Our friend W. Reagan from Every Joe gives us 5 Dating Resolutions for 2010. So you promise yourself to go to the gym, eat right, save money and all that good stuff but did you make any new years resolutions about dating. Well if you didn't here are 5 dating resolutions you can start with. Click on the next page and see how being more assertive, stop paying, stop texting, being selfish and learning something new will help you out in 2010.
Be More Assertive
Have the confidence in yourself to ask a woman out if you like her. There’s no reason to pussyfoot around to wait and see what develops. Put yourself out there. If you like someone, let them know. I don’t mean you have to be obnoxiously aggressive or pounce on every single woman you see. But don’t put yourself in the position that you end up pining for the “one that got away.” Stop Paying It’s certainly the gentlemanly thing to do to pay for the first few dates with the new woman in your life, and I don’t think that should change. But don’t get stuck being the only one contributing financially — in other words, learn how to spot the gold diggers and prima donnas. After the third or fourth date, if she hasn’t offered to pay and she is in the financial position to do so, your new lady might just be looking for a free ride. Particularly if you aren’t getting any action at this point, suggest splitting the check on your next date. If she balks at the idea, move on. After all, times are tough for all of us and men don’t need to be the ones always stuck with the bill.
Stop Texting
One thing that many guys are complaining about these days is the number of text messages that they get from women. It’s like texting was invented just to keep tabs on us. “What are you up to?”, “Where are you?”, “Who are you with?” A few months back, I decided to start telling women when I first meet them that I don’t text. It’s a white lie…I do text people, but not ALL.THE.TIME. A woman you barely know won’t dare pick up the phone and call you 20 times in one night, but she’ll definitely text that much. If you stop texting with women, you can enjoy a little peace when you are out with the boys.
Enjoy More “Me” Time
Sounds a little feminine to be talking about “me” time, but everyone needs it. Whether you are in a relationship or not, you need to take some time out, relax and pamper yourself. Whether that means getting a massage once a week, spending some quiet time reading a book every night, or going to the movies alone on the weekend, it’s up to you. Just take a little time away from the stresses of everyday life and slow down a bit.
Learn Something New
I’m not talking about Pilates or Japanese cooking. I mean in the bedroom. If missionary has become not just the norm but the only position you use, it’s time to mix things up. Get a book, read a website, or just start practicing. Put some variety in your game. You’ll find that you (and your partner) enjoy sex a lot more once you get out of your rut.
Pinstripe Magazine Staff
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