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is been on my mind for a few days if I should ask her why did kiss me and stuff like that.

Because she wanted to? Doesn't mean she'll ditch her significant other for you.

What should I do? =/

If you're interested in her, tell her to come find you when you're both single, but otherwise you'll keep your mouth shut. Don't tell her you'll wait for her (and don't wait).

Alternatively, if you're happy being the other person, pursue it without waiting.

If you're not interested, don't say anything to her or anyone else about it.
 
I guess the third option is to ask her to leave her boyfriend, though giving her an ultimatum might backfire on you.



So, telling the guy I couldn't date him went less well than I expected. Mostly because I would say something like "I have a boyfriend, its not going to work" and he would talk himself round and round in circles until he was convinced that I just needed more time to think about it. Anyway, even though I kept telling him not to get his hopes up and that I couldn't go out with him he just kept... I dunno, convincing himself that there was still a chance. I don't think he was really listening to me... But he did say he was going away to "prepare himself for either outcome".

If there's anything you guys can take away from this its that once a girl tells you she's not going to date you, her decision is probably set in stone. No amount of you pleading is going to make her change her mind. In fact, its not really very attractive. I would say that you have more chance of dating her sometime in the future if you leave with your dignity intact. I feel like I should show him the thread, but you know.
 
My advice to any guy who's feeling alone or that they keep striking out with the ladies and will be by themselves forever is simple. Stop thinking about it, stop thinking about being single, stop thinking about how to get a girl just stop thinking. It's like a scab. The more you scratch it, the more you think about it, the more you play with it, the more it bleeds and hurts.

The best thing you can do for yourself is forget about it and just enjoy life like it is. When you're not constantly trying to improve yourself, when you're not constantly thinking about getting a date and making someone care about you or getting someone to notice you... you'll enjoy life and you'll radiate that. It's when you aren't trying to make it happen that it'll happen. I've seen too many friends and acquaintances go through this and finally give up and say fuck it and then things work out to not think it's just random.


Stop worrying about it, stop being depressed about stuff like this. Concentrate on your career, your future, and your health. The other things will fall in to place.

I think the real question here is why someone needs to feel like being single for a period of time is bad. If you're "focusing on improving yourself," then what is the end goal? Many of the posts on this thread radiate of whatever random girl as being "the one." What ends up happening is the man becoming so worried about the outcome that the woman is no longer a woman, but instead, is a giant reminder that he could be rejected. Instead of looking at relationships as experiments, people focus on this relationship as being it, being The One, and when that doesn't work out, they become jaded and bitter because they're 27 and where's their true love and all his friends are getting married and...fuck.

What is a woman to you? Validation? Sexual pleasure? A safeguard against loneliness?
 
I haven't followed this thread at all, but what do women prefer, beard or no beard?

Sorry if this was already talked about...
 
What is a woman to you? Validation? Sexual pleasure? A safeguard against loneliness?

I really miss my friend... Seriously friends like that are really rare, male or female. It can be hard to find someone you're both physically attracted to and can develop that kind of relationship. I can understand why some guys around here get so frustrated by it, but the way I've decided to go about it is trying to make more friends. Trying to develop a relationship like that forcefully kind of defeats the point. I think I'm pretty quickly becoming a "picky" person though. No one seems as attractive or cool as my ex to me.... though I've only been really "looking" for a month. I feel bad when everyone around me is like "What about girl x?" and I'm just like "meh, if I was interested I wouldn't need you to push me."
 
I haven't followed this thread at all, but what do women prefer, beard or no beard?

Sorry if this was already talked about...

It really depends on the guy. Generally any more hair than this is too much, for me anyway. I'm not a big fan of facial hair, or really much hair at all. If you go back a page we were having a discussion about leg hair.
 
It really depends on the guy. Generally any more hair than this is too much, for me anyway. I'm not a big fan of facial hair, or really much hair at all. If you go back a page we were having a discussion about leg hair.

I see, well that is about how long I keep mine just more trimmed at the neck. I look like I am 15 without facial hair so that is not really working out for me.

Now leg hair, well I made the mistake of trimming that once in my life. Don't know what got to me to do that.
 
I guess the third option is to ask her to leave her boyfriend, though giving her an ultimatum might backfire on you.



So, telling the guy I couldn't date him went less well than I expected. Mostly because I would say something like "I have a boyfriend, its not going to work" and he would talk himself round and round in circles until he was convinced that I just needed more time to think about it. Anyway, even though I kept telling him not to get his hopes up and that I couldn't go out with him he just kept... I dunno, convincing himself that there was still a chance. I don't think he was really listening to me... But he did say he was going away to "prepare himself for either outcome".

If there's anything you guys can take away from this its that once a girl tells you she's not going to date you, her decision is probably set in stone. No amount of you pleading is going to make her change her mind. In fact, its not really very attractive. I would say that you have more chance of dating her sometime in the future if you leave with your dignity intact. I feel like I should show him the thread, but you know.

:< It sounds like he isn't going to accept that you aren't interested. I know it will be hard, but it sounds like you might have to cut off contact. He doesn't sound like he is respecting you or your wishes at all...
 
:< It sounds like he isn't going to accept that you aren't interested. I know it will be hard, but it sounds like you might have to cut off contact. He doesn't sound like he is respecting you or your wishes at all...

I actually don't think he realised he was doing it. :( I won't see him for 3 months but hopefully after that we can go back to being friends. I think I might be over-optimistic but we'll see.
 
I actually don't think he realised he was doing it. :( I won't see him for 3 months but hopefully after that we can go back to being friends. I think I might be over-optimistic but we'll see.

Well, I'm not saying it won't happen... but he is being overly pushy about it which I find worrying. I had a friend once who told me he was interested in me. I wasn't dating anyone but I wasn't interested in him either, and I told him so. After that we drifted apart a bit because of the awkwardness, but eventually we started hanging out again and are still quite good friends even seven years later. But he was never pushy about it, and always respected my feelings in the matter. I hope for your sake it will end up being the same.
 
I really miss my friend... Seriously friends like that are really rare, male or female. It can be hard to find someone you're both physically attracted to and can develop that kind of relationship. I can understand why some guys around here get so frustrated by it, but the way I've decided to go about it is trying to make more friends. Trying to develop a relationship like that forcefully kind of defeats the point. I think I'm pretty quickly becoming a "picky" person though. No one seems as attractive or cool as my ex to me.... though I've only been really "looking" for a month. I feel bad when everyone around me is like "What about girl x?" and I'm just like "meh, if I was interested I wouldn't need you to push me."

That sucks for the women out there that you're "seeing your ex," and it still sucks for you love an image rather than a person.
 
Good day ladies, could I get your opinion on something:

Me and my friends were talking about women. One guy asks me to introduce him to this one girl I know. I warn him big time she is a massive player--pretty, uses guys for rides and money, total user and proud of it.

He doesn't care, he says a woman's a woman and he can beat her other bfs in a contest. He very aggressive and confident and things he can "win" her over. Note that he has a rep for doing this, he's cocky and good looking.

I'm of the opinion that if a girl has multiple "boyfriends", and she turns out to go for you, this means you were better than her current followers. But, then, this ALSO means that if someone better than you comes by (i.e. richer/betterlooking/more charismatic) you'll be dumped like the rest of the losers.

I don't want to see my friend hurt.

So. Is it worth it to shoot for the target that will simply change when someone better walks by, or to try ANYWAYS with the airs of being The One?


I should mention I personally would go for it BUT with the caveat from the start that I'm interested in one thing right from the get go, no subterfuge or innuendo games. It's been a successful technique for most of college so far.
 
How should I let women on a dating site know that I am only interested in no-strings-attached sex, but do so in an at least somewhat classy manner without being crude?

On my profile itself? When they message me (or vice versa)?
 
Good day ladies, could I get your opinion on something:

Me and my friends were talking about women. One guy asks me to introduce him to this one girl I know. I warn him big time she is a massive player--pretty, uses guys for rides and money, total user and proud of it.

He doesn't care, he says a woman's a woman and he can beat her other bfs in a contest. He very aggressive and confident and things he can "win" her over. Note that he has a rep for doing this, he's cocky and good looking.

I'm of the opinion that if a girl has multiple "boyfriends", and she turns out to go for you, this means you were better than her current followers. But, then, this ALSO means that if someone better than you comes by (i.e. richer/betterlooking/more charismatic) you'll be dumped like the rest of the losers.

I don't want to see my friend hurt.

So. Is it worth it to shoot for the target that will simply change when someone better walks by, or to try ANYWAYS with the airs of being The One?


I should mention I personally would go for it BUT with the caveat from the start that I'm interested in one thing right from the get go, no subterfuge or innuendo games. It's been a successful technique for most of college so far.

Dude needs to read Taming of the Shrew.

My $0.02: anyone who thinks they can change the other person in a relationship and goes in with that as their primary goal is in for a big surprise.

And, frankly, people who play head games usually find themselves played.

In the end, though, it's not up to you to decide for them whether they deserve each other, or not. If they're single, introduce them.
 
How should I let women on a dating site know that I am only interested in no-strings-attached sex, but do so in an at least somewhat classy manner without being crude?

On my profile itself? When they message me (or vice versa)?

Make your main picture on the dating site your penis.
 
Dude needs to read Taming of the Shrew.

My $0.02: anyone who thinks they can change the other person in a relationship and goes in with that as their primary goal is in for a big surprise.

And, frankly, people who play head games usually find themselves played.

In the end, though, it's not up to you to decide for them whether they deserve each other, or not. If they're single, introduce them.

Well, she's not technically "single" ever as she has like 5 boytoys at once, but that doesn't really seem to matter. He still thinks he's gonna be top dog.


As a followup, I ended up introducing them anyways since we were all at a party together.
 
This is a bit different than the questions I usually see, but...

Whats the best way to look out for my younger sister (14)? We've got a really, really good relationship despite how much I've been away from my family over the years. Her dad is waaay over the top with anything related to guys and her mom is just flatout crazy. My whole approach with her has always been to just think things through and "you don't have to be good, just be smart" because hell - you're going to do what you want at the end of the day right?

Anyways, I kind of laugh with her into certain topics that are concerns so its never a big ordeal or anything. She's a really good kid, just worry because some of her friends are wide open and she's getting into high school.

I'm probably over-thinking things since I think I was doing an okay job, but what should a big brother be doing for a little sister with senile/crazy parents?
 
How should I let women on a dating site know that I am only interested in no-strings-attached sex, but do so in an at least somewhat classy manner without being crude?

On my profile itself? When they message me (or vice versa)?

In your profile say that you're looking for a relationship. Trust me.
 
I'm probably over-thinking things since I think I was doing an okay job, but what should a big brother be doing for a little sister with senile/crazy parents?

It put a smile on my face to see a big brother who cares enough about his little sister to want her to make good choices in life. Sounds as if you're doing a lot already.

Ultimately, you're in a tough spot if you feel you have to be a brother and a pseudo-parent to her. It's a lot of weight to put on your shoulders.

If she's a "good kid" and you have a strong relationship, keeping the channels of communication open might be the best thing you can do. Way back in my teenage years, it was always harder to make a judgement call when I didn't have anyone I felt I could talk to. Some of the more "girl stuff" can be tough to talk about - both on the hearing and on the speaking sides - and if you're not comfortable, a good female role model (mom or guidance counsellor or cool aunt) is a more helpful option than trying to awkwardly fudge your way through tampons and diaphragms.

And being realistic is important - which it sounds like you're doing. Spelling out what you believe is appropriate (even though you'll love her no matter what she ends up doing) can go a long way when you're not around to be the angel on her shoulder. Or devil, whatever.

But, most of all, if you work with mom and her dad, rather than (intentionally or unintentionally) undermining them, the messages that she gets will be less confusing and (quite possibly) more effective. Working against them may see her get confused and more likely to rebel, end up with you cut off from her, or worse. As crazy as they may seem, allies are always more effective than enemies.
 
So, LadyGAF, this might not be the thread to ask, but here goes:

Why do girls, when presented with someone who fits what they're looking for, decide they don't want that person? Is it the thrill of the chase? Hedging their bets and keeping that person who fits them as their fallback in case they don't find a better option? To be fair, I know guys that do this, too, and their excuse is that they just want to play the field, so my guess is girls act in a similar manner. Or do they not?

I don't necessarily mean to sound upset, but I'm just curious. And heck, maybe I answered my own question, lol.
 
So, LadyGAF, this might not be the thread to ask, but here goes:

Why do girls, when presented with someone who fits what they're looking for, decide they don't want that person? Is it the thrill of the chase? Hedging their bets and keeping that person who fits them as their fallback in case they don't find a better option? To be fair, I know guys that do this, too, and their excuse is that they just want to play the field, so my guess is girls act in a similar manner. Or do they not?

I don't necessarily mean to sound upset, but I'm just curious. And heck, maybe I answered my own question, lol.
Human nature, compadre. Grass is always greener, always want what you can't have, danger is more appealing to a young mind than safety, something something...

Someone who puts you on a back burner isn't treating you fairly. Realize that if nothing else, you deserve to be treated fairly.
 
So, LadyGAF, this might not be the thread to ask, but here goes:

Why do girls, when presented with someone who fits what they're looking for, decide they don't want that person? Is it the thrill of the chase? Hedging their bets and keeping that person who fits them as their fallback in case they don't find a better option? To be fair, I know guys that do this, too, and their excuse is that they just want to play the field, so my guess is girls act in a similar manner. Or do they not?

I don't necessarily mean to sound upset, but I'm just curious. And heck, maybe I answered my own question, lol.

To be honest I never really heard of this, if it were me I'd' jump on it lmao. Maybe some girls just don't realize he's their mr. perfect? Or maybe they just don't want to be committed.
 
So LadyGAF, do girls prefer it if the guy cooks the main meal or makes the dessert? Or both?

If you're inviting her over for a special meal, make what you can manage and buy what you can't.

If you're living together and trying to make a regular routine of it, take turns making parts and the whole meal. Unless one of you is truly awful at cooking...then you can find an alternate distribution of labour.
 
If you're inviting her over for a special meal, make what you can manage and buy what you can't.

If you're living together and trying to make a regular routine of it, take turns making parts and the whole meal. Unless one of you is truly awful at cooking...then you can find an alternate distribution of labour.

Thanks... I'm not asking for any particular reason. Just wondering if girls have some sort of preference since almost all girls I know love baking.
 
So LadyGAF, do girls prefer it if the guy cooks the main meal or makes the dessert? Or both?

I can't say that I've ever even considered this... I guess it is different for everyone. I can cook, of course, but I consider it a very boring task. I do what I have to so as not to be hungry anymore. Food is usually the last thing on my mind (until I'm super hungry anyway.) Wow, does this make me sound really sad? >>
 
I can't say that I've ever even considered this... I guess it is different for everyone. I can cook, of course, but I consider it a very boring task. I do what I have to so as not to be hungry anymore. Food is usually the last thing on my mind (until I'm super hungry anyway.) Wow, does this make me sound really sad? >>
Makes you sound like a fatass.
 
Mikey was a great boxer, but not much of a ladies' man.

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Thanks... I'm not asking for any particular reason. Just wondering if girls have some sort of preference since almost all girls I know love baking.

I absolutely love baking but I do enjoy cooking as well. The only thing that takes the joy out of cooking for me is if I spend a lot of time and effort making something, and nobody appreciates it. If I make something for someone, I want to be complimented, goddamit! Or at least thanked.
 
I absolutely love baking but I do enjoy cooking as well. The only thing that takes the joy out of cooking for me is if I spend a lot of time and effort making something, and nobody appreciates it. If I make something for someone, I want to be complimented, goddamit! Or at least thanked.

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I don't have a really specific question here but could use some perspective. There's a girl at work who's been initiating a fair amount of contact with me: IMing me randomly, asking me to get lunch with her a couple times, she invited me (and another co-worker) to her place to watch the Breaking Bad finale. She has a boyfriend so I know this is all just friendly, and honestly I'm fine with that. But I always feel a little self-conscious when I'm talking to her because our conversations don't flow that well (I'm not a great conversationalist anyway) and have a lot of awkward silences from my perspective. I can't help but worry I'm coming across as awkward and quiet. It doesn't help that we don't seem to have very much in common so far.

Now I like spending time with her, but part of me can't help but wonder why she's initiating contact or what she's getting out of this, because whatever it is, I don't think I'm doing a good job of it. How can I relax and be better at being a friendly co-worker?
 
It put a smile on my face to see a big brother who cares enough about his little sister to want her to make good choices in life. Sounds as if you're doing a lot already.

Ultimately, you're in a tough spot if you feel you have to be a brother and a pseudo-parent to her. It's a lot of weight to put on your shoulders.

If she's a "good kid" and you have a strong relationship, keeping the channels of communication open might be the best thing you can do. Way back in my teenage years, it was always harder to make a judgement call when I didn't have anyone I felt I could talk to. Some of the more "girl stuff" can be tough to talk about - both on the hearing and on the speaking sides - and if you're not comfortable, a good female role model (mom or guidance counsellor or cool aunt) is a more helpful option than trying to awkwardly fudge your way through tampons and diaphragms.

And being realistic is important - which it sounds like you're doing. Spelling out what you believe is appropriate (even though you'll love her no matter what she ends up doing) can go a long way when you're not around to be the angel on her shoulder. Or devil, whatever.

But, most of all, if you work with mom and her dad, rather than (intentionally or unintentionally) undermining them, the messages that she gets will be less confusing and (quite possibly) more effective. Working against them may see her get confused and more likely to rebel, end up with you cut off from her, or worse. As crazy as they may seem, allies are always more effective than enemies.
Thanks for this. I was just stressing I guess.
 
Now I like spending time with her, but part of me can't help but wonder why she's initiating contact or what she's getting out of this, because whatever it is, I don't think I'm doing a good job of it. How can I relax and be better at being a friendly co-worker?

If you're not actually getting "I'm hitting on you" vibes from her and she has a boyfriend, it could just be that she's expanding her social circle, or wants to get to know some people from work because she thinks you're fun to work with, or somesuch.

If you enjoy hanging out with her in group settings or out at coffee, then the conversation stuff will come with time. Meanwhile, activities that don't require a lot of conversation - poker, board games, or the Breaking Bad finale as you mentioned - are good ideas.
 
So, I went to this college event, it was pretty okay - I got a lot of attention cause of all my dancin'. There was one girl in particular who was cute, but more importantly, her personality was really super attractive. I still haven't asked a girl out in my life, so even though I told myself I would, I didn't get her number (or her name, it was too loud for me to catch it when she told me it).

BUT, I took the most initiative I've ever taken in my entire life with a girl, and I emailed a mutual friend and asked him if he knew if she was single, and if he could give me her contact info. He wasn't 100% sure if she was single, but he gave me her full name to add onto facebook. So... I requested an add just last night, when(if) she accepts... where do I go from there? I'm starting to get all in my head and wonder if she seemed at all interested, like I thought she did last night.

What makes me think she was; she initiated conversation on multiple occasions with me, asked my name/what I was taking in school, talked a lot about my dancing in a friendly way, at one point asked me to dance for her sister (she missed all my dancing), all and all... there seemed to be interest, but I don't really know what interest from a girl looks like yet, at least not with 100% certainty.

GAF tell me to relax/what to do next.
 
Whaaaa...

Arsenic said you were getting an appreciable amount of tail. Those girls are asking you out??

Sounds like I am bragging... but yeah. I still haven't asked a girl out, I kind of want to - I don't think I'll have girls asking me out for the rest of my life, I need to get used to taking some initiative and I'd like to have more of a say with who I date :p.
 
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