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'Tis the season to be jolly, filled with mistletoe and holly! And mistletoe means kissing, or so tradition holds. So what do you do when your year long crush heads over to you with a branch of mistletoe in hand? Or even worse, how do you handle it when the person who has been crushing on you all year long rushes over with the mystical branch in tow? Don't fret. Relax! Kissing seems to be a regular part of the winter holidays and many otherwise shy people use the old mistletoe tradition to get smooches from their crushes without putting their feelings out on the line. With this in mind, how should you handle the old mistletoe approach? Rather than running away in panic, when you find yourself under the mistletoe, quickly examine the situation and then use the tips outlined below.
Kissing someone you don't really like:
Be polite. Smile. Turn your face and offer them your cheek. Hold stead fast to this gesture and if they move to get your lips, well, turn the other cheek. You are never under any obligation to let somebody kiss you on the lips, but a polite social peck on the cheek never hurt anyone. Rather than look like a scrooge when a person you don't ever want to lock lips with traps you under the mistletoe, offer them your cheek and follow up with a simple peck on theirs. No arms around each other, no hand holding, no extra touching whatsoever, only a peck and a smile. Then say something nice, smile and walk away (quickly). They'll get the message that you aren't interested while still maintaining their dignity (a nice holiday gesture, don't you think?).
Super Savvy Tip:
As you leave turn on the charm and say, "Can I borrow that mistletoe?". Then, when this person is out of sight, use the mistletoe on the person you really want to be kissing.
Kissing someone you like as a friend:
This one depends on how good a friend we are talking about. Is it just another member of your group? A quick peck on the cheek or lips will do fine. Is it a good bud? You might want to linger for an instant longer. All kisses to friends should be closed mouth kisses - you don't want anybody getting the wrong idea. No need to put your arms around each other, but if you are good friends there is also no harm in this. For a funny little variation on the friendly kiss, grab a buddy by the head and shower them with little kisses all over the face, like you would a baby. Sweet!
Super Savvy Tip:
After the kiss is over, throw in a quick hug and add, "I am so glad you're my friend!", just so there is no room for confusion or gossip.
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