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azuriteHaving seen Australia's "Thunder From Down Under" boys for a second (incredible) time at the Rrazz Room in the Hotel Nikko here in San Francisco the other night with my girlfriends, I have come away from the experience delighted, amused, and, as all experiences ought to be, thoughtful.
Why do women of all ages (and men, too!) come to events like these, groping, pawing, squealing and giggling over these hot "Australian exports?" What is it about these guys that makes them so sexy, so all-around appealing, enough to make so many different people go absolutely nuts for a few hours in one night--repeated many nights in a row, in many cities all around the world?
So here are my thoughts on that very subject, and what "regular" (because TFDU guys seem to be in a class of their own) guys and gals could stand to learn from male entertainers such as the TFDU blokes.
1. Take care.
It's not just Garnier's slogan, it's a way of life. These guys aren't all biceps and six-packs, but they are all undeniably sexy in their individual ways, because it's clear they care about their bodies. Undoubtedly they also have to eat well, take care of their skin, work out regularly, get enough sleep, and think positively. It's hard to be a sexy, smiling stud muffin when stress is causing breakouts, sleep apnea, dark circles, or what-have-you. If you take care of your body, it will show: in your radiant smile, your glowing skin, that twinkle in your eyes, the way you hold yourself, and in your very aura. And whether you swing for guys or girls, it will show to them, and appeal to them.
I don't know exactly what the TFDU guys do; I've heard they rehearse at gym, and I imagine they eat well enough, but I'm pretty sure that underneath that Axe deodorant (rawr!), extra-moisturizing cocoa butter softening body lotion, cologne, and various layers of Velcro-sealed clothing, there's a guy that loves himself enough to keep himself healthy however possible, because a healthy guy is a sexy guy.
2. Smile.
You'd be surprised what it can do. In the TFDU show I most recently saw with my gal pals, one hottie seemed to be wearing the same exact smile, all the time. It almost looked strained. I wondered if he was nervous or if that was his "schtick," his personality-type. Turns out he was the youngest member of the TFDU crew, and probably the newest member because of it. Ironically, his "type" is supposed to be the quietly contemplative/brooding type, but once he got into the act and settled in with all the squealing women of all ages, the smile seemed more natural, less forced. And whether it was supposed to be part of his "schtick" or not, it seemed genuine, and that made it more sexy.
Even if you don't feel like smiling, you never know when it can make a world of difference, for someone else or for yourself. Besides, it takes fewer muscles than frowning does, and studies have, if I'm not mistaken, shown that the very act of smiling increases your endorphins, even if you think there's nothing to smile about.
3. Be charming.
The guys have women (and again, probably men) flinging themselves at them all the time, everywhere. It's a fun live they live, and they've said as much, but it also means you'll put up with psychos, weirdos, and situations that are just plain unappetizing. But if you can be polite, sweet, and otherwise charming about it, you can make your antagonist feel a lot better, and yourself and your fellows as a result.
Benny was the emcee at the show I went to, and it was his job to more or less charm the panties off everyone present. The other guys danced and wiggled and shimmied and did their thing, but none of them really TALKED. None of them instigated any games, none of them helped girls overcome their shyness during the "Fake Your Best Orgasm" contest. But Benny did, and he did it without being pretentious, rude, impatient, or dickish. And of course, in the end, he ended up being more than an emcee: he was a damn hot TFDU himself, and lucky lady Betty (probably in her 70s, if I had to guess), got to paw him ALL over! And we all loved him because he was the heart of the evening, the glue that tied all the acts together.
My friends and I wondered if the emcee role was a "rookie" position, but upon further contemplation, I think not. While it takes a confident, sexy guy to be a dancer and "entertainer" of this sort in the first place, it takes a guy with no stage fright, a great sense of humor, and probably no small amount of charm to be an emcee. Probably it's a role that the TFDU guys have to audition for, because unlike the other blokes that get to strip, dance, strip, dance, etc., the emcee has to stay (mostly) clothed for the bulk of the show while keeping people entertained between acts, having fun, and helping them to make memories. Plus, he helps establish the TFDU name and brand image by being the first face that people see, the one who answers questions and encourages flirtiness and fun.
4. Be ambitious.
These guys didn't have dreams of being dancers. But an opportunity presented itself, and they went with it, and now these guys are known around the world! They get to travel, they get to meet tons of people, and they get to show off to those people, knowing that the audiences just want to squeal over their bodies!
There are probably drawbacks, but if they looked at as just a "stint job" or a "stepping stone" to something different, it would show in everything they do and how they act. First, they wouldn't be cohesive as a team, as a "Thunder" family. They wouldn't be completely committed or serious to their acts, ridiculous as they may get (I'm sure some of them wonder just WHY women go crazy over particular archetypes, like the Pirate or the Cowboy or whatever. Maybe they don't try to understand, they just dance and enjoy the fawning women).
And someday, these guys can look forward to solo acts, to being the "faces" of TFDU on their merchandise, and for being seen and remembered worldwide for being the epitome of what millions of women consider desirable and sexy. Maybe someday, these guys will move on to other things: acting, dancing, or whatever floats their boat. Everyone has different passions, but if they weren't at least a LITTLE passionate about making people happy, about having a good time and dancing (and of course, representing Australia while they're doing all that), they probably wouldn't be as successful as they are.
An ambitious man is a sexy man, period. If a guy wants something (or someone) and is willing to say so and go for it, even if it's difficult, even if it takes a long time, even if he has to embarrass himself horribly in the process, that effort WILL pay off. Guaranteed.
5. Be confident.
This one is pretty much a no-brainer, but the TFDU guys couldn't get out there and do what they do if they didn't love themselves first. This goes hand-in-hand with (1) and taking care of yourself, but while you do, foster a sense of confidence: I've done right by my body. I feel good, I look good, I am good! Not everyone may like my looks/style/dance moves/jokes, but someone out there will, and I will try my damnedest to make her (or him) happy!
Do this and again: it will show. If you act like a doormat, the world will treat you like a doormat, and nothing that you really, truly want will come your way. And even if it does, by chance, it won't stay. You need to act like you deserve what you have, and work your ass off to get it (and keep it).
6. Communicate.
TFDU shows wouldn't be as fun as they are if we were just watching men gyrate up on the stage to music. Instead, we get guys that tell jokes, that draw us into games, that run out into the audience and pull us onstage.
Whether you're more of a verbal communicator or a body language communicator, the important thing is to communicate. The sad truth is, men and women often have this problem with "mixed signals" and one party assuming the other "gets" something. Men often complain that women are so confusing, and women complain the same of men. Both parties make excuses that all members of the opposite sex are "just" a certain way, and it's a flaw in their genes, nothing can be done about it.
BULLSHIT. If we all just communicated in a way that we're sure everyone understands one another, we wouldn't have to deal with as much drama as we do. To that end, body language is awesome (counter-clockwise hip rolls FTW!), but for the most part, you've got to speak. And, if life's a show and we're all on the great stage, you've probably got to rehearse if you're worried about misinterpretation. So consider your words carefully. Look, Think, Do.
7. Be understanding.
Everyone has high points in their life and low ones. We can't always predict when one will happen or not, so if it's at all possible to be understanding and sensitive, do so! Sometimes this just means nodding sympathetically, other times it means hugging. And sometimes it means "if you can make her laugh, do it!"
The TFDU guys see women at their best and at their worst, and they have to treat them all the same: audience members looking to have a good time. Understanding this simple truth lets them turn frowns upside down and capture the attentions of everyone, even though their shows tend to be so packed, there's really no way that every single woman can get a mitt on one stud or another. You can't really walk out of a TFDU show upset, and I think that's really their endgame.
Admitting what you know AND what you don't know is the first step in being more understanding of others, and it'll get you a long way in forming a relationship. Of course, it's not the kind of thing you want to say all the time ("I don't know"/"I don't understand"), but if you make the effort to listen, learn, and apply what you learn, then you'll be able to perform better next time.
8. Have a sense of humor.
I know, some of you reading this are like "What, Mer?! Do you even know what you're talking about?" Like so many things in this world, a sense of humor is a personal thing, and not everyone will understand the humor of another. Humors are as varied as personalities, which means one person's dark, dry, and witty humor may clash with another's raunchy, fun-loving sense of humor.
If you apply (7) and are understanding of that fact, you might just open yourself up to new experiences: new things will be funny, whether they were previously just confusing or maybe "srs bzns!" People will have a better time hanging around you, talking to you, and will want to keep doing so.
What's even cooler is if you make the effort (again, that word! Involving trial and error, learning and making mistakes, getting off your lazy ass and DOING something in the great wide world!), you'll change someone's perspective. You'll rub off on someone, give them a taste of something new and different, teach them something. Your sense of humor will complement theirs, and vice-versa. As the Borg say "Your distinctiveness will be added to our own."
The TFDU guys all have their own unique styles, as do the emcees. And sometimes they'll run into audience members who don't find their acts all that funny, interesting, or appealing. So they learn something from that experience, find a way to turn the situation around, and discover what DOES work. With enough trial and error in the humor department, eventually you'll find something that hits all the right "common denominators" to make most large crowds very happy.
9. Adapt.
Since I mentioned the Borg, it's worth saying that the baddest enemies in all of Star Trek history lived by the rule of adaptation. No two encounters should ever be the same, and this is true of the TFDU blokes, too.
I went to their show in Vegas with my cousin Shaina and her friends for Shaina's bachelorette party, and it was a different show from the one I saw in San Francisco with my girlfriends. The guys had to adapt: the Rrazz Room was a very different venue from their theatre at the Hotel Excalibur on the Vegas Strip, and the audience is very different, too. They adapted. They also adapted over time, recognizing changing trends in music, dress, and what appeals to women. If they just did the same thing all the time, every night at every show anywhere, it wouldn't be so mega-popular. Eventually, one woman would tell another "Here's what happens at the show," and the other woman would go "Oh," and perhaps not be interested enough to see it. That would suck (for everyone: the guys would miss out on a new audience member, and the lady would miss out on an awesome show). But because the show is always changing, it's always a surprise--a surprise with stripped-off clothing and firm bodies well-lit by downlights, but STILL, a surprise in how it's done!
Nothing ever stays the same, not even the most steadfast rock. The elements chip away at it, change it, and carry it away on the winds. So, too, should you be: stay true to your values and beliefs, but be open-minded and flexible, capable of change when necessary. When situations don't go your way, learn from your mistakes and keep heading for your goal. Be a quick thinker and light on your feet, and not only will you be sexy, you'll be successful, too!
10. Be you.
It's a bit hard to talk about ambition, confidence, a willingness to learn, smile, and charm people who'd otherwise piss you off, if you're not being true to yourself. That, above all else, is important. Each of the TFDU guys is "themselves," and whatever personality they convey through their dancing, role-playing, games, and whatnot is, barring any great actors among the TFDU blokes, who they really are at heart (we hope). They come across as genuine, fun-loving guys, and again, that just adds to their sexiness!
If you're lying about who you are, what you enjoy in life and what you dislike, then just like a sense of ambition or confidence, it will show. And it won't be pretty, either; most people don't like dealing with someone they feel like they can't trust, that they can't "know" on at least some level. It doesn't always have to involve baring anything (be it your chest or your soul), but it should mean that you can at least be honest with yourself and one other person, be it your best friend, a sibling or parent, or a significant other. And then start expanding that tree, one person at a time, because those that you surround yourself with should accept you for WHO you are, WHAT you do, WHEN you do it, WHEREVER you do it, and WHY you do it. People who can't meet that simple standard should be trimmed like the branches off an unruly tree.
You need a stable, supportive network of friends and family that you feel like you can be "you" around, because when you're you, you're strong, and all the other stuff about ambition, confidence, smiling, and being charming will come naturally. You'll feel good about what you do because you're being true to yourself, and then even better karma will come your way, because in the end, it really is about what you've accomplished, who you've helped simply by making them happy (no matter how you did it), and of course, how awesome you feel about yourself. And you should feel awesome. Because you're you, and no one else.
And a few fun addenda, just because:
* Learn to dance. It will help you LOADS. Learning how to gyrate your hips is a much more valuable skill than getting your pecs (if you have 'em) or your butt cheeks to dance. It also helps with stamina (!), posture, and just generally having a good time with other people. (By the way, knowing how to DDR ≠ knowing how to dance. Just sayin'.)
* Don't be a copycat. As per (10) above: be yourself. There's no one sexier.
* Be honest. And that might sometimes mean saying to someone "I don't feel comfortable answering that question." But it's better than a half-truth, and certainly better than an outright lie! You don't think the women are insanely curious about the inner workings of TFDU? Have you SEEN how packed it is after a show, women thronging for autographs, questions, and extra thong-snapping, butt-rubbing, arm groping goodness? (If not, just trust me on this one: it's like that.)
These guys say what they need to say, do it with a smile, and then get to go home after what has assuredly been an exhausting night. But they can do so free of conscience, because even if some creepy person asked them something a bit too personal, being honest means they're not disappointing anyone, least of all themselves.
* Every once in a while, let yourself go. Go crazy. Think different. Try something new. You might find yourself pleasantly surprised (and on the ride of your life).
Why do women of all ages (and men, too!) come to events like these, groping, pawing, squealing and giggling over these hot "Australian exports?" What is it about these guys that makes them so sexy, so all-around appealing, enough to make so many different people go absolutely nuts for a few hours in one night--repeated many nights in a row, in many cities all around the world?
So here are my thoughts on that very subject, and what "regular" (because TFDU guys seem to be in a class of their own) guys and gals could stand to learn from male entertainers such as the TFDU blokes.
1. Take care.
It's not just Garnier's slogan, it's a way of life. These guys aren't all biceps and six-packs, but they are all undeniably sexy in their individual ways, because it's clear they care about their bodies. Undoubtedly they also have to eat well, take care of their skin, work out regularly, get enough sleep, and think positively. It's hard to be a sexy, smiling stud muffin when stress is causing breakouts, sleep apnea, dark circles, or what-have-you. If you take care of your body, it will show: in your radiant smile, your glowing skin, that twinkle in your eyes, the way you hold yourself, and in your very aura. And whether you swing for guys or girls, it will show to them, and appeal to them.
I don't know exactly what the TFDU guys do; I've heard they rehearse at gym, and I imagine they eat well enough, but I'm pretty sure that underneath that Axe deodorant (rawr!), extra-moisturizing cocoa butter softening body lotion, cologne, and various layers of Velcro-sealed clothing, there's a guy that loves himself enough to keep himself healthy however possible, because a healthy guy is a sexy guy.
2. Smile.
You'd be surprised what it can do. In the TFDU show I most recently saw with my gal pals, one hottie seemed to be wearing the same exact smile, all the time. It almost looked strained. I wondered if he was nervous or if that was his "schtick," his personality-type. Turns out he was the youngest member of the TFDU crew, and probably the newest member because of it. Ironically, his "type" is supposed to be the quietly contemplative/brooding type, but once he got into the act and settled in with all the squealing women of all ages, the smile seemed more natural, less forced. And whether it was supposed to be part of his "schtick" or not, it seemed genuine, and that made it more sexy.
Even if you don't feel like smiling, you never know when it can make a world of difference, for someone else or for yourself. Besides, it takes fewer muscles than frowning does, and studies have, if I'm not mistaken, shown that the very act of smiling increases your endorphins, even if you think there's nothing to smile about.
3. Be charming.
The guys have women (and again, probably men) flinging themselves at them all the time, everywhere. It's a fun live they live, and they've said as much, but it also means you'll put up with psychos, weirdos, and situations that are just plain unappetizing. But if you can be polite, sweet, and otherwise charming about it, you can make your antagonist feel a lot better, and yourself and your fellows as a result.
Benny was the emcee at the show I went to, and it was his job to more or less charm the panties off everyone present. The other guys danced and wiggled and shimmied and did their thing, but none of them really TALKED. None of them instigated any games, none of them helped girls overcome their shyness during the "Fake Your Best Orgasm" contest. But Benny did, and he did it without being pretentious, rude, impatient, or dickish. And of course, in the end, he ended up being more than an emcee: he was a damn hot TFDU himself, and lucky lady Betty (probably in her 70s, if I had to guess), got to paw him ALL over! And we all loved him because he was the heart of the evening, the glue that tied all the acts together.
My friends and I wondered if the emcee role was a "rookie" position, but upon further contemplation, I think not. While it takes a confident, sexy guy to be a dancer and "entertainer" of this sort in the first place, it takes a guy with no stage fright, a great sense of humor, and probably no small amount of charm to be an emcee. Probably it's a role that the TFDU guys have to audition for, because unlike the other blokes that get to strip, dance, strip, dance, etc., the emcee has to stay (mostly) clothed for the bulk of the show while keeping people entertained between acts, having fun, and helping them to make memories. Plus, he helps establish the TFDU name and brand image by being the first face that people see, the one who answers questions and encourages flirtiness and fun.
4. Be ambitious.
These guys didn't have dreams of being dancers. But an opportunity presented itself, and they went with it, and now these guys are known around the world! They get to travel, they get to meet tons of people, and they get to show off to those people, knowing that the audiences just want to squeal over their bodies!
There are probably drawbacks, but if they looked at as just a "stint job" or a "stepping stone" to something different, it would show in everything they do and how they act. First, they wouldn't be cohesive as a team, as a "Thunder" family. They wouldn't be completely committed or serious to their acts, ridiculous as they may get (I'm sure some of them wonder just WHY women go crazy over particular archetypes, like the Pirate or the Cowboy or whatever. Maybe they don't try to understand, they just dance and enjoy the fawning women).
And someday, these guys can look forward to solo acts, to being the "faces" of TFDU on their merchandise, and for being seen and remembered worldwide for being the epitome of what millions of women consider desirable and sexy. Maybe someday, these guys will move on to other things: acting, dancing, or whatever floats their boat. Everyone has different passions, but if they weren't at least a LITTLE passionate about making people happy, about having a good time and dancing (and of course, representing Australia while they're doing all that), they probably wouldn't be as successful as they are.
An ambitious man is a sexy man, period. If a guy wants something (or someone) and is willing to say so and go for it, even if it's difficult, even if it takes a long time, even if he has to embarrass himself horribly in the process, that effort WILL pay off. Guaranteed.
5. Be confident.
This one is pretty much a no-brainer, but the TFDU guys couldn't get out there and do what they do if they didn't love themselves first. This goes hand-in-hand with (1) and taking care of yourself, but while you do, foster a sense of confidence: I've done right by my body. I feel good, I look good, I am good! Not everyone may like my looks/style/dance moves/jokes, but someone out there will, and I will try my damnedest to make her (or him) happy!
Do this and again: it will show. If you act like a doormat, the world will treat you like a doormat, and nothing that you really, truly want will come your way. And even if it does, by chance, it won't stay. You need to act like you deserve what you have, and work your ass off to get it (and keep it).
6. Communicate.
TFDU shows wouldn't be as fun as they are if we were just watching men gyrate up on the stage to music. Instead, we get guys that tell jokes, that draw us into games, that run out into the audience and pull us onstage.
Whether you're more of a verbal communicator or a body language communicator, the important thing is to communicate. The sad truth is, men and women often have this problem with "mixed signals" and one party assuming the other "gets" something. Men often complain that women are so confusing, and women complain the same of men. Both parties make excuses that all members of the opposite sex are "just" a certain way, and it's a flaw in their genes, nothing can be done about it.
BULLSHIT. If we all just communicated in a way that we're sure everyone understands one another, we wouldn't have to deal with as much drama as we do. To that end, body language is awesome (counter-clockwise hip rolls FTW!), but for the most part, you've got to speak. And, if life's a show and we're all on the great stage, you've probably got to rehearse if you're worried about misinterpretation. So consider your words carefully. Look, Think, Do.
7. Be understanding.
Everyone has high points in their life and low ones. We can't always predict when one will happen or not, so if it's at all possible to be understanding and sensitive, do so! Sometimes this just means nodding sympathetically, other times it means hugging. And sometimes it means "if you can make her laugh, do it!"
The TFDU guys see women at their best and at their worst, and they have to treat them all the same: audience members looking to have a good time. Understanding this simple truth lets them turn frowns upside down and capture the attentions of everyone, even though their shows tend to be so packed, there's really no way that every single woman can get a mitt on one stud or another. You can't really walk out of a TFDU show upset, and I think that's really their endgame.
Admitting what you know AND what you don't know is the first step in being more understanding of others, and it'll get you a long way in forming a relationship. Of course, it's not the kind of thing you want to say all the time ("I don't know"/"I don't understand"), but if you make the effort to listen, learn, and apply what you learn, then you'll be able to perform better next time.
8. Have a sense of humor.
I know, some of you reading this are like "What, Mer?! Do you even know what you're talking about?" Like so many things in this world, a sense of humor is a personal thing, and not everyone will understand the humor of another. Humors are as varied as personalities, which means one person's dark, dry, and witty humor may clash with another's raunchy, fun-loving sense of humor.
If you apply (7) and are understanding of that fact, you might just open yourself up to new experiences: new things will be funny, whether they were previously just confusing or maybe "srs bzns!" People will have a better time hanging around you, talking to you, and will want to keep doing so.
What's even cooler is if you make the effort (again, that word! Involving trial and error, learning and making mistakes, getting off your lazy ass and DOING something in the great wide world!), you'll change someone's perspective. You'll rub off on someone, give them a taste of something new and different, teach them something. Your sense of humor will complement theirs, and vice-versa. As the Borg say "Your distinctiveness will be added to our own."
The TFDU guys all have their own unique styles, as do the emcees. And sometimes they'll run into audience members who don't find their acts all that funny, interesting, or appealing. So they learn something from that experience, find a way to turn the situation around, and discover what DOES work. With enough trial and error in the humor department, eventually you'll find something that hits all the right "common denominators" to make most large crowds very happy.
9. Adapt.
Since I mentioned the Borg, it's worth saying that the baddest enemies in all of Star Trek history lived by the rule of adaptation. No two encounters should ever be the same, and this is true of the TFDU blokes, too.
I went to their show in Vegas with my cousin Shaina and her friends for Shaina's bachelorette party, and it was a different show from the one I saw in San Francisco with my girlfriends. The guys had to adapt: the Rrazz Room was a very different venue from their theatre at the Hotel Excalibur on the Vegas Strip, and the audience is very different, too. They adapted. They also adapted over time, recognizing changing trends in music, dress, and what appeals to women. If they just did the same thing all the time, every night at every show anywhere, it wouldn't be so mega-popular. Eventually, one woman would tell another "Here's what happens at the show," and the other woman would go "Oh," and perhaps not be interested enough to see it. That would suck (for everyone: the guys would miss out on a new audience member, and the lady would miss out on an awesome show). But because the show is always changing, it's always a surprise--a surprise with stripped-off clothing and firm bodies well-lit by downlights, but STILL, a surprise in how it's done!
Nothing ever stays the same, not even the most steadfast rock. The elements chip away at it, change it, and carry it away on the winds. So, too, should you be: stay true to your values and beliefs, but be open-minded and flexible, capable of change when necessary. When situations don't go your way, learn from your mistakes and keep heading for your goal. Be a quick thinker and light on your feet, and not only will you be sexy, you'll be successful, too!
10. Be you.
It's a bit hard to talk about ambition, confidence, a willingness to learn, smile, and charm people who'd otherwise piss you off, if you're not being true to yourself. That, above all else, is important. Each of the TFDU guys is "themselves," and whatever personality they convey through their dancing, role-playing, games, and whatnot is, barring any great actors among the TFDU blokes, who they really are at heart (we hope). They come across as genuine, fun-loving guys, and again, that just adds to their sexiness!
If you're lying about who you are, what you enjoy in life and what you dislike, then just like a sense of ambition or confidence, it will show. And it won't be pretty, either; most people don't like dealing with someone they feel like they can't trust, that they can't "know" on at least some level. It doesn't always have to involve baring anything (be it your chest or your soul), but it should mean that you can at least be honest with yourself and one other person, be it your best friend, a sibling or parent, or a significant other. And then start expanding that tree, one person at a time, because those that you surround yourself with should accept you for WHO you are, WHAT you do, WHEN you do it, WHEREVER you do it, and WHY you do it. People who can't meet that simple standard should be trimmed like the branches off an unruly tree.
You need a stable, supportive network of friends and family that you feel like you can be "you" around, because when you're you, you're strong, and all the other stuff about ambition, confidence, smiling, and being charming will come naturally. You'll feel good about what you do because you're being true to yourself, and then even better karma will come your way, because in the end, it really is about what you've accomplished, who you've helped simply by making them happy (no matter how you did it), and of course, how awesome you feel about yourself. And you should feel awesome. Because you're you, and no one else.
And a few fun addenda, just because:
* Learn to dance. It will help you LOADS. Learning how to gyrate your hips is a much more valuable skill than getting your pecs (if you have 'em) or your butt cheeks to dance. It also helps with stamina (!), posture, and just generally having a good time with other people. (By the way, knowing how to DDR ≠ knowing how to dance. Just sayin'.)
* Don't be a copycat. As per (10) above: be yourself. There's no one sexier.
* Be honest. And that might sometimes mean saying to someone "I don't feel comfortable answering that question." But it's better than a half-truth, and certainly better than an outright lie! You don't think the women are insanely curious about the inner workings of TFDU? Have you SEEN how packed it is after a show, women thronging for autographs, questions, and extra thong-snapping, butt-rubbing, arm groping goodness? (If not, just trust me on this one: it's like that.)
These guys say what they need to say, do it with a smile, and then get to go home after what has assuredly been an exhausting night. But they can do so free of conscience, because even if some creepy person asked them something a bit too personal, being honest means they're not disappointing anyone, least of all themselves.
* Every once in a while, let yourself go. Go crazy. Think different. Try something new. You might find yourself pleasantly surprised (and on the ride of your life).
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