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What things will make him smile?

Bonus tip: Give him a free pass to go out and drink beer with his friends. 1) Touch his arm. ... 2) Send him a random text message in the middle of the day. ... 3) Ask him a question about something he knows a lot about. ... 4) Give him a very specific compliment.

What do guys do when they're attracted to you?
What do guys do when they're attracted to you?

30+ Signs He Is Secretly Attracted to You Sign #1: He's nervous around you. Sign #2: The physical contact is obvious. Sign #3: He stands closer to...

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How do I drive him crazy in a long-distance relationship?
How do I drive him crazy in a long-distance relationship?

13 Ways to Make Him Feel Special in a Long Distance Relationship Relive the pre-technology romance. Consider writing a surprise email. End of the...

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As someone who can barely calculate a tip, I don't have much to add to the conversation about our tanking economy. But I would like to share one little piece of wisdom I picked up from my favorite social economists: you can't buy me love. Corny but true. Don't believe me? Try one of my five patented Romance Enhancers—if you don't think they're more effective than a gift card I'll send you a full refund. Bonus tip: Give him a free pass to go out and drink beer with his friends. 1) Touch his arm. There are a lot of ways to subtly let a guy know you're into him, like maintaining eye contact, playing with your hair and smiling a lot. But the only one that sends shivers down my spine is when a girl touches my arm during conversation. It always surprises me and it's always great. 2) Send him a random text message in the middle of the day. OK, this might not be free depending on your cell phone plan, but it's still a great value. Nothing breaks the monotony of a long workday like a flirty note from someone special, and unless his job is super-intense he'll have plenty of time to daydream about you. 3) Ask him a question about something he knows a lot about. Newsflash: Guys like to show off for you. So if your dude could use an ego boost there's nothing like letting him feel like an expert. Ask him about fishing, the 1983 Chicago White Sox or the mating habits of the Guyanese woodfinch—whatever he's into. Just remember to nod a lot and look really interested. 4) Give him a very specific compliment. Telling a guy he's funny, handsome or smart is always appreciated, but the really meaningful compliments are the ones that reveal how well you know him. Something like "I love the way your face scrunches up when you're doing the crossword puzzle" or "You have the sexiest calves I've ever seen." __5) Send him the diary entry you wrote after your first date (or write one now). __One of the best things about having a girlfriend is reminiscing about what you thought about each other in the beginning of your relationship. Reliving all of the uncertainty and anxiety is strangely exhilarating. I can't think of a better anniversary present than a sanctioned peek into the diary of someone I care about.

Do you have a favorite no-cost (and PG!) way to make a guy happy? Has the economic crunch affected your love life?

Erin knows all about the power of touch. And here are five things guys don't give a damn about.

Do and don'ts friends with benefits?
Do and don'ts friends with benefits?

Don't expect anything relationship-like from your friend with benefits, and don't go out of your way to plan anything romantic, either. No fancy...

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What makes a man commit and fall in love?
What makes a man commit and fall in love?

“A man will commit when he feels a deep connection with a woman that he doesn't feel with anyone else; when he finds a lover who is also his best...

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What makes a toxic wife?

Some of the signs of a toxic person include: Toxic individuals constantly belittle their partner, for example, by making fun of them in front of others or dismissing their ideas, thoughts, and desires as stupid or silly. Another common trait frequently seen in toxic marriages is anger.

In a healthy marriage, partners are emotionally supportive, trustworthy, loyal, and loving. They enjoy each other’s company, are committed to raising a family (if they have one), and have admiration and respect for one another.

Sounds simple, right?

But in the real world, marriages are far more complicated. Maintaining a successful relationship requires immense effort. Once the rush of endorphins is over, the illusions quickly shatter and a partner’s imperfections become obvious. And while it’s perfectly normal to have waxing and waning intimacy, even disagreements, what’s not acceptable is a toxic marriage, which can play havoc with your health and happiness. Living with a toxic person should never be an option. The first step in fixing an unhealthy relationship is understanding what are the signs of a toxic marriage. And if fixing it doesn’t work, then you should learn how to get out of a toxic marriage.

What percentage of people who cheat stay together?
What percentage of people who cheat stay together?

Close to 25% of marriages stay together after an instance of cheating. And more men than women stay married when they are the cheating partner (61%...

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What starts with an F?
What starts with an F?

The F words for kids are face, farm, fast, far, fin, fix, flip, fold, fox, frog, fold, fur, fry, fad, etc.

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How do you tell if a girl is playing with your feelings?
How do you tell if a girl is playing with your feelings?

She is never the one to initiate plans or conversations and never really seems interested in talking to you or investing in the relationship. She...

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What makes a woman high value to a man?
What makes a woman high value to a man?

Many men love ladies who can take care of themselves without any help. Additionally, she is generally kind, confident, inspiring, bold, truthful,...

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