Hooking up or the tame-sounding “date” can rather be nerve-wracking these days. With much emphasis on first impressions from clothes, EQ, IQ and every conceivable acronym associated with dating like MU and HHWW, men and women would rather say “no” or pass for the next time — it’s the fear talking there or worse, being clueless.
These days, ignorance is not bliss. Being clueless about finding a perfect mate just means that while the rest of the town is getting some action, you’re probably watching CSI re-runs!
As the sign of times, gone are the days of the conservative era. To live up into this trend and remain unfazed in the dating game, the styles now compared to before have their own ever-changing moods or can be eclectic like as David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust’s concert wardrobe.
No cheers for the awful truth — it becomes difficult to understand the modern rules of hooking up, 21st century-style. Because even if women have the power to make the first move, there is still a tad bit of the Prince William and the devil-may-care attitude of Prince Harry image they look for in men. A confusing mix of sugar and spice. No one ever said that being ahead in the dating scene is easy!
Just like Jose Emilio, a 29-year-old marketing manager, who shares, “It is hard for me to read women - some of them want traditional chivalry like that knight in shining armor while others are so independent that they get offended if you open the door for them.”
Confusing as it may seem, many singles still do not know the new and improved rules on hooking up. Fortunately even if the rules of dating may never be definitive, there are still a few universal dos and don’ts which guys should follow for a good time – and fingers crossed, a chance at having a next date!
1. Listen dudes. Or at least act like you’re truly interested. Put your cellphone on silent mode and avoid texting. Master the skill of listening because as you keep asking questions, your date will think you are brilliant and so fascinating!
2. Pay up, man. It’s simple, entertainment costs. Going on a date is a form of entertainment. You want to have a good time, well, honey, you invest in the bank called The Date. Depending on the market situation, you may get your ROI in a quickie!
3. Chivalry is not dead. Lock up the Neanderthal in you for an evening and charm the pants off your date. Women still appreciate those little things that make you a gentleman.
4. Use humor, boy. Crack jokes. Avoid topics like your ex, bad relationships with people and your mother. On the bright side, not only will being funny put your date at ease, it will show them you have a sense of humor. Think of Jim Carrey and all his model girlfriends!
Thankfully, the dating scene has evolved over the years. Women are also doing their own bit in making hooking up easier for you! From the demure Maria Clara type of woman, there is the open-minded and confident femme fatale exuding an Angelina Jolie vibe.
Just like Lexi who is single, foxy and intelligent. This good-looking chick was spotted at the UAAP games waving her banner with her cellphone number on it signaling to call her. Some guys can barely get a girl’s number but Lexi is living proof how different the dating game now is with her being more inventive and some-what aggressive enough to pull a stunt like that to get the attention of the opposite sex.
A few rules to remember, mixed with more forwarding -thinking women like Lexi, the dating game is indeed much better than an evening with Gil Grissom! Want to know more about the cool and savvy chick called Lexi? Key in at 0908-893333 and be axed!
