TOP 10 SWINGERS TIPS Talk to your partner. Open communication is vital to a healthy swinging lifestyle. We only recommend swinging to couples who are honest with each other and are open minded enough to discuss their deepest fantasies with each other. Listen to your partner. Communication before, during, and after are important. Use predetermined code words, or "looks" to communicate during any swinging activity. This way you can tell your partner what to do-or not do, without being shy or embarrassed to say something. Keep an open mind. Those who are open to new ideas are those that will have the most fun swinging. Don't be afraid to try new things. If you ever hear someone say they are "try-sexual", what they mean is that they will try anything at least once. Ask questions. Swingers love to meet people. They are the friendliest people you will ever meet. They will be glad to help you out with your questions and concerns. Everyone has the same basic concerns; jealousy, moral issues, fears, diseases, convincing a partner, etc. People who have experienced these situations can help you make the important decisions you need to make. Always be honest. Don't try to be someone that you are not. The only thing disheartening is meeting someone only to find out that they are not as they described themselves. If you place or answer ads, always talk on the phone a few times before you ever meet in person. Use the tub. You will find that many swingers have hot tubs. Next time you see a friend or relative with a hot tub...stop and wonder. If you are at a friends' house or a party, use the hot tub. It is really easy to feel comfortable being naked in front of others if you are in the water. It will help you relax too. Go easy with the alcohol. This cannot be stressed enough. If you drink, be smart about it. If you have to be drunk to swing, you shouldn't be in this lifestyle. Social consumption of alcohol is fine and accepted, but don't abuse it. No one wants their evening spoiled because of one person's irresponsibility. Be prepared. Everyone is nervous the first few times, and everyone is jealous-at least to some degree. Being prepared for these emotions will make dealing with them that much easier. Talking to others who are experienced is a great way to prepare yourself. Do it for you. If you are thinking of swinging because you want to please your loved one, but personally are not interested, you're doing it for the wrong reason. You are going to enjoy it if you are interested in swinging. NO MEANS NO. This is probably the most important rule of all. If at any time you are uncomfortable, simply say "No, thank you." This is a rule that is respected by all those who swing. And if you ever hear someone say "No, thank you", be sure to respect their wishes. This does not mean that they do not want to be part of the group with you or to be rude. |