War Heroes

Women more attracted to war heroes

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London: Women are more inclined to date war heroes than regular soldiers or men who display heroic traits in other fields, such as in sports or natural disaster work, says a research. On the contrary, men find female heroes, both in combat and in disaster zones, less sexually attractive than their non-hero counterparts, the findings showed.

"This provides evidence for the hypothesis that gender differences in inter-group conflict can have an evolutionary origin, as only males seem to benefit from displaying heroism," said co-author of the study Joost Leunissen, psychologist at the University of Southampton. In the study, 92 women studying in Britain were presented with hypothetical profiles of the opposite sex, representing varying levels of heroism in different contexts such as warfare, sport and business. Women were more likely to find a soldier attractive, and were more inclined to date him, if he had been awarded a medal for bravery in combat. Displays of heroism in other fields, such as in sports or in business, also had no effect on how likely women were to find them attractive. Again, heroism in combat increased women's levels of sexual attraction towards male soldiers, but heroism in a disaster zone had no impact. Female heroes, both in combat and in disaster zones, were deemed less attractive by men than their non-hero counterparts. - 

Dating Apps

Every few days, we see a new dating app being launched in the market. These are user-friendly no doubt and trying to make like minded people meet on the digital platform, hit it off and then meet and take the relationship further. However easy and convenient the world of online relationships sound – is it a better way to find a soulmate? Or are there risks involved?

Various surveys have revealed that 1 out of 12 users experience some sort of abuse while they are dating online. However, not many come forward and report it. Just like the various kinds of abuses go unreported, online dating mishaps too are not talked about for the fear of being judged and blamed. However, three students from the University of Alberta have taken up the tasks of making online dating more secure and safer for women.

Their battle is against Tinder, a popular matchmaking app and they are trying to point out loopholes in its security through an online campaign. Michelle Schultz and two of her classmates Brittany Heddle and Brooke Andrews were prompted to start the campaign - TinderGrrrls after they learnt about other women’s experiences where they were subjected to threats of being beaten up or raped after they rejected someone on the app.

All that TinderGrrrls aims at doing is creating awareness amongst women using Tinder and other dating apps to find someone to get into a relationship with. Tindergrrrls asks women to submit their experiences of abuse on Tinder. While these accounts of abuse remain anonymous, they are then tweeted on the campaign’s Twitter account to make other women, already using Tinder or any other dating app, aware of online harassment and how they can tackle it. Tindergrrrls has reached a little over 500 followers on Twitter and is continuously helping women with information and skills to deal with an online abuse situation.

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Types Of Guys Women Avoid

8 Types Of Guys Women Avoid

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Have you ever wondered if the way you act makes women cringe? Have you ever worried that your behavior might be making them run in the other direction?

Just as women are attracted to certain archetypal men, there are other types of men that women go out of their way to avoid. And this is especially true during the early stages of a relationship, when a woman is trying to gauge a man's personality.

Below are eight types of guys that women consistently stay away from. I have compiled this list from conversations I've had with numerous women regarding the behaviors they dislike in men.

But don't worry if you recognize some of the following traits in yourself -- most of them aren't deal-breakers. The idea here is not to completely change your personality, but rather to keep certain female-unfriendly behaviors in check. Read on to find out what women dislike, so you'll be able to make a better impression next time around.

The Misogynist

This guy makes no secret of his bitterness toward women. On a date, he can't help but exude negativity toward his companion and the entire female gender by making rude and insulting comments.

Why He's So Unappealing: This is the only type of behavior on this list that is, in fact, a total deal-breaker. And it's not surprising. What woman do you know who would like to be in a relationship with a man like this?

What to Do If You're That Guy: You need to take a good look at why you feel this way about women. Misogyny tends to say more about the man in question than about women in general. Regardless of the root cause, you need to address your misogyny and change your attitude if you want to spend time with women who don't hate themselves.

The Self-Righteous Guy

This guy is very judgmental. He probably doesn't drink or smoke, and he doesn't hesitate to tell others to follow suit. From the very first date, he'll preach to a woman, telling her she shouldn't drink wine or get dessert.

Why He's So Unappealing: No one wants to be judged, especially on a date. She'll just find it annoying and rude.

What to Do If You're That Guy: You can preach a little once you're actually in a relationship. But until that point, her drinking, smoking and dessert-eating habits are none of your business.

The Arguer

This type of guy turns every conversation into an argument. When he takes a woman out, he makes her feel like she's in debate class rather than on a date. And in doing so, he makes her feel defensive and self-conscious.

Why He's So Unappealing: A date should be a pleasant experience, but if she's on the defensive the whole time, she will not be enjoying herself. Remember this: Constant arguing and debating is a stress -- and you certainly don't want her to associate you with a stressful experience.

What to Do If You're That Guy: Most importantly, relax. If you are this type of guy, you probably revert to debating because you are nervous or unsure of what to say. So before the date, brainstorm conversation topics and questions you can ask her. That way, you won't be as likely to revert to arguing during lulls in the conversation.

The Cheap Guy

He invites a woman to dinner and then subtly suggests they go Dutch. He never splurges to buy her flowers and he always opts for the cheapest wine. He makes her feel like they're on a tight budget from the very first date.

Why He's So Unappealing: Your first few dates should always be carefree; the words "saving" and "budget" shouldn't come up. If she spends the first date picturing a lifetime of penny-pinching with you, you're out of luck.

What to Do If You're That Guy: Loosen up the purse strings a little when you're courting a woman. You don't need to spend a fortune to make a good impression, but you do need to make her feel like she's special. Flowers are a nice touch once in a while.

The Boorish Guy

The Boorish Guy doesn't try to hide the fact that he's checking out other women while in her presence; he flirts with the waitress and he even goes as far as to brag about his past conquests. Overall, he lacks respect for women.

Why He's So Unappealing: Not only is this type of behavior infuriating, it can also be bad for a woman's self-esteem. If you act like this when you're first getting to know a woman, you won't stand a chance.

What to Do If You're That Guy: If you can't curb this kind of behavior permanently, then you at least have to keep it in check when making a first impression. Keep your flirting and wandering eyes at bay -- and maybe eventually it'll become a habit. Because, truthfully, if you introduce this kind of behavior into a relationship at any point, she won't be pleased.

The Arrogant Guy

He has a huge ego and he's condescending. He's also rude -- not necessarily to her, but to anyone he perceives as beneath him. And that's just as bad as being rude directly to her.

Why He's So Unappealing: A woman often looks at how a man treats other people to assess his personality. So, even though you might be nice to her on a date, she'll be paying attention to how you act with other people too.

What to Do If You're That Guy: No woman wants to be talked down to, so I shouldn't have to tell you to shed the ego when you're dealing with her directly. But in order to really impress her, you need to treat everyone around you with a certain amount of respect -- because she'll be watching.

The Predictable Guy

Women don't like the Predictable Guy because they know exactly how he'll react to everything. He follows formulas and never wants to do anything differently. For example, he'd never surprise a woman by spontaneously taking her out for the night.

Why He's So Unappealing: Women look for a certain amount of unpredictability in a man -- they want a free spirit. This is why some women seem to be drawn to the notorious "bad boy." It's not that they're drawn to his badness, exactly, but rather to his unpredictability.

What to Do If You're That Guy: You don't have to be "bad" or a completely free spirit to win her over. But try to mix things up -- particularly at the beginning of a relationship. Call her and tell her you want to go to the countryside for the day, or for an impromptu meal. After she gets to know you, she won't mind as much if you slip back into your routine a bit. But don't forget to continue to surprise her once in a while -- doing so will keep the relationship fresh.

The Needy Guy

He is overly emotional and shares all his feelings with her right away. The Needy Guy also doubts himself and needs constant reassurance about his relationship, work and friendships.

Why He's So Unappealing: Confidence and independence are very sexy traits in a man -- insecurity and dependence are not. Most women look for a strong partner they can lean on. So if you're always leaning on her -- especially in the early stages of a relationship -- she might doubt your ability to fulfil that role. Starting a new relationship can make anyone feel nervous -- don't burden her with your insecurities, too.

What to Do If You're That Guy: Timing is everything, so you just need to keep your feelings in check at the beginning of the relationship. Try to hold off on sharing all your feelings or divulging your insecurities. Once you're far enough along in the relationship, you can share as much as you want. By that point, she'll appreciate knowing what's on your mind.

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Dating

When it comes to dating, does a person's physical size really matter? Love comes in all shapes and sizes, and sometimes, these sizes are curvier than the others. Is not having the perfect figure, a negative in the dating world? Are overweight people doomed to a dateless life? Well, not really.

Here are some reasons why you should date an overweight person:

1 Confidence

Have you ever come across a couple - where one of them was physically larger than their significant other? And wondered how they landed themselves a boyfriend/girlfriend? One word: Confidence. What they lack in size, they make up in confidence. And heaps of it.  A fatter person is less likely to be conceited, and snobbish.

2 Curves in the right places

Having curves in the right places is sexy. It comes really handy when it you need to sit on someone's lap in case of tight squeeze, and the person whose lap you sit on benefits cos there's more cushion and less bones.  In fact, they also have super smooth moves on the dance floor.

3 Personality

At the end of the day, if you have a great personality - you will be bringing all the boys/ girls to your yard - irrespective of your size. If you can challenge someone in an intellectual and emotional space, coupled with chemistry, half your battle is won.

4 Sense of humour

We all have different kinds of humour, and if you find one that shares your taste in humour, no amount of BMI is going to get in your way.

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How to make Girlfriend Jealous

Jealousy is indeed a delightful emotion to watch. How we love to watch our girlfriends fuming with jealousy when they see another pretty lass holding our hand or taking us shopping.

Your girl maybe feeling miserable, but to see her that way is a pure sinful joy. And if you are looking for some ways to fodder her jealousy pangs, read on:

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1. Get Closer... to the ‘Other Woman’

Come on, you can afford that much risk. Just hold her hand, not in a romantic gesture though. Just make a ‘see you’ promise to her while cupping her hands and watch your girlfriends eyes fixed forever on that little shake of hands. Let the questions barge in now!

2. Compliment Someone She Hates

Yeah, this might sound like taking it too far, but where is the fun in NOT taking it too far? You are making her jealous on purpose. You can be bad. You can be evil.

3. “Woo! What a Hot Chick!”

How many times have you almost uttered these words when you are with your girl, and then stopped yourself right there on the edge? This time round, just let the words flow. Make sure you utter these words loud and clear while you are ogling that hot chick at the places you meant to ogle in the first place.

4. Flirt With Her Best Friend

That’s the first thing you thought of, didn’t you? But then, the ‘what will she think’ questions started bothering you soon enough. She will think exactly what you want her to think, and don’t worry about her friend, she too will enjoy the attention. Best would be to inform her in advance of your intentions. That way you have to worry about one thing less.

5. Hang Out With Other Girls

Go a yard further. Hang out with other girls a more frequently than you usually do. And making your intent very clear is advisable. Who knows, you may be an unrecognized Casanova, who melts a girl’s heart in just a date!

There are also a number of copy and paste ways to grill her with jealousy but having passed off all the gyan to you, one thing that is worth mentioning is that yours might be a girl who does not show jealousy traits easily. Rather she might retaliate by hanging out with other guys, clicking pictures with them and saying stuff like, ‘oh he is so much fun’. In such a scenario, make sure that jealousy doesn’t drip like sweat from your body.

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First Date

So this cute guy has asked you out and all you can think of is what to wear for the evening! If that is what you have been thinking all this while, we suggest you move focus to the kind of conversation you’d want to indulge in with your company for the evening. Nevertheless be careful about what you say because you wouldn’t want to give out any wrong signals on your first date. Here are a few questions you should never ask on a first date.

Are you dating anyone else? 
While this becomes an important question if you are considering a serious relationship, it is definitely not a first date question. A first date is an opportunity to meet and get to know a person. If you are too curious to know if he is dating someone other than you in the first meeting, then it just goes on to show you are being nosy. These questions are best answered when the two of you reach a certain comfort level. 

I am looking for a serious relationship. Are you? 
It is totally fine to get serious in life and start looking for that special person to spend the rest of your life with. But it is not a very good idea to ask your date if he is of the same opinion at the very first meeting. If you are looking for a serious relationship or marriage then casual dating is not exactly the right platform to find Mr Right. Sign up on a matrimonial website instead!

So how much money do you make? 
Money can be a sensitive topic most of the time, unless the man you are out for the first time with is easygoing and doesn't mind discussing it! Asking your date how much money he makes can be a total turn off as it is likely to scare him off. Come to think of it if you are self-sufficient and independent, then his salary should not make any difference to your life. Why should you be interested in his money anyway?

Are you planning to get married soon? 
What if he replied saying “No”?! You wouldn’t walk out of the restaurant, would you? Again, marriage is a serious and tricky question for most of us. It is a lifelong decision that most of us tend to avoid at some point in our lives. But if you are planning to take the first date to another level called ‘marriage’ then you are looking too far ahead. Realise the fact that the first few dates will decide if you both have anything in common or even give a name to your relationship.

I love babies, do you? 
Yes babies are cute but did you know asking your date if he likes them too can freak him out? Women usually tend to be emotional about marriage and kids, something men find difficult to relate to. Plus, your date may not be thinking of going out with you again and therefore dropping hints is not going to work either. Sit back and talk about life. Babies can wait!

When are we going out next?
If your date wants to see you again, he will surely call you. More importantly, ask yourself if you are ready to go out on a second date and if so, prepare to say yes or no accordingly. Give yourselves both time and space to decide if the first one was good enough to give it another shot. Don’t expect hurried answers in any case!

So do you like me? 
If you like the guy on your first date, be patient and wait for things to happen on their own. But can you expect the same from him? Not really we think. Don’t make a fool of yourself by asking him if he likes you and that too on the first date. Again, if he does, he will tell you or take down your phone number.

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Sings you are in Love

Love. We all have been in love at least once in our lives. And we all know that it does something to us.

Our body language changes, we feel happier than usual, the world does not feel like a hell hole anymore, and we find ourselves smiling randomly at odd hours at random people. Love can do wonderful things to you and some of the obvious signs of being in love are listed below.

1. She is ALWAYS on your mind

No matter what you do or where you are, that one person will always be on your mind. It is like they have hijacked your mind space and continue to dominate the area week after week. In the beginning you might take this to be an obsession or even infatuation, but if the dominance persists for a prolonged period, you can be sure you are in love.

2. Ms. Perfect

Ever feel that she cannot do anything wrong? That she is the one person who wouldn’t as much as hurt a fly and is incapable of causing grief and harm to anyone on this planet? Ever find yourself thinking that she is the best blend of talent and beauty, of compassion and passion? If the answers to all the above is yes, you are in love!

3. Your playlist = romantic songs

Our playlist suggests a lot about our personality. It does not simply mirror our taste in music, but it reflects our current state of mind as well. So if your playlist is full of love songs, then it is one major sign of you being in love.

4. You want to spend ALL your time with her

If you are going through a phase of wanting to meet and spend time with only one person, then you are bitten by the love bug. People in love often don’t feel like meeting friends/family. They simply want to spend all their time with the person they love. If you are going through something similar, it does not mean you are some crazy obsessive person, but it means that you want to get to know her better and be around her all the time. So if you find yourself making plans with her and only her every weekend, then you are in love.

5. You’re willing to better yourself for her

For very few people in this world we are willing to change or better ourselves. The obvious entries in this list of people are close family members and a friend or two. If you find a girl (who is not just your best friend) in this list then you know you are in love. If you want to better yourself, be the best human you can possibly be for one girl then you are definitely in love with her.

Are you showing all or a majority of these signs? If yes, you are in love! 

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Flirting

I think that’s because flirting is considered a harmless way of testing the waters; of gauging how interested the woman is in you, without the time and expense of a formal courtship. Colloquially referred to as hitting on someone, flirting is generally harmless, yet quite a necessary skill if one aims to be anyone on the social circuit.

But any article on the subject will concede that flirting attempts to engage the attention of the lovely lady, and (this is as important) direct it towards you. Which is all fine and dandy if intentions are honourable on both sides and each is just looking to pass the time of day, but if you don’t know what you’re getting into, flirting might just jeopardise your other relationships. So let’s talk about when flirting could be risky or even downright dangerous.

Situation 1: You’re already in a serious relationship

No man can be attuned to the vagaries of two women’s minds without favouring one and letting the other exist on the sidelines of his attention. What’s worse is that when you have two women, you tend to compare the two, and then, even try to change certain qualities in each, or pick and choose, like you are at a ‘make your own sandwich’ salad bar.

We’re not superhuman. It’s impossible not to fall for a woman who seems even mildly interested in responding to your quips. IF you are in a serious relationship, don’t flirt with the same woman more than twice. Or do so knowing that your partner might just find out, and your relationship will never be the same again. You will get emotionally involved with the new girl, and you will end up hurting your partner. Ask yourself whether flirting is really worth this risks.

Situation 2: She’s married, or engaged to be married

Women aren’t as good as men at handling multiple relationships. What’s innocent flirting for you might just be something completely different for her. If she takes your amorous overtures seriously and calls off her wedding, or breaks off her engagement, she will be so much more difficult to get off your back when you tire of her. Moreover, your name might get implicated in the breakup, and you don’t want to fight the scorned man who used to be her husband/fiancé. Flirt with a married woman only if she seems happily married and will dismiss your come-ons as innocuous flattery. (Isn’t this the best kind of flirting, the real no-strings-attached kind?)

Situation 3: She and you are on different wavelengths

What if she’s just teasing while the you’re planning on taking it a step further? Women really don’t get the signal that a man’s looking for a more physical relationship; she might respond to your advances, even return your compliments, and not want to get down and dirty at all. For most women, flirting is a very bold step, one that requires much daring: progressing so far as to flirt back might be an accomplishment for her.

A man must be careful, especially if the woman is a co-worker. She might seem to be giving you the eye, but try to get closer and she might well cry sexual harassment, and then it will be both your job and your ego that’s put on the line.

Flirting with too many women can be serious, because as soon as you let one woman occupy your attention, you unconsciously behave differently with other women–you have to be sneaky, you must delete evidence of calls, texts, and WhatsApp messages, and some part of you resents this. You don’t want this game of hide and seek to enter your consciousness and make you an inherently suspicious person: suspicious of your paramours, and also raising suspicion in the female population at large.

At the end of the day, it’s the shy guy that wins all the votes, not the blatant flirt. That’s why Hrithik Roshan and John Abraham elicit such fervour among women…yes, because of their six packs, but also because they come across as genuinely nice guys. Flirting is a skill–-make sure your overtures seem complimentary to the woman and not just selfish and amorous!

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Girlfriend

Different types of Girlfriends

There as many types of girlfriends as there are types of boyfriends.

Fortunately for you, we are not going to break them down according to their sun signs! We shall however, tell you more about the various kinds of girlfriends you are expected to come across in your dating life. Their nuances, their positives, their obvious negatives and why they could be just the one’s for you. So read on, and you might just discover your type in this list.

1. Individualistic 

The ‘I&I’ girlfriend is the one who has brains which she uses and who is culturally rooted. She wants her space, has a strong independent identity, cultivates opinions and cannot be pushed around. At the same time, she knows her boundaries; she accepts the good as well the bad that comes with living in a male-dominated society and has her head on her shoulders. She will be a sane partner; one who will respect your individuality as she treasures her own.

2. Domestic & Docile

She is the girlfriend who will always put her boyfriend ahead of her. She has opinions and a mind that she can use, but she chooses to stir the way her partner wishes her too. She is certainly not dumb, but she chooses to believe or has been raised in a manner which suggests that the man is alpha, omega and everything in between. This does not mean she will not put you in your place should you go overboard, but you can expect her to support you no matter what in whatever you chose to do or believe.

3. Demanding & Dominating

If this type is your girlfriend, then you can forget almost all other aspects of your life. She will demand that she be the centre of your universe and she will be dominating enough to make sure she gets what she demands. If your personality is not strong headed enough, she might over-ride you and your choices/decisions.

4. Possessive & Paranoid

Remember Lara Dutta from No Entry? Yes, that’s the type we are talking about. She is loving and caring and sweet. But then she also is possessive and compulsively cross-checks. You will find yourself answering the 'where you are' and 'what you are doing' questions 10 times a day, and still might have to face a barrage of questions after you’ve done all answering.

5 Money & More Money

This type is as old as humanity itself. She is with you for the money. She wants you to spend every time you’ll go out and won’t do with anything cheap. In case you run out of money, you can be sure she won’t be by your side anymore. She is not the one if you’re looking for love; a fling is what will work best.

These are just our versions of the various types of girlfriends that can be. Obviously, there is more to each girlfriend that what we’ve stated above. We certainly mean no harm or disrespect to women.

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Talking to Girls

Ever wondered why that guy with average looks is so popular with females while you are left             un-noticed most of the time?

Well, it is because he has successfully avoided doing things, which could get him blacklisted. There are a lot of do’s and don’ts involved in the process of talking to the fairer sex, assuming she has noticed you. It’s almost like an elimination-based game, where you have to survive to keep conversation flowing. Here are 7 tips, which can help you:

1. Talk less, listen more: ever noticed that the dude you hate speaks less and nods more? Oh yes women dig people who can take all their blabber–jabber. They like to talk, so they need some one to listen to. All you have to do is be that guy and nod in between words. Dropping words like ‘absolutely’, ‘really?’ ‘Wow’ periodically could get you brownie points. The trick is to know the highs and lows of the sentence.

2. She saw you staring, DON’T do it again: you think you are fast? Think again. Chances are she saw you steal that peek while you were busy thinking she isn’t. So, as inviting as it may seem, DON’T! And watch out for that cross hand routine. It means you are slipping in her ‘this guy is creepy’ zone.

3. Sex jokes are NOT funny: chances are, that she has studied biology while in high school and considering how much heed is paid to sex education in India, knows about human anatomy as much as you do. So DON’T crack those sms forward jokes. No, not even that. Save them for your boys night outs.

4. Try not to be the know-it-all guy: ever wondered why you never heard about the love interest(s) of Einstein? Because there weren’t any. These people knew too much for their own good and there is something about nerds that repels women (my guess: they don’t want to be proven wrong). So, even if you know she isn’t right, breathe in, and… you know the rest!

5. Comic books don’t count as books: beware when she mentions how she has been reading this awesome book and asks what you like to read. Don’t even mention comic books (I KNOW, RIGHT?) because, sadly, women don’t think like us men. Dropping names like Deepak Chopra, Robin Sharma and Dale Carnegie can help you sound intellectual. The best part is you don’t even have to read them, no one remembers what they wrote.

6. Like sports? Great. Now breathe in and breathe out and repeat: ok let me put this straight, women don’t catch sports signal. No, not even the women special sports. They DON’T. To them it’s just a piece of information that doesn’t make much sense. For them desperate housewives > (any sports possible). If you keep rubbing it in their face, well… please read the topic again or else you can try to make her like it.

7. Conversation and debate are two different things: women don’t like to be corrected all the time when they get the facts wrong, which happens most of the time. The trick is to act like nothing happened. Your job is to nod to it whenever possible between two words. Talk facts and you will have them go zzzz on you faster than you can say ‘go’. Watch out for sentences starting with ‘you know what I think...’

These tips should see you through in a conversation easily. Rest depends on your personality and how you carry yourself. Don’t worry, she will tell you that from her actions/ reactions. Try not to overstretch your welcome with a female to avoid creeping her out and things should be fine. Let words flow, cheers! 

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Break-up

7 Awesome way to Deal with Break-up

Let’s face it. There isnothing awesome about a break-up.

It is a pitiful, painful experience which is limited to spending (or wanting to spend) hours in bed crying. While crying is mandatory after a break-up to release the pent-up emotions, it should not become a habit or an excuse to be miserable at all times.

Once you get over the initial shock, you can stand up and get back to being awesome! And this is how we suggest you can go about being that.

1. Do a 'Jab We Met'

The scene from the movie Jab We Met that has now become legend is the one in which Aditya (Shahid Kapoor) rips the photo of his ex-girlfriend apart and flushes it down the toilet. If you want to get over your ex, you need to do an Aditya and flush her memories down the toilet. Gift yourself an ultimate Bollywood moment and in true filmy style throw away every item that reminds you of her. No matter how silly it may sound, it works. Do it.

2. Flirt! Flirt! Flirt!

The one thing that you ought to do is engage in harmless flirting. This is a good way to boost your ego and remind yourself that you still have it in you. This will also be a good way to get back into the game, slowly but steadily. Do not make the mistake of committing too soon; just enjoy your freedom and make the most of it.

3. Go on a trip

You can escape the city (and the memories) by going out of town for the weekend. Go with friends, or family, or if it suits you – alone. Spending time away, being in a new environment will relax you. A change of scene will benefit you and you will come back feeling revived.

4. Party!

Dance away your woes! Party hard with your friends, groove to the music and down the drinks. This will help release all that pent-up energy and you will feel lighter & better. But take care to not drunk-dial your ex and get into an unnecessary fight or argument. The point of partying is for you to have fun and that is all you must be concerned with.

5. Do the things that she stopped you from doing

Every girlfriend has a list of things that her guy cannot do. This list includes staples such as no smoking, no looking at other women, no hanging out with your guy friends ‘too much’ to outright weird ones like not wearing white socks! You need to liberate yourself from her dos-don’ts and do stuff that pleases you. Free yourself from her rules and in the process get happier.

6. Make time for yourself and what you like

The relationship may have left you with little or no time for yourself or time to pursue a hobby of your liking. Now that you have all that excess ‘girlfriend time’ on your hand you can use it to your benefit. Take up a hobby, watch all the movies you always wanted to but never got time to, or simply lie in bed and look at the ceiling if it pleases you. This is the time to get narcissistic and do the things you like, the way you like them.

7. Groom to be the ultimate ladies' man

Instead of crying over one lost woman, get up and start to think how you can attract many of the million single ladies out there. Up your social skills, groom yourself and turn into an irresistible ladies' man. Be the man about town with an attitude, intelligence and charisma and see how women swoon over you. Imbibe the skills that will help you become this new confident man. If you need a mentor, simply read up on George Clooney. This attention from the fairer sex will not only boost your ego but it will make you forget all about her. So it's a win-win deal. 

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