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• How to make your partner dump you

• What women really want

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How to make your partner dump you

The party's over. The thrill has gone. Your eyes are open. But you can't bring yourself to do the deed. No problem – get your partner to do it. Ashton and Elizabeth explain how ...

• Pretend to forget her name.
• Out-drink him up the pub – he won't be able to cope with the shame.
• Pay more attention to the dog than to her.
• Don't have baths! The BO scent will keep her away.
• Tell him that David Beckham looks far better than him.

What women really want

Forget Mel Gibson. Our brave heart Ashton knows what women really want.

• Never turn up late for a date – sorry love!
• Make her laugh as much as you can.
• She wants your undivided attention – keep your eyes for her and for her only.
• Don't accept her offer to go Dutch on dinner – she really wants you to pay for it all!
• Text her after the date – don't make her wait!

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