How To Be A Player: The Guide For The Single Woman

Attract

1. If Looks Could Kill

   Always look presentable, but don't always dress "to the nines." If you do, men will know you're only trouble. Modesty is nicer/doable, but do accessorize and try to bring out your best aspects at all times.
   
   

2. Always Move Forward

   When flirting, do play coy, but do not be passive. If the window of opportunity is soon closing, be direct and go talk to him. (Don't wait until the train is pulling into the station and you are headed in different directions.)
   
   
   

3. Get A Little Toothy

   Smile a lot, but don't overdo it. Make sure it's genuine. If you can laugh a little, it helps (unless you have a Fran Drescher laugh).
   
   

4. Innocent Angel

   When speaking, tilt your chin downwards and let your eyes look up into his (don't stare, but don't lose eye contact, either). Also, don't speak too much and stick to simple questions, unless you two for sure have a common "niche" interest.
   
   

Play

1. Who's In Control?

   Let him think he's choosing the spot/time for the date. Do pop in "suggestions." Stay in control, while letting him think that he is.
   
   

2. Watch Your Surroundings

   Never, ever, date a guy from the same neighborhood/workplace/school. Make sure the men you are dating will not have a high chance of running into each other, especially when you're with one.
   
   

3. Miss Coy

   Tease him, but rarely give into what he wants, and never on the first date. (Includes kissing, sex, and anything else you don't really want to do. If he doesn't call you back after this date, he's either a pervert or a player himself.)
   
   

4. One And Only

   Tell him one "secret" or something unique about you that not everybody knows. It shouldn't be something anyone can blackmail you with, though. This makes him feel like he's your special one.
   
   

Precautions

1. Falling In Love

   So, you're starting to get butterflies in your stomach? Stop right there! You could be falling, and hard, for this guy. The best way to avoid this is to not conjure up any thoughts of a long-term relationship with the men you are playing. Do not invest an exuberant amount of time meeting their friends and trying to get to know their family.
   
   

2. Playing A Player

   There is just something about him. What is it? He almost reminds you, of, well, you. Could he be a player, too? You have two options, both of which will easily affect your pride. One: You can continue to play him, just for the satisfaction of out-doing him. You really should be an expert, and know it, to try something like this. If you don't, you will greatly hurt your self-esteem and maybe even your heart.
   
   
   

3. Getting Caught

   You think you're slick, now that you know the basics, right? Well, there's still always the risk of being caught. To Adam, who spots you with the other guy, you simply tell him that the man you are with is a co-worker/business associate/classmate. Once Adam leaves, explain to David that Adam is a jealous ex-boyfriend, with whom you prefer to avoid further complications with.
   
   

4. Playing It Safe

   Keeping yourself safe is the highest priority throughout the entire process. I wish I could tell you that all men can be used as doormats, and if they find out, won't mind or will leave quietly. The reality is, men have a big ego, bigger than even how much they imagine a part of their anatomy to be. Please try to avoid men who show any sign at all of emotional or mental imbalance. The last thing you need is a stalker.
   
   

My beautiful ladies: Please keep in mind that all of the above should never be used as a permanent lifestyle. If you are looking for a little fun, a way to mix things up, then do play a little. However, the ultimate goal in mind should be to find a wonderful, caring life partner, with whom you can have a healthy reciprocal relationship.