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Girl/Dating Age Part 2: A combined effort to give advice for those in need

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KiKaL

Member
I am pretty sure I am doing the right thing but wanted to get some other opinions. I dated this girl for about a year and a half, we had some ups and downs and broke up twice for a day or two during it. She moved 2 1/2 hours away and we did the long distance thing for about 2 months and then things got rocky.

After the most recent break up things went immediately better between us. We talked more, joked around more, etc. Things seemed good until all of a sudden she started seeming more distant. We never officially got back together so I asked what we were. I get the response "I don't know". So I follow with asking if we are exclusive and she says no. That upsets me and I say that I can't do this unless we are and that one of us is going to get hurt otherwise. She still doesn't want to be exclusive. I try and stop talking to her at this point but failed.

Now 2 months later we still talk but I started talking to someone else. By talking to someone else I mean purely text but we text a lot but she doesn't live by me so that's it. I now get the ultimatum from the ex that if I continue talking to this other girl we are done forever. I tell her she does not want to be exclusive and she agrees. Since she still says yes I tell her that since she can't commit to me, she is in no place to tell me who I can talk to and that I am not going to just sit around forever waiting for her to a) get back with me or b) meet some new guy.

She does claim that she hasn't been with or talking to anyone else. I do believe her but I need some kind of true commitment for me to wait.

So am I right? Is this the time to just stop talking to her?
 
Well despite my slight New Years success I can't seem to meet any girl that is the least bit interested in me. It's rather frustrating as I haven't had a proper relationship since high school and I am 25 now. I'm on a few dating sights sending messages with no luck so far.

Anyone ever get a creeping feeling that you are somehow the ugliest guy on earth, even though you see uglier guys with girlfriends? Frustrating as hell. I'll keep dredging on, but it's an odd feeling thinking high school was your prime, even though you're only mid twenties. :)

I'm in my 30s and still get that feeling. I also think I was in my prime in my 20s. lol
 
KiKaL said:
I am pretty sure I am doing the right thing but wanted to get some other opinions. I dated this girl for about a year and a half, we had some ups and downs and broke up twice for a day or two during it. She moved 2 1/2 hours away and we did the long distance thing for about 2 months and then things got rocky.

After the most recent break up things went immediately better between us. We talked more, joked around more, etc. Things seemed good until all of a sudden she started seeming more distant. We never officially got back together so I asked what we were. I get the response "I don't know". So I follow with asking if we are exclusive and she says no. That upsets me and I say that I can't do this unless we are and that one of us is going to get hurt otherwise. She still doesn't want to be exclusive. I try and stop talking to her at this point but failed.

Now 2 months later we still talk but I started talking to someone else. By talking to someone else I mean purely text but we text a lot but she doesn't live by me so that's it. I now get the ultimatum from the ex that if I continue talking to this other girl we are done forever. I tell her she does not want to be exclusive and she agrees. Since she still says yes I tell her that since she can't commit to me, she is in no place to tell me who I can talk to and that I am not going to just sit around forever waiting for her to a) get back with me or b) meet some new guy.

She does claim that she hasn't been with or talking to anyone else. I do believe her but I need some kind of true commitment for me to wait.

So am I right? Is this the time to just stop talking to her?

The girl doesn't want to be exclusive, but she's holding your relationship hostage until you stop talking to this new girl?

Dude, run hard.

Also, her claim that she hasn't spoken or been with anybody else is probably bullshit.
 

KiKaL

Member
The girl doesn't want to be exclusive, but she's holding your relationship hostage until you stop talking to this new girl?

Dude, run hard.

Also, her claim that she hasn't spoken or been with anybody else is probably bullshit.

Yeah pretty much my thoughts exactly. I told her it sounds like she wants me to sit here and not move on until she does first.
 

Deadly Cyclone

Pride of Iowa State
Thanks for all the support folks. I was pretty successful in high school, but since then it's been a long road.

I am currently about to start getting my ass back in shape, which I am sure will help with confidence. The funny thing is I don't really have an issue talking with women, or even asking one on a date after some conversation, I just haven't found anybody that has shown any interest basically.

New Years was great as it was a chance meeting, one of my college buddies was back in town with his girlfriend and his gf invited her best friend that has been in Paraguay for the Peace Corps for a year, and is now back down there for another year. We hit it off well and exchanged information, but that all could have been a spur of the moment meeting. The two of us both in the right place at the right time. Not sure anything will come of it, but it was nice to be with someone on NYE and do the whole kiss at midnight thing that I haven't done forever.

I think my main issue is just meeting new people. As mentioned most of my friends moved out of town after graduation. My best friend and his wife live here and I'm very good friends with her too, but they don't go out much at all. I have a college buddy about 30 miles away too in Des Moines, so I do try to take advantage of that from time to time. That's about it though.

I'm just hoping this is the year I happen to be in the right place at the right time to meet someone that actually is into me, and that I find cool. :p New Years was an amazing start, so hopefully it keeps going.
 
I am pretty sure I am doing the right thing but wanted to get some other opinions. I dated this girl for about a year and a half, we had some ups and downs and broke up twice for a day or two during it. She moved 2 1/2 hours away and we did the long distance thing for about 2 months and then things got rocky.

After the most recent break up things went immediately better between us. We talked more, joked around more, etc. Things seemed good until all of a sudden she started seeming more distant. We never officially got back together so I asked what we were. I get the response "I don't know". So I follow with asking if we are exclusive and she says no. That upsets me and I say that I can't do this unless we are and that one of us is going to get hurt otherwise. She still doesn't want to be exclusive. I try and stop talking to her at this point but failed.

Now 2 months later we still talk but I started talking to someone else. By talking to someone else I mean purely text but we text a lot but she doesn't live by me so that's it. I now get the ultimatum from the ex that if I continue talking to this other girl we are done forever. I tell her she does not want to be exclusive and she agrees. Since she still says yes I tell her that since she can't commit to me, she is in no place to tell me who I can talk to and that I am not going to just sit around forever waiting for her to a) get back with me or b) meet some new guy.

She does claim that she hasn't been with or talking to anyone else. I do believe her but I need some kind of true commitment for me to wait.

So am I right? Is this the time to just stop talking to her?

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So I did something veryyyyy stupid. Pls don't hurt me Girl-Age :(

Went bareback on my girl last night
 
I'm in my 30s and still get that feeling. I also think I was in my prime in my 20s. lol

26 and I get the feeling too. One thing that helps is to realize attractive things are different for everyone.

A weird unexplainable thing I'm attracted to is thick eyebrows (super hot in my mind) but I know I'm very much one of the few people who loves them. Girls work the same not entirely in the physical sense but taste of what they are attracted to.

You will always have an edge over someone else while always not having an edge over others: it's semi situational. The key is working on yourself so that you almost always have the edge.

Improving your fashion always helps ^_^ Ask a good girl friend you know that has what most consider good fashion taste to take you shopping for new clothes. Be willing to spend a bit more on clothing; ie they are an investment in attracting someone
 

Calion

Member
Yea but she last got tested a year ago (and so did I). It was a real heat of the moment thing and I kinda regretted doing it after. Real stupid on my part.

If she's on the pill (And takes it daily/on time), and you trust that she isn't packing anything, then I don't see anything wrong.
 

threenote

Banned
In between our make out session, my girl just laid on my chest listening to my heart beat while I brushed her hair with one of my hands and held her with the other. now she has a nickname for me and she's constantly teasing me. I'm sooo into this girl, its driving me mad. I just hope she wants a serious relationship soon.
 
In between our make out session, my girl just laid on my chest listening to my heart beat while I brushed her hair with one of my hands and held her with the other. now she has a nickname for me and she's constantly teasing me. I'm sooo into this girl, its driving me mad. I just hope she wants a serious relationship soon.

threenote, if you can have patience, she sure sounds like she's going to be. Perhaps she's just not the type to rush into these kind of things. But there's no doubt she is into you, my good man. Keep the faith and don't push it. When she's ready, she'll tell you she is, and you're so close right now. :)
 

threenote

Banned
threenote, if you can have patience, she sure sounds like she's going to be. Perhaps she's just not the type to rush into these kind of things. But there's no doubt she is into you, my good man. Keep the faith and don't push it. When she's ready, she'll tell you she is, and you're so close right now. :)
You're absolutely right. I'm not going to bring it up until she does. :)

I need to go to the gym and get my mind off her.
 

Idde

Member
I'm kind of in a drought at the moment. I went on a date Monday night. I wasn't really feelin' it, but the girl I went out with totally digs me and had a great time. She just ain't my type at all. Plus, she smokes. We made out for a bit, but the taste of smoke in her mouth started to make me sick. I can't stand that shit. It's foul and utterly disgusting habit.

Anyway, as much as I love being employed and moving towards my goals, I have this ever growing feeling that I will never again have the time or the opportunity to encounter a girl I can see having some kind of future with.

Don't feel like this :) You went on a date with someone. How did you meet her? Apparently you found a girl to go out with. It just wasn't what you wanted. Who's to say the next date won't be different? Could be in a week, or six months. Or tomorrow.

Sure, as they all say, that sort of thing is unpredictable and comes into your life when you least expect it. I sure as hell didn't expect to meet my last GF or expect to actually end up being in a relationship. So, yeah, I guess things will end up starting out the same way.

It just depressing coming home from work, spending my free-time alone. I'm too tired to do any artwork or play video games most nights. Lately, I just browse the internet or read a book, before going to bed. I want more that.

You have the means to do that, if you have a fulltime job and money. Aren't there any activities you like which actually give you energy? And preferably have females present? I go salsadancing every week and recently met someone very awesome. Even without meeting her going dancing was very much worth my time and gave me energy.

I have friends, who I see some nights during the week and usually on weekends, but that isn't as fulfilling as I'd like that to be. I miss having a companion and someone special to talk to and spend time with. Now that I have substantial means of taking care of myself and paying for shit, I miss that even more.

I'm just afraid that everything else will work out, but that one aspect of my life will continue to drift and be perpetually empty. When will I meet a girl who's really cool, smart, down to Earth and is actually interested in the kind of relationship I want? Most girls who I meet who fit that criteria are either already taken, or too busy with their own lives to even consider a relationship.

People break up all the time. So do girls who are really cool, down to earth and actually interested in a relationship you want. You just have to meet them somewhere and get lucky/increase your chances. Sitting at home tired after a day of hard work probably won't work :p

So what do I do? Quickies and one nighters aren't fun or interesting for me. I desire a bit more substance and something more meaningful. I'd like that sooner, than later of course. It's been getting me down lately, and has even started distracting me at my job. I can't get these thoughts out of me head. No matter what I do to pre-occupy my mind, they keep coming back.

I'm never happy wherever I am. When I'm at work, I want to be at home, but when I'm at home, I want to be at work. When I'm alone, I want to be out with others, but out with others, sometimes, I see myself just being better off alone. Although I don't want to come off as someone who needs a female to validate his existence, I've noticed I'm much more at ease, happier and overall, much more stable with a lady to call my own. I'm a completely different person. I notice that I have more energy and more motivation. My life feels complete and I get this feeling that everything is going to be okay. Basically, I hate being single. That's just how I am and that's never going to change. I've been single since September and it's been taking a toll on me with each and every passing day. Solitude is something I love and fear. Being alone gives me time to reflect and think. It allows me to go about my business uninterrupted. However, I'm a human being. I'm a social animal. At some point, I need to get out of my own little world and interact with others.

So, find something you REALLY like and do so. Do you really think you can only be happy with a SO? I guess some people are this way, but there is so much awesome shit to do....even by yourself.

It's funny how when I don't want to deal with people, others seem to want me, but when I need them, no one is around. I'm content with who I am and what I do, but I want more than just contentment. I want true happiness and peace of mind. That's something I can't achieve alone and something that I cannot do at my current state. The voids I need filled can only be filled by another. And no, it ain't just sex, as much fun as that is. I miss the emotion, the romance and the passion that relationship gives you. It's a wonderful feeling, especially if you're in love. Love is indescribable. It's something you have to experience yourself. It's a level of devotion, trust, respect and attraction that is beyond written or verbal explanation. I've been in love before. It's an amazing feeling, and I want it again. Not ever having been in love is much easier on the soul than once having it and then losing it. Trust me.

All very true. But there is also other shit to do. If you dwell on not having a partner you'll be missing out on having a partner and you'll be miserable and miss outon other stuff. And if you're a fun, nice, respectable, attractive guy, why wouldn't you find someone?

I was going to say more, but I realized I'm just rambling at this point. I guess I'll stop for now.

Sorry for quoting the entire post, but I just wanted to highlight some stuff.
 
Dreamed last night that my previous girlfriend and I had gotten back together. Never been so happy in my life until I woke up. Damnit.

It's been over three months, this shouldnt be happening.
 
Dreamed last night that my previous girlfriend and I had gotten back together. Never been so happy in my life until I woke up. Damnit.

It's been over three months, this shouldnt be happening.

It takes time. Don't beat yourself up over it. As long as you're not trying to act on those subconscious thoughts, you'll be OK. Just keep trying to live your life as best as you can and try not to think about it.
 
This girl is clearly into me. She's made it obvious and everyone who has seen us together has said the same thing. Every time I've ask her out she has come up with an excuse though. They've been pretty legit, but I don't think I'm willing to ask again. Balls in her court now and I just have to hope she makes a move when she eventually has the free time.

That's never worked out before though, so I'm not too optimistic.
 
This girl is clearly into me. She's made it obvious and everyone who has seen us together has said the same thing. Every time I've ask her out she has come up with an excuse though. They've been pretty legit, but I don't think I'm willing to ask again. Balls in her court now and I just have to hope she makes a move when she eventually has the free time.

That's never worked out before though, so I'm not too optimistic.

I'm in a similar boat. Nothing we really can do, tk. :-\
 

threenote

Banned
This girl is clearly into me. She's made it obvious and everyone who has seen us together has said the same thing. Every time I've ask her out she has come up with an excuse though. They've been pretty legit, but I don't think I'm willing to ask again. Balls in her court now and I just have to hope she makes a move when she eventually has the free time.

That's never worked out before though, so I'm not too optimistic.

Yeah you just have to ignore her for a few days. If she likes you, she will end up asking if you're free to hang out.
 

hipgnosis

Member
Yea but she last got tested a year ago (and so did I). It was a real heat of the moment thing and I kinda regretted doing it after. Real stupid on my part.
Almost did the same mistake yesterday. Kept my head clear and luckily I had a couple of spares. I knew I would've regretted it later.
 

Cubsfan23

Banned
This girl is clearly into me. She's made it obvious and everyone who has seen us together has said the same thing. Every time I've ask her out she has come up with an excuse though. They've been pretty legit, but I don't think I'm willing to ask again. Balls in her court now and I just have to hope she makes a move when she eventually has the free time.

That's never worked out before though, so I'm not too optimistic.


Gotta let her chase you all the way through, not 80% of the way and then all of a sudden ask her out. Inviting her to places is fine if it's seen as being social, and you don't care if she comes or not........or inviting her over to your house if she reaches out to you.
 
Yeah you just have to ignore her for a few days. If she likes you, she will end up asking if you're free to hang out.

I think it's going to be longer than a couple of days. She said her sisters wedding is in two weeks. Frankly, I took that as a rejection at first, the idea that you don't any time in two weeks is pretty crazy to me. After talking to some girl friends, they said it was legit though. Apparently women go nuts with all the setup and it takes up a ridiculous amount of time.

I don't really know what to think. Just trying not to close myself off too much, I have a habit of cutting people out after being snubbed too many times. I don't really want that to happen here.

Gotta let her chase you all the way through, not 80% of the way and then all of a sudden ask her out. Inviting her to places is fine if it's seen as being social, and you don't care if she comes or not........or inviting her over to your house if she reaches out to you.

I did, and this is the outcome. She set up the first date and wanted to reschedule at the last minute. I've been trying to get that reschedule set in stone with no luck. We did sort of have an unintentional date last week that went really well though, so I'm really confused about what the hang up is.
 
I did, and this is the outcome. She set up the first date and wanted to reschedule at the last minute. I've been trying to get that reschedule set in stone with no luck. We did sort of have an unintentional date last week that went really well though, so I'm really confused about what the hang up is.

My situation is that we have pretty much everything figured out for what we're doing on the date, but she won't commit to a time. It sucks for her if she actually likes me, though, because she's starting to push me away.
 

Minamu

Member
I did, and this is the outcome. She set up the first date and wanted to reschedule at the last minute. I've been trying to get that reschedule set in stone with no luck. We did sort of have an unintentional date last week that went really well though, so I'm really confused about what the hang up is.
Stop trying :) Go with the flow and don't care about the outcome and it'll happen eventually.
 

threenote

Banned
My situation is that we have pretty much everything figured out for what we're doing on the date, but she won't commit to a time. It sucks for her if she actually likes me, though, because she's starting to push me away.

Maybe she's busy. At least she tries and does hang out with you, right?
 

Eggo

GameFan Alumnus
I think it's going to be longer than a couple of days. She said her sisters wedding is in two weeks. Frankly, I took that as a rejection at first, the idea that you don't any time in two weeks is pretty crazy to me. After talking to some girl friends, they said it was legit though. Apparently women go nuts with all the setup and it takes up a ridiculous amount of time.

I don't really know what to think. Just trying not to close myself off too much, I have a habit of cutting people out after being snubbed too many times. I don't really want that to happen here.



I did, and this is the outcome. She set up the first date and wanted to reschedule at the last minute. I've been trying to get that reschedule set in stone with no luck. We did sort of have an unintentional date last week that went really well though, so I'm really confused about what the hang up is.

Wedding planning is a legit excuse. It's a full-time job for some people. Just take it easy, wish her luck, and revisit things after.
 

threenote

Banned
She tries, yeah. I haven't really gotten in touch with her since Tuesday, though. Like I said, kind of pushing me away but not really completely doing it. I'm just not worrying about it yet.

What kind of progress have you made in this relationship? (I.e. kissing, sex, etc..)
 

~Kinggi~

Banned
I got all excited today when I actually got a message on cupid. Message was 'Hi' and she has a 1 paragraph profile with one blurry hard to decipher picture. Lazy bitches make me sad.
 

Miguel

Member
Yeah wedding stuff is pretty legit. I've seen friends/family disappear for the last month before a wedding, including bridesmaids
 

Ultima_5

Member
Dreamed last night that my previous girlfriend and I had gotten back together. Never been so happy in my life until I woke up. Damnit.

It's been over three months, this shouldnt be happening.

I feel that pain haus. Took me probably half a year to get over my last gf... I've only recently started being not miserable when I think about her. fuck 'em.
 

soultron

Banned
Being the sister of the bride is legitimate. She's family and most likely in the wedding party. She's going to be helping her sister out a lot in the final moments of wedding planning and preparation. Like Eggo said, wish her a good time and revisit it later.
 
I got all excited today when I actually got a message on cupid. Message was 'Hi' and she has a 1 paragraph profile with one blurry hard to decipher picture. Lazy bitches make me sad.

Could be worse. You could not really hear back from anyone or get people who respond to one message but not the follow-up. I've had both those happen recently.
 

Slayer-33

Liverpool-2
Speaking of PUA, holy FUCK, David X is a fucking boss. Brothers, if this motherfucker can get attractive women, you can too. It's been said elsewhere, but I wish this guy was my Dad, lol. This man is a leader of men
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Mother fucking boss.


Loving this fucking seminar, nothing as real and clear as this shit here guys. Continue to the other parts guys.
 

~Kinggi~

Banned
Could be worse. You could not really hear back from anyone or get people who respond to one message but not the follow-up. I've had both those happen recently.

Well its not like i get messaged often. And the few girls i do message dont reply. Whatever im fairly certain online dating isnt for me.
 
Well its not like i get messaged often. And the few girls i do message dont reply. Whatever im fairly certain online dating isnt for me.

It is immensely frustrating at times. I can't tell you how many girls I've messaged using Miguel's method and how few replies I get back in general even after tailoring each message specifically to their profiles after having spent time going through and reading each one individually. That, or seeing how quickly women seem to appear then disappear from these sites (I assume they're being chased by guys who are just looking for a quick lay). Or having people message me back in interest, starting a conversation with them and suddenly have them not reply back to me anymore as if I killed their parents. Or the flaking and cold feet that seem to be a common problem.

But you have to have perseverance to stick it out in hopes that the odds will swing in your favor at some point soon. That doesn't mean be blindly hopeful, but it doesn't mean that you can't let those who reject you get you down. They are the ones who are losing out, not you. They are turning down someone special in hopes that some mythological perfect man is out there, just like in the movies. They're the ones who will be unhappy if they're 35 and still single while you're doing alright.

good luck, man. Try and make a move soon, though.

Thanks. I know if we can get this set up, I can hook her pretty damn good. It's always been the meeting in person part that's been the big problem for me, and I'm confident enough I can pull it off with her (or really, most girls I'm interested in) if given the time of day.
 

SMT

this show is not Breaking Bad why is it not Breaking Bad? it should be Breaking Bad dammit Breaking Bad
Shit, that David X has a hard time breathing.
 

~Kinggi~

Banned
Shit, that David X has a hard time breathing.

Guy is exorcising demons or something while doin epic real talk on hatin dem womens.

sadly there seems to be truth to what he says and makes me want nothing to do with dating altogether as i am a pathetic nice guy
 

SMT

this show is not Breaking Bad why is it not Breaking Bad? it should be Breaking Bad dammit Breaking Bad
Guy is exorcising demons or something while doin epic real talk on hatin dem womens.

sadly there seems to be truth to what he says and makes me want nothing to do with dating altogether as i am a pathetic nice guy

This is may sound sexist, but you might as well stoop to her level, as he puts it. ;) We're both using each other it seems, according to this man.

A well known way to incite a consensus among your audience is to mix a few facts of truth with your own spin. haha
 

Slayer-33

Liverpool-2
Guy is exorcising demons or something while doin epic real talk on hatin dem womens.

sadly there seems to be truth to what he says and makes me want nothing to do with dating altogether as i am a pathetic nice guy

Tell me about it bro... I'm just one really good human being but try something different for once and see if things change.
 
Speaking of PUA, holy FUCK, David X is a fucking boss. Brothers, if this motherfucker can get attractive women, you can too. It's been said elsewhere, but I wish this guy was my Dad, lol. This man is a leader of men
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Holy Shit, this guy is fucking brutal.
 
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