1) Practice on your hand
Sure, this might sound a little freakish, but everyone has done it, and it's a great way to practice your lip movement. Put your upper lip over you index finger (hand should be flat and facing you...like you're about to do a karate chop). Put your lower lip just below the bottom of your middle finger. Slowly glide your lower lip over the middle finger and stop when it gets to the bottom of your index finger (your two lips should come close but never touch).

Repeat this motion over and over. Occasionally, take your tongue and glide it from the middle of your middle finger to the middle of your index finger. Every few strokes gently push your tongue between your index finger and middle finger. Remember, move your tongue slowly.

2) Practice in the mirror
This is a great way to fine tune your approach. Watch for your facial expressions and look for two key things: the point at which you close your eyes and when you open your mouth. Wait until your lips are about an inch away (from the lips in the mirror) before you open up. At nearly the same time (or a half second earlier), start to close your eyes.

3) Watch the Movies & TV
It's hard to flip through the channels without seeing people making out...especially on MTV. Use this sex-saturated resource to your advantage. You can really learn a lot by watching people kiss on the big screen. Bear in mind, though, that not all kisses are realistic (Top Gun) or practical in everyday life.

Instead, look at how normal kisses are done. Watch for body positioning, placement of hands, and the point at which people close their eyes and open their mouths. Rent a movie or two...this way you'll have the ability to hit rewind and watch the proper technique over and over.

4) Watch other people
Look at how couples at your school do it. Watch for details like the approach, the way they look at each other right before they kiss, etc.

5) Ask your friends
This can provide you with invaluable insights.

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