Dating Tip of the Week: Make yourself market ready

Submitted by Lisa Steadman on March 20, 2008 - 6:49 am

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According to my fellow relationship professional Evan Mark Katz, the beauty myth is not a myth. What does that mean for the savvy single? You’ve got to make yourself market ready! Now, before you tune me out, hear me out. I’m not saying you have to drastically alter your physical appearance in order to attract members of the opposite sex. All I’m saying is that you should make your existing appearance as pleasant as possible. And by that I mean when you leave your house, try to look your best. For women, put on a little lip gloss & mascara to run your Saturday errands. Instead of running said errands in sweats and a ratty T-shirt? Put on something cute and casual that makes you feel good about yourself. Gentlemen, when you leave the house, make sure there aren’t remnants of the last meal you ate on your face or clothes. Showering is a good thing! And if you’ve got a unibrow, book an appointment with Helga the hot waxer. Even if it’s winter, ladies should shave their legs. You just feel better about yourself when you’re smoothe, don’t you?

If there are physical changes you want to make, i.e. losing weight, getting LASIK eye surgery, revamping your wardrobe, take the necessary steps to achieve those goals. Don’t put off living your best life as your best self for some “later” date. This is your life — right here, right now. Live it up!

Other ways to make yourself market ready include:
– Getting a new haircut, color, style
– Updating your makeup/beauty regimen
– Practicing the art of smiling confidently at cute strangers
– Tackling a toleration or two in your life (organizing your unorganized office, cleaning your messy refrigerator, paying down debt, etc.)

Ultimately, making yourself market ready involves doing whatever it takes to make you feel your best. Good luck and happy dating!