I've given up on dating
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For what it's worth, the new Mario kart is really good
bitbydeath
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Plies
GAF's Nicest Lunch Thief and Nosiest Dildo Archeologist
You can't achieve this by pumping butt.
p_xavier
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Lunarorbit
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I think kraken is saying they are 43? Maybe.
I'm 43 and met my wife at 27. Dating looks so different now. I used to crack up when my college roommate went on J date cause I thought it was lame as hell to find girls online.
If something happened to my wife id probably have to wait awhile before dating again
p_xavier
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They are? Can we not use woke speak.
Plies
GAF's Nicest Lunch Thief and Nosiest Dildo Archeologist
I guess you could adopt.
Lunarorbit
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@germanhops has never heard of power bottoms
newtypepilot
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pro tip: don't steal your date's lunch or her dildos.
p_xavier
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So he would be my bitch. Told you big dildo expert here.
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p_xavier
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ResurrectedContrarian
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26 is young for a man, haven't even hit your prime yet, since your life experience & earning power is what's more attractive to women as you age.
Now, if you were female, being 26 and having zero success in dating would be a problem, because many clocks are ticking. But as a man, you can take your time and become a more attractive guy to women over the next five years, by having more success or hobbies or just experience to offer them.
Now, if you were female, being 26 and having zero success in dating would be a problem, because many clocks are ticking. But as a man, you can take your time and become a more attractive guy to women over the next five years, by having more success or hobbies or just experience to offer them.
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bender
What time is it?
kpopSuperstar
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Social norms were different, norms around partners and when you need to work full-time and what is expected of you was different. Its hard to compare.
I recommend that Jordan Petersen authoring thing, it can really make things clear. Every man should take stock, stock of what you have done in the last few months, and what you expect from the next few years. And how to get whatever you want done.
p_xavier
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8 years too llate, was drugged up and relapsed.
kpopSuperstar
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43 aint old enough to complain about age though. You have to hit close to 60 to start bitching about that.
kpopSuperstar
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What?
p_xavier
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Jordan was an addict, spent in a coma to get relief.
bender
What time is it?
You'll be there in a blink of an eye just like every other milestone after 21.
kpopSuperstar
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The authoring thing is still great though.
kpopSuperstar
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I know, I am 41, and I barely recall what I have done the last few years.
Its scientifically proven that humans remember less of routine tasks, and as life settles in patterns and the days become similar, time moves faster. Its why our teenage years and youth makes such an impression, with all its firsts and new experiences.
I told myself I wont complain turning 40 but I fucking hate it. I can feel 45 right around the corner already, those 4 years will be a fucking blink.
Northeastmonk
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I use to judge those dudes who married a woman from the Philippines. They'd visit once and come back being a father or engaged. If I had to redo things, that doesn't sound all that crazy. Ykwim?
p_xavier
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Ukrainian brides, and yet it sounds weird.
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Vaquilla
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I was single for 7 years straight from age 25-32, and if you'd asked me during that time, I would've said it's hopeless, dating is a nightmare, it's not worth it, gonna die alone, etc etc.
Cliché as it may sound, if even I can break the cycle, (I'm ugly as shit, autistic af, and got no game at all) there's hope for pretty much anyone.
The reality is, most people are still growing up in their 20s, the 30s are way better.
Cliché as it may sound, if even I can break the cycle, (I'm ugly as shit, autistic af, and got no game at all) there's hope for pretty much anyone.
The reality is, most people are still growing up in their 20s, the 30s are way better.
Cyberpunkd
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Maybe that's the problem?
Sorry to rain on your parade, but men/women things did not change much from past centuries.
Men are not supposed to be vulnerable, this turn off girls immediately. Their brain tells them it is fine, their evolutionary instinct (a sulking dude will not kill and get food tonight) tells them not. The instinct always wins. If you have a "childish" hobby it will always be a drawback, the questions is if the girl is willing to tolerate it because of your good points.
This is why average guys with crazy charisma get top chicks. It will always be about that. The very fact you are sulking on a videogame forum, and you have other users drowning in misery with you - c'mon bruh. Hit the damn weights, go join a sports club. People there are focused on self improvement, not your COD lobby wasting their life away.
Cyberpunkd
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They had less distractions and were not coddled by their parents telling them "you are special, you matter". The other day a fat fuck dipshit mod on Reddit was posting how old men saying "we will figure things out" in the face of adversity is somehow toxic masculinity.
World tried woke and being sensitive, their experiment failed. The problem is it takes time for men and societies worldwide to adjust without taking cues from beta cuck Zuckerberg.
INC
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NeoIkaruGAF
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Always love to hear stories from people who apparently "have their shit sorted out" but still can't find a stable partner. Helps prove that "just be yourself and have you shit together" is a bs formula, and that there's really no surefire way to attract people.
If you have the time and can stand rejection, consider this. As you age, you may develop more traits that may attract women (money, looks, connections, status), but if you don't get some experience in flirting and relationships now that you're still young, you won't magically wake up a pick-up genius at 40. At that point, a lot of the dating pool will be closed to you, and you'll have to be exceptional to get younger women, which is what all men prefer first and foremost. By then, if you don't know how to stand out, it's hopeless.
So if you give more than a damn about relationships, don't give up now and get some experience. You will blow many chances, but at least you'll get to know what you're good at and what you can improve upon, and how.
If you have the time and can stand rejection, consider this. As you age, you may develop more traits that may attract women (money, looks, connections, status), but if you don't get some experience in flirting and relationships now that you're still young, you won't magically wake up a pick-up genius at 40. At that point, a lot of the dating pool will be closed to you, and you'll have to be exceptional to get younger women, which is what all men prefer first and foremost. By then, if you don't know how to stand out, it's hopeless.
So if you give more than a damn about relationships, don't give up now and get some experience. You will blow many chances, but at least you'll get to know what you're good at and what you can improve upon, and how.
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nush
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That's what I found too. There were lots of women who in thier dating profiles (online not apps back in the day) that would say 30 was thier max age limit. But when I got to my 30s there were lots of younger women interested and followed through.
I didn't start serious relationships with them becuse we were at different points in our lives but I had a lots of fun.
Connificent
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I gave up around the same age. Im approaching 40 now. Cant say Im happy or wished my life wouldve run different but it is what it is.
FeralEcho
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Meanwhile me...32...not looking for relationship...I have found when you least expect it and are not looking, a really good one could find her way to you. For me, it's always been when I am not looking and things sort of fall in place on their own. My own experience, anyway.
I must be NOT looking too hard because apparently women are jumping in their panties at the thought of me being available yet I see none around.
Some friend I had once asked me about my then "current relationship status" and how I was single and I just replied I'm unlucky,to which she says to me "you are lucky,you just don't want to,look around yourself and you'll see" I never understood wtf she meant,she was in a solid relationship already and we were more like friends than having a clear atraction although nowadays I do regret not asking her out as she was a good one.
But yeah she must've been talking about herself before being taken or something or there are some of the stealthiest female ninjas around that are interested in me and don't want to give away their position till I'm fucking 50 cuz I don't see shit around me nowadays...
At this point,I feel done with relationships...too many heartbreaks and fucked up relationships that took a dump on my psyche all while working my ass off to the point where I'm starting to feel numb to the world...
Putting in work only to be treated like shit gets so tiring...
At this point I just believe I'm one of the universe's big jokes ready to be drawn out of the pocket for a laugh when there's nothing interesting around.
In my 32 years I've only had women put their interest for me out there three times and all 3 were in my childhood and teenage years. In all the rest I had to put myself out there,waiting to be either rejected or hurt.
Oberstein
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I feel more or less the same. Whether it's instinct or genetics, it's natural to want to be around women. But after all these years, the conclusion is pretty striking — some clichés do hold true, and you'll find just as many difficult or dishonest/manipulative ones, not to mention the incredible amount of trouble they can bring. Whether in everyday life or at work, it's hard to believe I've wasted so much time on this.
Of course, we're far from perfect ourselves, but when the boundaries are constantly crossed, you just get tired of it. And no, you won't find a woman with a Western appearance and a Japanese mindset — that just doesn't exist. My advice to the younger generation: don't bother looking for 'the one.' It's pointless. Your odds are about the same as winning the lottery
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Kenpachii
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Never really saw the use of a relationship before you want kids anyway. Just enjoy your freedom. 26 is pretty young. Just do whatever and once u hit mid 30's start looking for a 25-30 year old chick, marry her and start a family with. U will also matured a bit more at that point and woman will notice it big time.
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Punished Miku
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I don't pretend to know what it's like for a 26 year old these days but for me, I dated very sparsely until I was like 32. Then out of nowhere something flipped and I dated multiple people in a row, then into a long term relationship and married. I think 20s are a tough time. A lot of girls like to go for older guys and if you're set in your job, general looks and fitness, and can carry on a normal conversation there's an extremely good chance you will run into somebody over time. Your prospects as a single guy usually go up between 30-35.
JimmyRustler
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Everyone can sense it. Ever met a woman who desperately wants to hook up? Not very attractive…
Branded
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26? Mate, you haven't even started hah.
You will look back at your post in a few years and wonder to yourself what the heck you were thinking. Go gym. Gain confidence. Don't play games (with women) and be yourself. The whole "aloof" or "chasing" thing is for low IQ retards who watch too much reality TV or movies and are perpetually glued to their phones or something.
You will look back at your post in a few years and wonder to yourself what the heck you were thinking. Go gym. Gain confidence. Don't play games (with women) and be yourself. The whole "aloof" or "chasing" thing is for low IQ retards who watch too much reality TV or movies and are perpetually glued to their phones or something.
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JimmyRustler
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Well, you might consider it to be easier finding a partner in a bigger city than in a rural area. Also the country you live in. It can be easier or more difficult to hook up depending on these circumstances. So perhaps not judge too soon.
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killatopak
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Shouldn't stolen lunches then.
Shockwave_Fox
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I feel you man, I cant even imagine what dating is like these days.
I met my missus when we were both 25 but between 18 and 25 I was out at clubs A LOT - that was where I got most of my action honestly.
I also worked in a large retail store for a while and that place was ridiculous for everyone sleeping with everyone too.
Just feels like places like this arent even around like that anymore (stores obviously are but bet the culture is very different these days).
I cant give any advice Im afraid other than hang in there - women arent blatant (mostly) in how they show interest but good ones are still out there.
I met my missus when we were both 25 but between 18 and 25 I was out at clubs A LOT - that was where I got most of my action honestly.
I also worked in a large retail store for a while and that place was ridiculous for everyone sleeping with everyone too.
Just feels like places like this arent even around like that anymore (stores obviously are but bet the culture is very different these days).
I cant give any advice Im afraid other than hang in there - women arent blatant (mostly) in how they show interest but good ones are still out there.
p_xavier
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I had a post in another thread on this.
Post in thread 'The very best of social media'
https://www.neogaf.com/threads/the-very-best-of-social-media.1467867/post-270534608
Post in thread 'The very best of social media'
https://www.neogaf.com/threads/the-very-best-of-social-media.1467867/post-270534608