1. Set some ground rules — you can't just be dating anyone:

2. Don't be afraid to really go outside the box in searching for potential soul mates:

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3. I mean, true love can be found in very strange places:

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4. Don't fall for any tricks:

5. And don't be afraid to just say nothing at all:

6. Look for someone who's comfortable with their body:

7. And someone who appreciates the finer things in life:

8. And someone who appreciates a good joke:

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9. Don't be afraid to look toward your parent's relationship for inspiration:

10. Once things get going, make sure you establish some barriers:

Especially if things get hot and heavy:

11. Always be honest about what you want:

12. Don't get too attached at first:

13. But if things are going smoothly, don't be afraid to take the relationship to the next level:

14. You can do this by sending cute text messages to show your soul mate how much you care:

15. Or just by doing something like this. Remember, it's the little things that count:

16. If things do end up getting a bit rocky, don't be so fast to forgive:

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17. Always wait for them to say the magic word:

18. And if all else fails, send a picture to show what you REALLY want:

19. And again, if things get hot and heavy, make sure you're straightforward about what you want to give your partner:

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20. Don't be afraid to send some suggestive pictures:

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21. And don't be afraid to play some naughty games:

22. Just make sure you're always there to lend a helping hand:

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