have a few funny stories up your sleeve. These standards should ideally be introduced appropriately, rather than out of the blue. They should also show you in a positive light, without being too obviously self-congratulatory. Those over 30 should regularly review current events, so as to not seem like an ignoramus. Reading The Onion does not count. General Attitude. Be decisive. Make a decision. If it’s the wrong one, you can change it later, but in the meantime, strive to give the appearance of complete assurance. A moment of weakness could cost you the punani at the end of the night. If a girl smiles or otherwise favorably acknowledges your existence you are honor bound to approach her and start a conversation (see above). If a girl has not paid you any attention in you she is probably otherwise involved, or genuinely disinterested in you. Fashion and Presentation. The basic rule of fashion is that you have to be at least slightly physically uncomfortable. Maybe that jacket is a little warm. Show some gumption and tough it out. That’s what P Diddy would do. When shopping, have a strong notion of what it is you want to acquire, then do not become distracted. Though you may see other items that seem appealing you must be like a samurai, performing your task with one pointedness. Adopt a ‘look’ or style, and stick with it for at least a year. Physical exercise is not optional. A woman wants to feel that if a mastodon were to crash into the restaurant her date will be able to not only slay it with his bare hands, but also cut it into filets with only a sharp rock. If you feel this scenario is unlikely substitute the mastodon for a big Puerto Rican. The point is not so much about being good at fighting, as it is about exuding a reassuring level physical competence. Having a strong physicality is important, but it is not the real reason why exercise is indispensable. Exercise is critical because it directly affects your mojo. If you feel good in your body, you will emit a subliminal vibe that will make other people feel good about your body too. Further, feeling fit enable a man to be decisive, which we already know is very important. The mental affects of exercise are subtle, but profound. gregg Sep-23-04 12:31P Stefan and Toby, start inputting ideas. A few things I said yesterday that you seemed to like: "Turn on yuor heartlight" Suggest to B. that he tell girls either he is a writer or a paralegal, but not "a paralegal who really wants to be a writer." Be confident. take a stand. I was thinking about his clothing. I could see him in good suits and sport javkets with turtlenecks or t-shirts; the modern "writerly" look.

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