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Alarmed by waning birth rates, Singapore’s government is offering its youth courses in seduction. Yes, you read that right. Students at two of the country’s polytechnics can now earn two credits if they choose a ‘love elective’.
The seduction course covers love song analysis, sexuality, family relations, and involves activities like hand holding and watching mushy romantic films. Some deeply profound nuggets from the course:
If a guy looks into your eyes for more than 5 seconds, take it as a sign of interest.
The course is conducted by trainers who also work for the Social Development Unit, a government backed matchmaking group.
The declining birth rate has forced the government to poke its nose into otherwise private matters. A minister has even warned young people against waiting too late before starting a family.