Dear Playmates

January, 1982

Last month, we asked our Playmates if they were able to take the initiative in making a date--to hang their own egos out on the line. This month, we want to do a turnaround: If women can deal with getting rejected, can they also painlessly deflate a man's hopes?The question for the month:How do you turn a man down without hurting his feelings?I would try to be kind. I wouldn't just say no without an explanation; I think that's rude. If I'm out dancing, it's simple. I say, "Not right now; I'...