Two Can Play That Game is one of the best Black rom-coms, and not for the reasons you might think. Aside from being laugh-out-loud hilarious and easy to quote, Vivica A. Fox as Shante Smith dropped some valuable and hilarious life lessons that were about more than love.
Occupy Your Damn Time!
Get a hobby. Go on a date. Read a magazine. Learn something new. Something! Anything! Whatever it is, make a choice and don’t sit around waiting for life to happen to you.
Keep A Wide Variety Of Homegirls
Keeping an array of opinions in mind is important when making life decisions, and friends different from you can help put things in perspective. Or at least hear you out when you want to talk crazy. Plus, your bourgie, buppie homegirls don’t always have your back–or the right answers.
Great Style Is Always A Must
Can we talk about how much I swooned over Shante’s fly yellow suit? Style was Shante’s number one weapon, aside from a killer marketing and dating strategy! I’m still looking for the perfect yellow blazer, bright as the sunshine.
Know How To Throw An Epic Party
Entertaining in style is the key to an amazing social life. Hosting an event your circle will talk about for months on end keeps you at the top of everyone else’s invite list.
Embrace Competition
There’s nothing wrong with a little competition. In the end, you’ll see that the only person you need to beat is your old self.
Don’t Always Run From A Fixer-Upper
If you’re successful redesigning a man who was a ‘fixer-upper,’ wait as long as possible before allowing him to realize, “Hey, I’m looking kinda good!” Cover up those mirrors! *winks*
Be Ready For Your Man’s Beer-Drinking Buddies
Your man has friends who think they can outsmart you. It’s up to you to make them look like illogical idiots. Have fun pulverizing them!
Keep Your Mind On Your Money
Don’t let another person interfere with your cash flow and hustle. Let #MCE take on a new meaning: Making Cash Every Day. Learn when to divert your attention and get back to your focus, whether it’s yourself, your work or your money.
Know When to Apologize
Romantic relationships and friendships aren’t all about winning or persuading the other person. Embrace the opportunities to right your wrongs and apologize. It will keep your relationships healthy and happy.
