Challenge prerequisites

Since I made my commitment to the Stylelife Challenge so public yesterday (here on this blog and on AsianFanatics), the pressure is now ON to perform.  As instructed by Strauss, I have not read ahead at what the field missions will be.  I hope I can do them.  My credibility is on the line here!

I also hope many of you who expressed an interest in Project JSBach would consider joining me in the Challenge.  I'm not starting until October 15th so you have two weeks to get the book. 

While planning Project JSBach, I had intended on giving participants the following checklist of recommended things to do as a prerequisite for the Project.  I've been reading tons on the Mystery's Method so I think I have a grasp of what may be needed.  I also have a feeling Strauss will involve many of these things somewhere during the Challenge.  I'll be doing this checklist as part of my prerequisite to October 15th. 

Peacocking - Have 1 or 2 items of clothing or accessory that stands out.  Examples can be: necklace, earring, bracelet, hat, shirt with funny/rude message, stuff that lights up or glows in the dark, etc.  Prepare an interesting/funny story in case someone asks about it. 

Seek hunting groups - Preparing a list of target-rich places where young Asian girls hang out in your area.  Examples include: anywhere near a university, bookstore, library, Asian shopping areas, coffee shops, bars, clubs, etc. 

Teeth-whitening strips - At around $35 per box, they can be costly.  But with a typical 7-day treatment, they can really make a difference. 

Learn one paranormal skill - Buy a basic book that teaches stuff like tarot card reading, astrology, palm reading, fortune-telling, handwriting analysis, numerology, etc.  Or make up your own paranormal skill ("I can reveal your personality by studying the veins on the back of your hands").

Fix voicemail message - Only a boring dweeb would have the typical "please leave a message and I'll get back to you" message on their voicemail.  In case phone numbers get exchanged and she calls, you don't want girls to think you're boring.  Record a funny or edgy message instead. 

Prep your Facebook - In case Facebook gets exchanged, have it prepped so that you eliminate nerdy crap (like how you're a fan of the Old Republic Jedi Rountable).  Try to find photos of you with friends in a party setting and action snapshots (like you on a mountain bike or skiing).  Do not say you're "single" or "in a relationship"; leave that blank.  List hobbies that cool people do in group settings, like raving, barhopping or karaokeing. 

Buy gum or mints in bulk - Obvious

Have edgy clothing - Have one change of clothing that makes you look a bit rebellious.  Wearing black anything will do, especially with accessories that rockers wear, and a t-shirt of some cool band.  You must look a bit of a bad ass.  Practice getting your hair messed up or sprayed with coloring.  Get fake pierce-less earrings. 

Upload photos to phone or iPod - Think of photos that can serve as a conversational piece.  These photos should reveal a cool fun personality, not of you playing video games or other geeky crap.  Photos of pets and small children (who are your relatives) are also great. 

Keep a journal or blog - That's what Strauss suggested