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Have a Great Companionship
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010How to be the best boyfriend or girlfriend:
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Dating is a tough thing to get right. Truly, it is. Think about it; you are trying to find that ideal match for you. You know that you will stumble and fall a few times. You will get your heart broken time and time again, but why? Here, at Nouveau Dating, we are going to give you a bit of help. There are 35 questions that will help you. They are designed to see if you are truly ready for your Romeo or Juliet to come into your life. Perhaps they have come in, but you weren’t ready for their love. Take the time to read through the 35 questions laid out for you in Becoming a Quality Date. This course is a must have to discover a great path for your journey for love.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the questions I have written up. I would give you all of them, but that would defeat the purchase of getting the course, from me.
How often do you smile? Simple question, yet effective. A natural smile is a very important characteristic of a quality date. If your smile is straight or crooked, just smile. You never know who falls for you based on your smile.
Do you have a positive attitude? A positive attitude in the dating world is everything. Remember that everything is a choice. It is your choice to see success in everything, even the failures life has thrown your way.
Do you have style? Style is basically your outside showing your insides. The world can see the glimpses of your soul based on your stylistic choices.
Do you have a loving and loyal social circle? You should at least 5-8 people in your life that are super close with you. These people are those who are on the speed dial of your cell phone. They help you along all the little bumps in the road. They can be friends, family, or a combo of both.
Do you have people skills? In dating, first impressions are uber important. They can showcase your communication skills; fast composure; ease with yourself. When you are able to take things in stride, it shows your people skills are effective and you are a fun person to be around.
Do you happen to think that the glass is half empty? None of us knows what the future will truly hold. All we can do is be positive, optimistic, and caring. If you can showcase these human characteristics, then you should fall under the quality date category of life.
Do you worry about your age? Each human ages, so age with confidence. Take it all in your stride and worry not that you’re getting older. Like a fine wine, some things get only better with age!
Do you keep your promises? Most people won’t be judgmental towards your words, but your actions are a whole different animal. You will, without a shadow of a doubt, fail in dating if you don’t keep your promises. Example of this: If you tell your date that you will call them on Thursday, then do that. If Friday rolls around, and you haven’t called your date, they won’t be too happy with this. A broken promise had just occurred.
After some of these questions, hopefully you are thinking about what other types of question I have come up with. The questions should be used a guide to see where you might fall in the range of people trying to date. The goal isn’t to tell you that you are a bad person, if you don’t have 100% of the answers to the question. The goal is to find a parameter for you to work with, while diving into the pool called Dating.
For more information, please purchase the course called Becoming a Quality Date. This course can be found here on our site!
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How to prepare for love and compatability:
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010You may have heard before that love is not something you can prepare for and that it always comes when you least expect it. There is some truth to that. Love is not something you can look for and find just because you will it, it comes whether you want it to or not whenever life decides to put it in your life. But when all of a sudden you do start feeling the love bug coming your way it wouldn’t hurt to know a few things you can expect. And there are a few things you can do to improve your odds of letting love, or your future mate, find you. Here are a few of those things, just briefly as I’m sure they won’t be hard to understand, and I’m sure you will have heard some before.
*First off make sure you know what you’re looking for. This way when you start to get excited, you don’t waste time chasing something that isn’t there. Also if you know what you’re looking for, you can learn what questions to ask on a date, how to talk about yourself and what kind of reactions or responses you would prefer to see.
*Consider your image. If you’re happy with it, then perfect. But if you have been unsatisfied with the way you look for a while now, it’s time to change. The fact is that it doesn’t really matter what you look like, but making yourself feel better about how you look does matter. We could be talking about the color of your hair, your weight or your clothing wardrobe. It’s all under your control, and the important thing is that it represents who you are.
*Cultivate your passions. Here there are two things I mean. First, if you have a hobby that you’ve never spent enough time on, now’s the time to get to it as a way to invest in your own happiness. While you do so, you may also be meeting new people, and becoming more of a positive person with the right attitude. All of which are magnets for love. Second, cultivate an empathetic passion for something higher than yourself. If you start caring about something whether it’s the planet, the orphans, or animals, you will find your life more meaningful and fulfilling. Other people will also start seeing you as a more caring person capable of loving someone other than yourself.
*Don’t be afraid of rejection. You will increase your chances of finding love if you continually take some risks. Next time that stranger comes your way and asks you out ignore the doubt inside you and take a chance by agreeing to go on a date. You really have to realize that you have nothing to lose. If it doesn’t work out, at least you can say you went out on a date, at least you have more experiences to learn from. As long as you’re secure in who you are, there really is nothing that can change from having a couple of hours with a person who wasn’t your future mate.
And like always don’t miss out on dating even when it doesn’t feel perfect. If you give people a chance sometimes they could surprise you. Have fun.
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What a man wants from a girlfriend in a relationship
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
How many of you single women find men to be a complete mystery? You’re not alone! Some people seem to be so in tune to what other people want and need regardless of how different they are, but for the rest of us, it’s not that easy. But if it were easy to figure out what men want then it would improve our dating skills so much more, right? And even relationships would be easier.
Well fortunately men have opened up and revealed some secrets. First of all, if you want to follow the stereotypes and believe that all men want is a nice body, then that’s fine, but you will have trouble finding a lasting relationship that way. When men really consider what they want in a women who they want to be with for a long time, things get more complex, and what we find is that men really aren’t as shallow as we make them out to be.
So here are a few tips about what men want to see in you to commit for the long haul:
· Give him some room. You’ll have to pay attention to this from the beginning to determine just how much space your man wants, because it varies. But if your cool with him wanting to hang out with his buddies instead of you every once in a while, you’ll become a goddess to him, and it’ll show your trust in him.
· Give him full support. Men may be tough, but when they’re alone with you they want to be taken care of and emotional support becomes important to them. Be supportive of what he wants in life, and encourage him to do things that make him happy.
· Learn each role. Men are sometimes competitive about their women, and for him to be able to win, one thing to keep in mind is to know how to dress, and behave in different roles. These may be that of mother, hostess, or the sexy woman hanging on his arm at that party.
· He wants romance. Believe it or not, men do care about having some romance in their lives. But pay attention, romance for him may be a little different than it would be for you. Romance for a man might be realized through appreciation of what he does for you, and in treating him equally good.
So remember, it may take some time to figure out just what you need to give your man, but it’s not a complete mystery. Just stay in tune to him, and don’t lose that positive attitude while you do it. Here’s another secret, men are attracted to women who are positive!
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Making a Road Map for Your Dating Life:
Thursday, February 18th, 2010Do you ever make out to-do lists? Are they on little yellow sticky notes, which litter your desk at work, or your bedroom mirror? Do you have a to-do list for your dating life? Have you taken the time to create a dating to-do list? No; well, don’t worry, because here at Nouveau Dating, we are going to assist you in the simple process. There aren’t too many steps; just a lot of soul searching that will need to be done.
Location. Location. Location. Find out where to find your perfect match: www.nouveaudating.com/action-plan.
First, and foremost, you must grab some pieces of spare paper to start writing down all of the qualities your ideal match should have. Does your ideal match have to be a great cook? Or are they good with gardening? Is their favorite TV drama the same as yours? The little quirks that make a relationship strong and stable go beyond the materialistic notions that most of us think of right off the bat. By really examining what type of person you want, you will notice these qualities in the person you are dating. If you are currently dating someone, but the relationship has hit a plateau, but you don’t know why; refer to your dating to-do list. Do they meet your desired qualities? Try to cover every little detail you can think of, so you are absolutely sure of what you want out of a partner.
Second, do that list on yourself now. I know it sounds utterly silly, and slightly on the narcissistic side, but I ensure you it is immensely important. Making creating a list of your qualities, both the good and the bad, you can see what others’ see in you. In order to find your ideal match, you have to open to yourself. Think of it as a workshop to see what your ideal match might think of you. I recommend you do this after your ideal person to-do list, but it might be really eye-opening if you do yourself first.
Third step is a to-do list of places to meet your ideal match. Is it in the park, while walking the dog? Is it the health club? Dancing on the dance floor of the local country bar? Hiking up a mountain? Spending time with your friends at your favorite pub? There are thousands of places to meet people, but where is your ideal person? By selecting a board range of places to go to, you will open the doors to new possibilities. Those experiences might be good or bad, but they are necessary for your growth. No matter how small that role may be, every single person will leave a mark. We would be fools not to treat each experience as a learning curve in a continuous quest for self-improvement.
After you have created your three to-do lists for your dating life, let’s now talk about the steps you might want to take in order to make your lists worthwhile. There are under ten, so it could be a small bullet list for the to-do lists, if you like. They go as follows:
1.) Know what you know—that first list will help you
2.) Concentrate on how much you want it—-that third list defines this
3.) Explore all options while finding a partner—a combination of all three lists
4.) Let your friends and network connections help—the third list
5.) Attend events which cater to singles—third list, again
6.) Find a wing person— this would be a reaction to your third list
7.) Conquer dating world with an open mind—third list connection
8.) Learn from your past dating mistakes—
perhaps some the qualities that aren’t on your ideal match to-do list
9.) Have fun with it (dating, that is) — that will help you in dating, in general
10.) Think positive—that will help you in dating, in general, again
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You have created your three lists of to-dos, and then followed some steps to make a successful attempt into the world of dating….but then what? Refining your action and mental state is a constant process that a successful dater will do. A few little things that will help you refine your action plan would be reward yourself; record your progress; know your weak points; create positive energy and enhance your Self-Belief; define your goals; stop wasting time. Keeping yourself motivated to find your ideal match, is the main purpose of refining your action plan. If a quality you have as a “must have” becomes a weakness in a person, then rethink that quality. All of this can be learned from my course The Action Plan: Make the Right Road Map for Success.
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Are You a Quality Date?
Monday, October 12th, 2009
Have you ever been on the receiving end of harsh date criticism? Or worse yet, have you been blown off by someone you really liked? Your friends all said, “He’s a loser!” You’re better without him.” That may be true and you could accept that if you wanted to. However, is it possible that you yourself have fallen short of being the “perfect date”? This is criticism you can choose to disregard or accept, depending how much desire you have to better yourself. Let’s discuss some of the most common reasons why women are “bad dates.”
1. Sheila doesn’t dress up or show up on time.
This may be a rarity in modern dating, but it’s still a possible romance killer. A woman that doesn’t bother to dress up may be a slight disappointment for her date. In addition, a woman that is very late for the agreed appointment can likewise be seen as inconsiderate.
2. Alice only talks about herself.
Men do like when the woman is funny, interesting and congenial in conversation. However, if she never listens and drones on about herself only, then the man may lose interest quickly.
3. Mandy brings other dates to dinner.
Not literally of course, but to the guys she meets, she might as well be bringing along her entire list of ex-boyfriends to the table because it’s all she ever talks about! Bringing your baggage from previous relationships to your first date is a very bad move.
4. Krystal likes to play games.
Krystal enjoys giving the cold shoulder and playing hard to get. Unfortunately, she plays herself right out of a good relationship with her distant and occasionally rude behavior.
5. Jennifer doesn’t know anything about how chemistry works.
Jennifer is kind enough on the first date, and she and her potential boyfriend seem to have fun. However, the more dates they go on, the less they have to talk about. Could it be that Jennifer is not giving him any encouraging signals to move the relationship forward?
6. Heather gets very nervous on a date.
Heather is naturally anxious when it comes to dating and tends to either clam up or put her foot in her mouth on multiple occasions. Sadly, her behavior can intimidate men and scare them away from calling back.
We all make mistakes and there’s no reason to be ashamed of such. However, when you refuse to consider where you may have went wrong during your couple of dates, you may be denying yourself a chance for improvement.
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Accelerating the Emotional Connection with Your Man
Monday, October 12th, 2009
So things have been going fairly well lately. You have met a nice guy and are allowing him into your personal space. You have shared deep conversations about love, goals and life and feel as if you have a lot on common. Yes, he does appear normal, sociable, intelligent and very attractive. He also seems interested in you. The direction you want to move now is forward, as in accelerating the emotional connection. If you remain stagnant or move backwards the relationship could eventually fizzle out.
Nothing stimulates emotion more than physical touch. Don’t be afraid to touch him in a polite way, but make sure it is subtle and very natural. It’s the type of touch that could seem accidental rather than a “move.” For example, if your man says something funny, you could lightly touch his arm as you laugh. A man definitely notices if a woman is touching him. This is a part of non-verbal communication. The woman feels safe with him and desires to be emotionally and physically closer to him than before.
Pay close attention to his reaction to increased intimacy levels. He might pull away or refuse to touch you in return, which is a sign that the emotional bond may not quite be strong yet. However, if he mimics the movement or returns a different sort of gesture, it could be a very positive sign. After light touching is exchanged the next step would be to increase the quality and quantity of playful touching.
Another important point to realize is that a man typically registers any and all touching as sexual. (Go figure!) Classier guys, as opposed to someone like Mick Jagger, will attempt to communicate his reciprocated sexual feelings in a civilized way. You may get a lot of different reactions here. He may not react at all, if he is unfamiliar with sexual tension, and is scared to death of moving either forward or backward.
Remember, if this happens you can always take the “verbal high road” and tell him what you’re trying to do. Being honest about these gestures doesn’t take away from the romance. It just shows a man you’re interested. At this stage in the relationships, that’s the most crucial factor. You’re not playing “hard to get”…you are calm, receptive and genuinely happy to be in his presence. You can learn more about relationships and flirting by looking for helpful guides online.
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5 Tips That Will Help You Get a Great Boyfriend
Monday, October 12th, 2009
We’re not saying it’s extremely hard to find a man, any man, any man that might be hanging out at the local bar. However, finding a good quality man can be a challenge in today’s society. You want to find a man that’s responsible, intelligent, mature and fun to be around. You want to find the best qualities of the sinner and the saint; someone who knows how to treat a lady, but also someone that knows how to tease, flirt and get that passion excited. How do you find Mr. Right in a world of countless Mr. Wrongs? Here are five tips to remember.
1. Start looking in places besides bars, hangouts and parties.
These places are where everyone is looking, and frankly, the most common playing fields don’t always have the best prospects for serious dating. Many women are finding good men online, at organized singles events, even in grocery stores.
2. Send out positive signals that bring men to you.
You don’t have to make a public scene, but you shouldn’t wait around until Mr. Right magically appears into your life. Use positive body language to send friendly signals over to nearby gentleman, silently encouraging them to come over and talk to you. Eye contact, smiling, and other subtle gestures can go a long way towards starting a friendship.
3. Be in close proximity to your handsome stranger.
Long before making eye contact, you have to make sure that the object of your affection can clearly see you. Hence, you may have to walk over to a location with a better view, a place where desirable men can see you apart from the crowd. (A bench, standing in the a hallway, anything that puts you in full view) Having a clear sight of you in his mind, he can start planning his next move.
4. Show movement and life.
This may sound like an odd suggestion, but instinctively speaking, hunters always seek out “prey” that are healthy looking, vibrant and full of movement. Make sure you are noticed by nearby men and that your movements are graceful, slow enough to be observed, feminine and sexy.
5. Listen and learn.
When it’s time for conversation, resist the urge to tell the potential Mr. Right your entire life’s story. Instead, consider this a time for expanding conversation. Listen to what he is saying (and encourage him to talk by asking deep questions about goals and relationships) and try and learn the essence of his character. Every thing a person says is relevant to who they are. Now is the perfect time for getting to know this handsome stranger!
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Analyze a Man’s Body Language to Learn Who He Is
Friday, October 9th, 2009
Wouldn’t it be great if there were a way to learn a man instantly, and to see what he’s thinking even without him saying it? Well, there is! It’s called body language. You can tell a lot from a man just in the short time it takes for him to approach you at a party. This blog will cover some basic information on the typical male entrance.
By now you probably already know what it takes to attract a man over to you. A smile, eye contact, a welcoming though subtle demeanor, and that gentle gaze down to the floor. Few men can resist a pretty face. However, when he finally approaches you then it’s time to seriously evaluate him. As the man walks towards you, you will find yourself analyzing his movements and either building up an attraction or feeling less of one. This is DNA-related, already built in; we bring in the hunter and then evaluate the prospects for a happy family. (Children and marriage may not be included, but it’s the instinct that counts!)
In other words, these are the crucial moments where we decide to either let the man pursue us, or run for our lives. When looking at a man’s face, body and posturing we tend to notice four qualities. First, his confidence. This is the alpha-male stance that instinctually drives us, whether we end up with the guy or not. Second, we consider his health and level of aliveness. It’s only natural to want a man that is in good health and seems mentally sound and alert to romantic possibilities. Third, we notice his masculinity and attractiveness, such as his choice of clothing, and his macho, sexy nature. Fourth, we look for social skills.
When we see that a man is comfortable and confident in all of these qualities, we determine whether he is mature. You might even say, we look to see if he demonstrates that sort of true-blue “alpha maleness” that separates the lovers from the friends. You can tell a lot about a man from the way he carries himself on that first impression.
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What Attracts a Man to a Woman?
Friday, October 9th, 2009
When a man loves a woman…we all know the song. However, do we really appreciate the role of instinct in the equation? What does attract a man to a woman? Isn’t the beautiful female form all it takes to attract a man’s attention? Not necessarily. Though many men look, not all of them touch—or even make an effort to start a conversation. Men are hunters, but they only seem to “hunt” when the time is right. Some speculate this could be related to science.
For example, the European Journal of Neuroscience released a study on 41 male volunteers who had their brains scanned. The study revealed that warmer or more sentimental men tend to have more brain tissue in the outer strip of the brain right above the eyes. These are the same zones that allow people to enjoy other “romantic” activities like sex and chocolate. You must also remember that men are visual creatures. Men are known to get hormonal surges whenever they see an image of an alive, vibrant and healthy woman. Therefore, it’s not a choice. Men will feel attracted to whatever visually captures them. A beautiful image will release these romantic chemicals in their brains.
Another interesting fact: did you know that women actually send sexual body language five times more than the average man? This doesn’t necessarily mean that women are more sexual than men; it simply means that women’s behavior is important for getting positive feedback and reaction from the male species.
Visual communication is important and it’s not solely related to the “good looks” or physical shape of a woman. Sometimes a little positive body language goes a long way, towards stealing a man’s attention and his heart. You can learn these body language techniques and drastically improve the quality of man you attract!
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