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Can you whisper in a movie theater?

It doesn't matter how loud or how quiet it is. But the occasional whisper is fine. As with all public behavior (this means you, PDA devotees), it's all about moderation and respect.

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Movie theater etiquette is important, more so than ever in these rude and sloppy times of talking, seat kicking, texting, and public fondling. If you want to prove yourself to be civilized, respectful, and keen on cinema, you behave in a movie theater. You sit, stiff and silent (or, if it's a comedy, laughing at the appropriate volume) and politely ignoring any overtures for conversation or fondling from whomever you're seeing the movie with. The line has to be drawn, and you know on which side you stand.

But what about the furtive whisper? Surely you can't sit there completely icy, oblivious to your companions, trying to set the cool and attentive example for everyone else. Isn't it OK to lean over once in a while and whisper something, anything about the movie?

I certainly try not to. I'm sort of paranoid about it, actually, because the acoustics in a theater are so weird that I'm convinced everyone has just heard whatever I breathed or hissed to my companion. It doesn't help that once, as I was sitting in a theater pre-showtime talking to my friends, some old man once came up to me and demanded to know why my voice was echoing. I don't know! Maybe because I was in the very, very middle? Maybe my voice falls at an incriminating pitch? Who knows! But thanks for embarrassing me, old man, and convincing me my whispered appreciation for the latest A-list hunk, or my pointing out a landmark I knew or a scene I watched filmed, would be heard by everyone in the theater. I'm even more edgy about it because I come from a family of enthusiastic whisperers who think that as long as they whisper really quietly, they can engage in lengthy conversations, questions, and complaints about the film. I can still hear them, so I know everyone else can. Often, I've been the bad guy, and done the shushing. (We have to set an example, remember? And if you just wait, I think the mysteries of Black Swan will reveal themselves without you asking them to!) Lengthy whispering can be just as distracting and maddening as the teenager who decides to loudly point out everyone in the movie "is super gay." Talking is talking. It doesn't matter how loud or how quiet it is. But the occasional whisper is fine. As with all public behavior (this means you, PDA devotees), it's all about moderation and respect. If you want to lean over and whisper that Bradley Cooper has a sweet ... um, pair of eyes, then you can. No one should hush you for a sentence or two, and if they do, they're a jerk and should be glared at. Part of the enjoyment of seeing a film is the immediate reactions, and realizing other people are enjoying or reacting to the same scene, joke, song, or actor that you are. There's a mutual acceptance there. Yes, I have overheard you, and I too can concur about Cooper's assets or that CG effect looking so darn real. Perhaps my friend and I will even look over and nod at each other in agreement. Maybe I'll catch your eye and signal that you are dead on. It's these little things that signal we are, in fact, enjoying the movie. Stony, icy silence is admittedly a little uncomfortable for everyone involved. There should be some life in the movie theater. That's why we go, to some extent.

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Slowly introduce your tongue into his mouth while kissing. You may want to first use your tongue to gently tickle his lips and/or the edge of his teeth (some men find this very sexy) before connecting your tongue with his. When your tongues do touch, pause to see how he reacts.

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Probably one of the best tips for kissing out there is communication. Everyone kisses differently, and everyone likes different things. So don’t forget to communicate with your man regarding all things kissing-related. This may be somewhat awkward, especially in the beginning of your relationship. But just like sex, if you don’t talk about it, you’ll never know what he likes, what he doesn’t like, what you are doing right, what you are doing wrong, and how you can improve your kissing technique. And don’t be afraid to tell him what you like and dislike about the art of kissing. No one is the perfect kisser, and he should be receptive to your feedback and suggestions. If he’s not, then maybe it is time to move on and find someone else to kiss! Remember that while these are certainly helpful and useful kissing tips, they are not kissing rules—just guidelines. There really is no such thing as one perfect kiss that every couple must conquer. Each woman, man, and couple will define their perfect kiss differently and that can change and also come in many forms. Never feel like you have to do something you don’t want to, whether it makes you uncomfortable or you just don’t enjoy it. Most importantly, have fun! While there is some effort involved in perfecting your kissing skills, it should mostly be an enjoyable activity for both of you. See this related article: Top Tips for Kissable Lips.

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