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That's So Ravin': Another 10 Tips for Professional Partying

Got a burning question for Ravin? Email her with your thoughts, dilemmas, and all-out rants at ravin.samoan@vice.com

We previously brought you the first ten tips in this set, which you've hopefully implemented in your night life. Just in case you're still fucking it up, here are the rest of the tips. Got a burning question for our That's So Ravin? Email her with your thoughts, dilemmas, and all-out rants at ravin.samoan@vice.com

We've been around the block, down the corner, up the alley, and through the back of the warehouse, following the "BAM. BAM. BAM. BAM!!!…" sound a time or two. Partying for us, isn't a pastime, it's a lifestyle choice that's fueled by a love of 4/4 beats. Every netherworld needs a new crop of proginy…So here ya go kids, some tips for the RAVE, free of charge.

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11. For those of you that get involved with 'party favors' - A little saline spray up thine nostril afterwards goes a long way (or a splash of water). It clears the passageway, prevents nasty infections, and just looks better. If you see a friend with 'ghost nostril,' let them know. It only gets worse as the night goes on. Same goes for those nasty white 'spittal' corners in the mouth when one is a bit dehydrated, say, after 12 hours of non-stop gurning. And remember, friends tell friends when they see a facial no-no.

12. One word: DEODERANT. A word that permeates cultures. Common courtesy. Especially for those of you that consider the fist pump a dance move go-to.  And remember, when you're bringing that arm down in strong strokes, watch out for the shorties below. No one likes a fist pound to the head.

13. Go out with a friend, leave with that friend. UNLESS your friend is holding it down with some sexy someone in the corner. In that case, leave. No goodbyes, too much time involved. Get out of there, and send a follow-up text to let your pal know you split. It's the polite thing to do. Besides, leaving the party without explaining yourself to your entire crew leaves a little air of mystery. Let them fill in the blanks. You can all talk about it tomorrow.

14. Everyone goes overboard once in awhile. If your friend gets sick in the club, HELP them. No matter how ill DJ Amazeballs is, your friend is probably even ill-er. Take them to the restroom, and if that's not available, get them to a seat somewhere off the dancefloor. Cold compress on their neck, some water, a little gum, good as new! And if they're really ill, help them get home one way or another. The shoe could always be on the other foot, and you'll appreciate a lil TLC when your time comes.

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15. No matter how much you wanna do it, don't call or text your ex-lovers or family members when you're wasted. It might feel like the right thing to do, but your brother definitely doesn't want to hear all about how sorry you are that you poked him in the eye with a stick when you were kids while you're high on acid at 3 AM.

16. DO NOT touch the record. Ever. No matter how shiny and pretty it is. You'll go from 0-60 in the dick-lane faster than you can say "oops.Same goes for the mixer, the CDJs, or whatever other part of the equipment you think needs adjusting or rubbing. Hands off. Oh, and STOP requesting songs. "Call Me Maybe" may be the only dance track you know, but it's not your cousin's wedding.

17. You just waited at the bar for 20 minutes to get your cocktail on, it's your moment of divinity, so know what the fuck you want to drink!!! Efficiency is the key here. Have your order ready, your money out, and get ready to look behind you before doing a speed-spin out of the bar, thus allowing the thirsty beverage seekers behind you their space in the zone. And PS, if you want to order shots for your friends 1,000 miles across the club, here's a tip: Get all the shots in one glass. Take the empty shot glasses to said friends. Pour in person. DUH. No more spilling your Slippery Nipple on everyone's toes as you cross the dancefloor.

18. Speaking of dancefloor, learn how the hell to walk across it with a little grace. It's called rhythm. Find yours. Then move to the beat and weave and bob through the crowd. Steam-trains aren't efficient, and neither are your giant elbows and pointy heels. No one likes a dumbass shoving them as they run to the bar, mid-dancefloor session.

19. Drinks spill. It's the nature of the game. People get bouncy, they get excited, and then, as alcohol would have it, they get messy. If you knock someone's drink over, replace it. It truly IS that simple. And hey, you might even make a new friend.

20. Don't leave your shit laying around. No matter how safe you think it is, people be havin' sticky fingers. Your iPhone, metrocard, and $57.89 cash never looked quite as sexy as they do now, on the floor, in the corner of the darkly lit club at 4 AM to half a dozen fucked up ravers.

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