Janet CollinsMission Etiquette: Relationshopping
December 1st 2006 03:50
It comes at birth, but today's adults struggle with relationships
The Face-Off- As the name suggests, this is a subtle allusion to North American hockey. To begin a healthy relationship with anyone, it is expected that you will lower your guard and win your future companion over with a warm smile and a polite conversation starter. In hockey, you lower your stick and wow them. It's the same principle. You make eye contact and you offer something no-one else can give - politeness, affection and genuine interest.
Skating - This one's simple. Useful at family functions and parties, Skating is all about getting to know the crowd . Like ice skating, you divide your attention between the puck and the opposition - i.e. the person you're speaking to and other party guests. But remember that in hockey, you can't deke and shoot simultaneously - it doesn't work. Likewise, you can't hold two intimate conversations. You will wind up on your rear end, having achieved very little.
Checking - Okay! This is the fun bit. You've met people and you've moved around the room - now you choose who you like best and get close. You don't win games by passing unless someone takes a shot. Likewise, you don't earn friends by making acquaintances. Be friendly, be warm - but don't get too close. Personal space is the key. Shift your gaze if need be - it's not a staring contest. Target the bored, approach cautiously and politely. eg. "Hey.. I met you earlier. How's your night going? Party's really taking off, hey?"
Shooting - You're in LOVE !! A line like "oh, shoot. I really have to be going. Here's my number if you want to catch up for ___ sometime" will do. Don't ask for their number - it's presumptious; albeit a little awkward if the recepient isn't willing. If they mention they've never been somewhere, offer to take them. It's polite, kind and sweet. If they're already attached, take a couple of steps back to Skating.
Remember to stay open, honest and smiling. Avoid tasteless jokes. That's it guys! if anyone has anything to add, go for it. Happy relationshopping !!
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Comment by Johanna
PCOS Mum
Comment by pegasus
Poker Addict
good post, buddy.
Talk to you later!
Comment by AnthonyB
Thanks for your post Johanna! It's great to have to new vistors to The Critic. I don't think anyone will follow my advice. My generation prefers casual sex, but oh well. Relationships 4 Life !!
Comment by Anonymous
Comment by KylieW
Celebrity Obsession
Good post. Love the hockey analogy. I'll throw in one of my own, an AFL analogy and say that one needs to be careful of the Tagger. The tagger is the irritating person's whose sole objective is to dog your every move and block all your plays.
That's why you need a wingman, someone who has your back!
That's me out of sports analogies now!
KylieW
Comment by AnthonyB
Until now, I hadn't realised that parties could be so tactical. It's a warzone out there.
Thanks, Kylie !