How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days? No offense to the movie, but that’s
not exactly the advice most women are looking for. Master matchmaker and host of
the VH1 reality show Tough Love Steven Ward shares his best advice for
snagging the man of your dreams in days.

1. Stop Playing Hard to Get   A guy likes a girl who has got it going on, but if you want to find love in 10 days and you’re not around, it isn’t going to happen. Being unavailable seems rigid and high-maintenance. If he throws out a time that doesn’t work for you, either say yes to the next option or propose a date of your own. If you won’t make time early on in the relationship, men take it to mean you definitely won’t make time later

2. Be Attentive    Conversation is like kissing. It’s a two-way street, and those roads are meant to be shared. Be sure to ask questions, answer questions thoughtfully and engage in conversation. Make eye contact, and please, please, please put your cell phone away. If you must make or take a call, excuse yourself as courteously as possible and don’t be away for more than five minutes — or you’ll raise suspicion and doubts. Think about it this way: How would you feel if he left you alone to chat to his friend about how the date was going?

 

3. Try Something New   It’s usually the man’s responsibility to make the date fun, and that puts a lot of pressure on us. So even if you don’t usually like the activity we’ve picked out, go along for the ride with an open mind and positive attitude. Example: He suggests a Red Sox game and you hate baseball. Instead of whining about it, have him buy you some beer and Cracker Jacks and ask him questions about the game. You never know — you might find a new hobby!

 

4. Let Your Guard Down   Past relationships and bad blind dates may have made you jaded, but don’t assume this guy “is just like all the rest.” And not that you would, but under no circumstances should you bring up your guy woes around the new object of your affection. Apologies for the cheesy analogy, but if the baggage doesn’t fit in the overhead compartment (or under the seat in front of you), it’s not going to be an easy trip.

 

4. Let Your Guard Down   Past relationships and bad blind dates may have made you jaded, but don’t assume this guy “is just like all the rest.” And not that you would, but under no circumstances should you bring up your guy woes around the new object of your affection. Apologies for the cheesy analogy, but if the baggage doesn’t fit in the overhead compartment (or under the seat in front of you), it’s not going to be an easy trip.