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5th September 2006

The BetterSex Erotic Fiction Contest

Write erotic fiction?
In our first Better Sex Erotic Fiction Contests we discovered just how much smoldering creativity there is out there. We may never be able to think of an elevator, restaurant or office in quite the same boring way ever again after reading our last Better Sex Fiction Contest stories.

Submit your story for a chance to win $2,000!
Could you use $2,000 right around Christmas? Then fire up that laptop, grab some Starbucks and email your story to Martin Smith, Director of E-Commerce (msmith@bettersex.com). Please be sure to say Better Sex Fiction Contest Entry in the subject line otherwise your story may get tossed out with the spam. Multiple story submissions are okay. Please submit stories in the body of your email or via an attached word document.

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4th September 2006

Secrets to Becoming the Alpha Male

Up until a few months ago, I always looked at “alpha males” in completely negative terms. I saw them as pretentious, obnoxious, cocky and arrogant. The only reason they got women, I thought, was because women are lame, dense, and go for pricks. The alpha males’ success has nothing to do with them, I said, and everything to do with nice girls, going for bad boys.But over the last few months, my attitude has changed. I’ve actually found that adopting an “alpha attitude” is crucial towards attracting women. In fact, the guys who do best with women aren’t necessarily jocks; they’re just the ones who are assertive, ambitious, confident and clever: in short, they are decidedly alpha.

What transformed my perception? Well, it was a best friend who taught me-man’s best friend, to be exact. My attitude changed as a result of none other than learning about dog training. Alpha-dog training, to be exact.

Here’s what I discovered: As dogs today are still pack animals, with the same instincts as “a pack of wolves,” it’s important for dog owners to behave like the “Alpha”, or leader, of the group. In the wild, dogs would follow a structure, and in the absence of a solid “alpha” leader, the “beta’s” and “omega’s” of the pack would rebel. So as a dog owner, if you don’t make it clear to the dog that YOU are the leader-by eating first, going through doorways first, etc.-it’s all over from there: these wolf-like creatures are going to do the complete opposite of what you tell them to, and even become aggressive and untame.

Sounds kind of like what happens if you let girls run all over you, doesn’t it?

However, if you are firm and consistent in asserting yourself as the Alpha of your dog’s “pack” (ie, the family household), he will respect you and do what he or she is told. You’ll avoid so many problems, just by taking the time to show a dog that YOU are the boss.

Because, much like women, dogs WANT someone who’s in control. They don’t wan’t to have take up the role of leader themselves. They’ll actually love you more when you walk around with pride and confidence.

There’s more we can apply to female attraction from alpha dog training. When a low-ranking dog rebels against the “top dog,” successful dog trainers do the same things alpha wolves do in the wild: they ignore the dog for a couple days, until it comes back apologetic and willing to do what it is told. If the dog acts well upon return, he is rewarded and given the socialization and attention he needs.

As you’ll learn below, you can use this same principles towards ladies you meet at a bar or club.

Of course, you can’t go overboard. A dog that obeys out of fear does not behave as well as a dog who behaves out of respect. In fact, it’s been found that being too assertive and physical with a dog will only lead to aggressive and reckless behaviors. So it pays to be firm, but not brutal. Just like with the ladies-you want to be confident and assertive, but not arrogant and mean.

Here are some more benefits to carrying “alpha attitude” around the ladies:

* By asserting yourself as the leader-someone to be respected, not feared-you gain people’s respect. As I said, females don’t want to have to adopt male leadership themselves; they just want to be around someone who’s not afraid to be a stand-up, assertive kind of man. But let me be clear: women don’t want an insecure guy who feels he has to act macho and sexist to get his buddies’ approval, like so many jocks, but a guy who naturally acts confident, and expects people to show him respect. That’s what you’re aiming for, and that’s what women who are worth your time want.

* Conversely, by being the “follower” instead of the “followed,” people, especially girls, will treat you as what you present: someone who’s not a leader, someone who’s NOT confident, tough, and full of power; in short, someone who’s not full of value. You get what you give, so it’s up to you to GIVE a lot!

* When a girl, particularly one you’ve just met at a bar or any social venue, treats you with disrespect, it’s up to you, as the “alpha male,” to ignore her. Shut her out, move on, and she’ll eventually come back to you the same way a dog would: with her tail between her legs, apologetic, and hungry for your respect. But don’t address her until you’re sure you have her respect, otherwise you’re allowing her to “move up the pack,” which, as with dogs, will only create future problems.

This actually goes to show why guys who ignore girls, get more than those who dote on them and act needy. It’s all evolutionary.

* Conversely, when a girl treats you well, gives you love, and yes, does as she’s told (though I’m not suggesting you guys bark out commands!), you must treat HER with respect. This especially applies to girlfriends, but also a girl you’ve only known or dated shortly: Show your thanks, show your appreciation, the same way an alpha leader would display love and affection upon a well-behaved canine.

* You can even apply the alpha dog training to dates. Since the alpha leader eats first, chooses what to eat, and eats the biggest portions, YOU must decide where to eat on a date (don’t let her choose the restaurant!), you mustn’t be afraid to eat first (although social conventions do dictate that we must wait for both our plates to be served!), and you should get the best bites. If you’re splitting a piece of cheesecake, for example, don’t be afraid to dig in and get the best portion! The girl will actually respect you for it, much more so than if you bashfully gave up the best piece to her. Again, retain your position as the “top dog.”

* Finally, you have to show that you’re an alpha not just one-on-one, but also in groups. An alpha wolf doesn’t gain his position by submitting to others in the pack; he asserts himself in front of others and makes it known that he’s the leader. That doesn’t mean you treat your buddies and strangers like crap; it just means you don’t let them push you around. In short, you must be what the guy I think has the whole “alpha attitude” down pat, Carlos Xuma, calls “being a stand-up guy.” That means standing up for yourself , AND standing up for your girl, by not taking crap from anyone. You don’t have to be a jock to let people know they can’t push you around.

Quite the contrary. Xuma knows that in order to be big, you’ve gotta THINK big, and he does this himself by adopting alpha characteristics. What are some great alpha characteristics? In his Secrets to Becoming the Alpha Man course, Xuma rattles off a number of them, including being:

- Clever/smart/cunning
- Ambitious
- Excited
- Honorable
- Dominant (not aggressive, but demonstrating superior social skills)
- Stable
- Fit (healthy lifestyle)
- Curious
- Balanced
- Natural

Doesn’t sound like you? No worries. With Xuma’s course you can learn how to NATURALLY become the leader. It all starts with attitude. Carlos teaches some fascinating, real-life subjects like:

Qualification: The Essence of Alpha Attitude
REAL Game Philosophy
Three Winning Attitudes to Impress Women
5 Things to Never Talk About with Women
The Keys to Dating Success
Motivating Yourself to Get More Girls
How Even Geeks Can Get ’10’s’ with Alpha Attitude
What Bad Boys Have That Nice Guys Don’t

I highly recommend trying Xuma out. You can start with his free mini-course and newsletter, and see how you like it. I personally find it fascinating and down-to-earth gritty.

In short, it pays to be alpha. The best part is, You don’t have to be a football player to do it. The lasting reward is feeling good about yourself, and getting the girls all the other alpha males get. What’s wrong with that?

James Brito regularly explores topics of attraction. Since 2000, he has helped thousands of men around build confidence and get the women they deserve. To get his free six-part audio mini-course, visit:

http://www.000relationships.com/towomen/

by James Brito

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4th September 2006

Sweep Her Off Her Feet - Cool Guys Guide to Romance

Most guys watch a cheesy movie, and cringe at the site of red flowers, or a guy proposing down on one knee. I’ll admit, I am one of them. But, in the mind and heart of a woman, this kind of action can melt her causing her to want you more than a box of chocolates.

Before we continue, realize that all women want to feel special. They want to feel like you acknowledge her as the one and only. And, if you really loved a woman, in your heart of hearts, you certainly DO feel this way. As guys though, we struggle to express this.

Men like to live in the heads, and women like to live in their hearts. Neither is “better” than the other, but this simple difference is the reason there is so much confusion and poor communication between the sexes.

So, if you want to win a woman’s heart guys, you’ll have to show her yours. Here are some ideas to help us get over the hump.

1) Avoid the Obvious: Trust me, if you give your lady flowers, she probably isn’t going to toss them in the trash. But, if you use your imagination and creativity a bit, you can come up with something a bit more personal. The old adage “it’s the thought that counts” really applies here. If you give her something that proves you understand her, and that you listen to her, you’ll score major points. So, think about who she is and what she likes. I had a friend whose girlfriend enjoyed live music, so he spent $20 and downloaded a live concert from her favorite band onto her iPod. She was totally thrilled, and felt appreciated because he had paid attention to her tastes in music.

2) Spend Less, not More: If your woman wants to see the price tag for your efforts, tell her to hit the pavement. Seriously. The days of guys wooing women with their dough is long gone. I always advise guys to spend less $, and force yourself to be creative and think outside of the box. Preparing a home-cooked meal is WAY better than taking her out to the nearest restaurant. A relative of mine recently compiled the many photos of he and his girlfriend together, and converted them into a calendar to hang in her apartment. These ideas cost little to NO money. Far more impressive, and romantic to pay attention, and not cash.

3) Open Up and Tell Her: So many of us in relationships forget how lucky we are to be connected so intimately with another person. How often do you simply reveal your true feelings? If you resist this, that’s fine - but do it anyway. You don’t have to grovel and weep. Nor do you have to be a wimp and sheepishly tell her how much you need her. What is needed is just a simple, elegant, gesture. For example, I recently phoned my girlfriend and simply said, “I wanted to call you, I was thinking of you and wondered how your day was”. You better believe I got a positive response, and it totally made her day.

The thing to remember here guys is that women want to feel special. They don’t need to see tons of cash from you to verify that you like them. In fact, simply telling her that is WAY more powerful. The way men can become better at communicating with women is by opening up, and speaking more directly about how we feel. This doesn’t mean turning into a freaked-out new-age “feelings” guy. She definitely doesn’t want that either. But mix this in some, and do so regularly, and she will feel more connected to you. You will see and feel the difference, making YOUR life better in the process.

Ultimately, us men have to be smart about ATTRACTION and how to cultivate a lifestyle which fuels our self-esteem, and NATURALLY attracts women to us…those secrets are fully explained in the Natural Attraction audio program - 7 days to mastery over your dating life.

Enjoy!

Stephen Nash

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3rd September 2006

Sex During Pregnancy

Content by BetterSex.com - the #1 Authority on Sex.

Tip # 1: Sex & Menstruation »

Tip # 2: Fertility
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Tip # 3: Sex During Pregnancy »

Tip # 4: Conception Without Penetration? »

Tip # 5: Sex Positions During Pregnancy »

Tip # 1: Sex & Menstruation

Depending on the lengths of the woman’s menstrual cycles and her periods, it is possible for a woman to get pregnant while having her period. It is rare, however. Ovulation occurs fourteen days before the next period begins. For woman with a 28-day cycle, ovulation would be around day 14. For some women it’s shorter (i.e., 24-day cycle means ovulation occurs on day 10). The egg only lives a day or two after ovulation, but sperm can still wait five days (or longer) for the egg to arrive. Therefore, if ovulation is on day 10, sex that occurred on day 5 might still lead to pregnancy. Some women will still be menstruating on day 5, or even day 7.

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Tip # 2: Fertility

There are several reasons why couples have trouble conceiving. Here are a few tips to improve your chances. The best time to have intercourse is on the day or evening before ovulation, so that sperm will already be waiting in the fallopian tube when the egg arrives. The woman should lie still for about ten minutes after intercourse to give the sperm that have entered the vagina enough time to proceed through the cervix. (If some seeps out after intercourse is not a problem; it only takes one sperm to penetrate an egg.) Also, try to have intercourse at least three times during the week the woman expects to ovulate. This raises the odds that sperm will be present in the fallopian tubes when ovulation occurs.

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Tip # 3: Sex During Pregnancy

Generally speaking, it is perfectly safe to engage in sex and sexual activity throughout a normal pregnancy. ���Normal��� is defined as a pregnancy that is not at risk for complications like miscarriage and/or pre-term labor. However, there are things you should not do at any point during your pregnancy. If you and your partner have oral sex, your partner should not blow air into your vagina. This can cause an air embolism, which is a blockage of a blood vessel by an air bubble. The result can be fatal to both the mother and child. Also, be sure to know the sexual history of the partner you are with. Now especially it is important to avoid contracting sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes, genital warts, Chlamydia or HIV. These diseases may not only infect you, but may also be transmitted to your baby.

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Tip # 4: Conception Without Penetration

Many couples use the rhythm method as a form of contraception. Basically, this involves the man pulling his penis out of the woman���s vagina just before he climaxes. Sometimes men and women refrain from intercourse and choose mutual masturbation as a sexual option while a woman is ovulating. It���s important to note two things: First, penetration is not required for a woman to become pregnant. Second, sperm can remain active for several days in the body. Therefore, if semen is transferred from outside the body to inside (by fingers or other means) while a woman is ovulating, it is certainly possible that she could become impregnated.

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Tip # 5: Sex Positions During Pregnancy

As your pregnancy progresses, you may find your favorite sex positions no longer feel comfortable to you. The Missionary position, for example, can become troublesome in later months. If pressure on your belly makes sex uncomfortable during pregnancy, try a few variations. The Spooning position is ideal because the woman is able to lie on her side as she receives her partner from behind. Some women prefer versions of the female superior position, either straddling her partner as he lies down or having him sit up and support her with his legs and arms. Congress of the Cow or Doggie Style positions may also appeal, but extra care should be given that the woman does not strain her back.

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3rd September 2006

Oral Sex - Where to Start

Content by BetterSex.com - the #1 Authority on Sex. Tip # 1: Fellatio »

Tip # 2: Fellatio: Where To Start »

Tip # 3: Spit or Swallow »

Tip # 4: Cunnilingus: Where To Start »

Tip # 1: Fellatio

Fellatio is the technical term for oral sex performed on a man. Its root is from the Latin verb meaning “to suck.” For many men, oral sex is a more intense experience than intercourse. This is due to the concentration of stimulation to the penis by mouth, tongue, and hands. Each man has different areas of concentrated sensitivity, so it’s important for a man to communicate what is pleasurable to him during oral sex. If he is not comfortable speaking out loud about his needs, he should gently guide his lover either with his hands or let her know when she’s doing the right thing by making some oral indication such as telling her he likes what she’s doing or sometimes even just a moan will send the message!

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Tip # 2: Fellatio: Where To Start

If a man is already aroused when you begin to perform fellatio, keep in mind that moving right to the sucking portion of the experience may be too much. Begin by kissing around the area. Massage his hips and thighs, even his belly. Running your fingers over his scrotum and up the shaft of his penis is a nice warm-up. You can begin to use your mouth, again, by kissing around the penis thereby building up arousal even more. There are a lot of nerve endings throughout the penis, with most of them concentrated at the tip. When you do take his penis into your mouth, keep this in mind. Don’t spend too much time stimulating the tip, rather lick along the length of the penis and return to the tip throughout the experience. As he gets closer to orgasm, more time can be spent on direct stimulation. Some men enjoy when their partners use their hand to duplicate the sucking motion of their mouth. Others prefer not to be stroked as well. Experiment to find out what your partner likes best.

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Tip # 3: Spit or Swallow

An uncomfortable question for a lot of women is what to do with a mouth full of semen after oral sex has ended. Some women have no problem swallowing the fluid. Some even enjoy the taste. Others are disgusted at the thought. There are a couple of options for discreet semen disposal. Women who don’t mind swallowing can simply collect the semen under their tongue, where there are no taste buds before swallowing. If she really doesn’t wish to swallow, she can always continue sucking during ejaculation and, if using her hand, let the semen serve as a final lubricant to enhance the final moments of release.

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Tip # 4: Cunnilingus: Where To Start

Begin by making sure the woman is comfortable, preferably reclining, perhaps with a pillow under her hips (this can assist you as well by giving you a better angle). Kiss and or gently lick around the outside of her vagina, up over her belly, and along her thighs. You can spread her labia — the “lips” of her vagina — with your tongue or fingers and tease around the clitoris. It’s not advisable to begin directly stimulating the clitoris as some women find this too intense. Once you’ve built up enough arousal, softly lick on and around her clitoris. Alternate movements of your tongue, paying close attention to how she reacts. This will allow you to learn which movements she likes more than others. You may also wish to incorporate penetration of the vagina with a finger or two. You can stimulate her G-Spot by curving your finger upward toward the front of her vagina while stimulating her clitoris with your tongue. Be creative with your cunnilingus technique and listen to your partner to discover what works for her.

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