I recently went to a local shopping precinct that has opened up here in Pleasanton, California. This new shopping venue is different in that it had many of the famous shopping names that you only find in top notch areas such as Beverly Hills or 5th Ave, New York. Designer labels such as Prada, Bang & Olufsen, Movado and many others. I got thinking and wondered what kind of people would purchase these high-end clothes, attire etc which may be ten times costlier than a typical high street shop. What kinds of people are these and how is self-image important to them.

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Naturally, these high end boutique shops must have an audience if they wanted to sell a $500 hand-bag which they have plenty of. I believe a person makes a very personal statement if they choose a Versace pants over one found at Sears say. The first question that comes to mind, is whether these groups of people have to have a lot of disposable income in order to purchase these high end products. In my opinion, although it is safe to say that many high income bracket earners will have the purchasing power for these kind of products, there are will also be a group of people who will purchase these products by saving up or buying on credit. A typical case is when you purchase a car, and many buy on higher purchase and make payments monthly whereas others pay cash outright.

There is definitely a feel-good factor that makes people desire these high end fashion items and this tells us a story about this individual person. People have a craving to feel good and buying attractive goods that you can adorn or play with can boost one’s ‘happiness’ factor. There is no doubt many men will get an instant buzz when they acquire a brand new car and more so if it’s a car that they always wanted. Similarly, the female gender will gloat over clothing and shoes that dazzle themselves and their friends. Why do we make these choices and how does it affect our self-image?

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(1) Forget your Wallet
Nothing can be worse than someone declaring that they have left their wallet at home. This is really bad and applies to both men and women. If your ulterior motive is to get a free meal out of the date, then it speaks volumes about your true intentions. You could lose the trust and empathy of your dating partner and you may feel sorry especially if your date turns out to be a good catch.

(2) Talk about your past relationships
Now, why would anyone want to talk about their previous relationships when they are trying to forge a new one? The fact is that many men and women do so for one reason or another. It may be that they came out of a previous painful relationship or they have something to quip about over their previous boyfriends or girlfriends. Whatever it is, it should stay at home. You want to present yourself as a good candidate for the person you are dating and someone who has learnt from the past and is prepared to look to the future.

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(3) Be Arrogant
It is okay to demonstrate or show-off some of your skills, since it may stand out from the rest of crowd. However, keep it in a way where it allows your partner to make some comments and keep the conversation mutually orientated. There are some who have the tendency to talk about themselves without even pausing to take a break and let the other person talk. It is ok to ask questions to your dating partner, you don’t always have to be in a reactionary mode.

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(4) Get Drunk
If you are on your first date, it’s important that you are presenting yourself as a good candidate for a future relationship. If you get drunk on the first night, you will taint yourself with a very negative image. If you must drink, drink lightly so you are completely aware of your senses.

(5) Talk about Sex
Talking about sex too early can easily spark off the wrong signals. For men, it would mean that their interest around the woman only revolves around sex. For women, it can come out as a someone who sleeps around and has had many partners.

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The foundation of a true relationship is trust. Commitment in a relationship means not playing around for most people. Statistics show that every fifth adult in a relationship cheat on their current partner and shockingly the rate is higher in a married relationship where half of them admit to being unfaithful at some point in the relationship.

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Trying to understand the male and female psychology, it was found that men cheat for sex and only sex. Women on the other hand cheat for intimacy and both cheat for the thrill of the forbidden fruit. Work stress has taken a toll on both men and women. With communication devices being literally at hand, communicating one to one with a partner has become more difficult. This is one of the main reasons for cheating. No clear communication between the couple has been a major contributing factor to straying.

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Humans are wired to stray. Maintaining a monogamous relationship requires lot of effort. A healthy relationship requires time and effort which keeps the spark alive. The feeling of euphoria dwindles over a period of time and the partners start looking for romance outside of the relationship.

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Why Women Cheat to their Husband

We human beings are lousy at controlling our urges. It is easier to indulge and find solace in the act rather than curb or control it. It could be the sinking moral values or the thrill or sheer excitement of a ‘so called’ fulfillment of a physical or emotional need that men and women stray more often than not.

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Shattuck Down Low Lounge
2284 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA
(510) 455-4735 ‎ · shattuckdownlow.com

Where to find interesting date venues in Pleasanton - California - Part 4

Another venue worth visiting is Allegro in Emeryville.

Alllegro Balroom
5855 Christie Avenue Emeryville, CA 94608
(510) 655-2888
http://www.allegroballroom.net

If you go to Allegros on Sunday nights you will meet a huge crowd of dancers gathered around a big dance floor. This is a perfect opportunity to meet many singletons who are looking for the same things as you are. Go ahead and invite someone you like after a dance for a cup of coffee.

In addition to the restaurants and venues mentioned above, there is a hidden gem which US folks can really make the most of. This is the website called meetup.com. I encourage all of you singletons to join this site and look up venues close to your home. There are all types of clubs and events happening grouped into many different interests. For example, if you are in photography, there will be a group host who will organize events in that specific area of interest. The website allows group organizers to set up their club or activity and any person is free to join. You are sure to find some events that are up your interest field and once you go, you will be surprised by the number of people you meet including the single folks.

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Thai:
Shangrila Chinese Cuisine
6568 Village Parkway, Dublin, CA

(925) 828-0918 ‎ · shangrilachineseca.com
This little place has had good reviews all around and offers excellent tasting food. You and your date should try the green curry which is the locals favorite.

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French:
The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards
5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA
(925) 456-2450 ‎ · wentevineyards.com
For a touch of class visit this established French restaurant in nearby Livermore. The settings are considered gorgeous and the food sumptuous. Although a pretty penny on your pocket, if your date is worth it then this venue is sure to impress. Go during a nice summer day or a warm evening.

Although Pleasanton may not boast all the amenities or activities for an up and coming single person, the place is close to many other nearby towns and cities. With a short drive of 30 minutes or so, you will end up in Berkeley, Oakland and even San Francisco where you can enjoy all the sights, sounds and culinary experiences that you can ever wish for. Being an avid salsa dancer myself, I occasionally visit Down Low Lounge in Berkeley where they have some of the best musical bands playing there. Price can’t be beat, for $10 you get classes and a great band to boot. There is something about dancing to a band rather than just DJ music the music is very addictive.

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