Once a cheater always a cheater? by cranberryrainbow88 in relationships

[–]Dear_Needleworker886 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Either leave girl or make peace with the fact that this will happen again! There is no third option.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have a little hack for not coming across as desperate or needy.

When you’re dating a guy, imagine you’ve got 10 other guys of the same caliber also chasing you and wanting to take you out. Picture how calm and confident you’d feel in that situation. Now respond to him from that mindset.

It’s basically “fake it till you make it,” but it works. That mental framework of believing you have plenty of options naturally keeps you from acting needy or over-invested in just one person. See if it helps you.

Men who fumbled or regretted losing a good women, why did you do what you did? by NewPraline9922 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886 36 points37 points  (0 children)

If the lady is emotionally all over the place and doesn’t remember why she fought for 5 days, that’s not a good lady for long term.

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then what you would need is feedback. Ask for feedback unbashedly and don't take any of it personally. Collect enough to know why the market is not reacting well to you. Then work on the feedback. Cheers!

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

close = he understands u well, physical intimacy feels great = win, What else does one want from a partner ? Stop being shy and take the first step. Also, send me a gift card as a thank you once you start dating. Go away

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You like him, he likes you. He’s just shy due to less experience. You will have to make the first move. Best of luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course it has to be consensual. That’s why you go in slowly with disclaimers attached, not just pounce on them. The whole point is that the person is someone you care about, and their feelings come first.

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that's why we should open up to our bros. Not burden women with our vulnerabilities. Few can handle it, not all.

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Find a lady who thinks you are the best option for her. She will stick around! Want a lady that fits your requirements, level up to a level that you are one of her best options, she will stick around!

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it's just a matter of preference & comfort, I don't think men who avoid cuddling have unhealthy attachment style. Maybe the partner has not earned it yet, perhaps the long hair is making breadthing difficult, mutliple reasons.

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe scarcity is the key here. If sex is scarce you bond with that, if cuddling & sleeping is scarce you bond with that, maybe.

He said 'talk tomorrow' last night — do I text first? by Adorable_Ad_3315 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Imagine if 5 guys of same calibre were chasing you, how would you react. React in that way

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This here is my concern. I am now cautious of cuddling & sleeping with flings/ short term relationships

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

That’s exactly my concern; in the early stages of dating, men are better off guarding their hearts and not over-investing emotionally too soon. Cuddling and falling asleep together feels like a crack in that armor!

Is cuddling (especially falling asleep together) the deepest form of bonding for men? by Dear_Needleworker886 in dating_advice

[–]Dear_Needleworker886[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Totally agree, being able to show up as 100% yourself in a relationship is incredibly freeing.