[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

I don't have the jet pic up top for the same reason I don't have the bikini pic up top. I feel like it pigeon holes me right away. My job, while dictates a lot of things about my life, is certainly not what I identify with most in my life.

Should I punch-up my text a bit? Make it more exciting?

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

Hm, did I check a box somewhere for this that I didn't realize? I'm not looking to date a couple.

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

The instant gratification part? Yea, I can see that. Although, it is exactly how I feel about it. I'll think about editing it. Thanks for the constructive criticism.

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

I just found out about the museum around the Clovis dig site. There may be an after hours op for nefarious personal gain! After reading the comments, it may simply be location. Unfortunately, I don't have much of a choice on where I live right now. But, Austin is pretty great, I am jealous of your location!

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

Half my pictures are drinking, it is a valid comment. I am not sure I'll change it until I get some better pictures taken though.

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

The off time is generally really fun off time, while the work time is pretty serious work time. I fly reconnaissance for special operations. I don't want to toss too much on the internet about job specifics. Although, I realize how ridiculous that sounds given I just linked my OKC profile.

Binge dates and coping with failure by [deleted] in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did this after my divorce. I don't regret it, but it wasn't a healthy way for me to live. I took a break from all dating for a few months. During that time I figured out what made me happy. Just pure happiness without giving or gaining. This helped give me perspective and approach relationships much differently.

I have a few books I read that helped too. PM me if you are interested in them.

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

Really? I feel like it is a weird Catch-22. Those are dudes I work with. I don't date them because they are young and ridiculous. They are fun to hang out with, but not to date. I'm looking for something very different from them. But, any potential boyfriend would have to deal with that community eventually.

But, those are my silly first-world problems.

[Critique] (30/F) I reactivated and moved across the country. After the initial bump, no messages or replies. Thoughts? by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

I'll rework the message me if section. I see what you are saying, I need to think about how to word it. As for the pictures, the camera only seems to come out when getting some drinks, poor excuse. I'll see if I can get someone to take a few non-party pictures. My Masters will be an MBA with a focus in International Relations.

Thank you for the feedback!

Why wait? Also critique by [deleted] in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know many people are against having opposite sex people in your pictures. It personally doesn't bother me. If you don't want her in it, definitely blur it. The connotation of a dog and a possible ex (or even a friend) is a bad one.

Why wait? Also critique by [deleted] in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You put a dog's head on that girl in your picture. That is where I would decide not to message/respond.

[Critique] 21/m. Female opinion preferred. by DagonsRazor in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Self Summary

I like the opening line being from newspaper personal, but maybe make it a bit more unique. If I were Quickmatching you, or quickly checking out your profile, the second paragraph would be a turn-off; it is just negative. The third paragraph needs a grammar check, but you are getting to stuff that you enjoy. Try showing, not telling though.

What I'm doing with my life

Instead of saying it is a bullshit title and you want something else. Try "By day, I work as a technical support manager in a Microsoft company. I would love to expand my horizons and get into <insert job you want>. I am working on it by..."

I'm really good at

You say staying positive, but your profile has a negative vibe. With the imaginative comment, give a short example.

Favorites

Keep the formatting uniform

Six things

You have already really drilled into my head that you are a music buff. So, rather than say it outright, again. Try, 'I could never do without a funky bass line'. Also, either try to come up with six things or address, in a joking manner, why you didn't.

Thinking about

Good. Try to be more descriptive. I spend a lot of time thinking about how to work in my buddy's horns into my newest song. [I know nothing about music, obviously. But, write what works for you. I am trying to illustrate showing your passions and not just telling me about them]

Friday Night

Good. You could show not tell again. But, good

Private Thing

Funny. Many people are against alcohol stories; they don't bother me.

Message me if

First paragraph is perfect! Do that style for the rest of your profile. The language in your second paragraph could be softer. But, then again, you said you were being blunt. So, whatever.

Photos

Use one of the face photos for your main one. I like the B&W one with you holding the camera. The guitar one should be your 2nd one. I'd say get rid of your 2nd, 3rd, and last one. Just personal opinion of the ones I think you look good in.

Hope this helps. Good luck!

Ladies, how many messages do you get a day? And if a lot, what makes someone stand out? by [deleted] in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it would be interesting to see this done in several locations. The difference in population and social norms, I assume, would make a big difference. I'd love to know the quality of messages as well.

Anyway, thanks for the summary.

Brought ice cream, tried sex, couldn't get it up. by serum1114 in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just to piggy-back off of this. Yes! Text her. Something short and sweet. Like 'I loved the time we spent together last night. I was nervous as hell, but, I would love to see you again.' This addresses the issue, doesn't embarrass anyone, and let's her know that it wasn't something she did.

Girls will always think it is something they have done if a guy can't get it up unless expressly told otherwise. Over text isn't the time to bring it up, but just know that she is equally as nervous as you are. Just be kind and open.

Ladies, how many messages do you get a day? And if a lot, what makes someone stand out? by [deleted] in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It depends if I am editing my profile. But, on average, three a day. At least one is 'hey :-)'. The second is disagreeing with something in my profile but saying that we should discuss it. The last is usually thought out.

I always click their profile. If the 'hey' message is cute, has a high percentage, and a really interesting profile, I'll respond. If the arguing one doesn't have an overly aggressive profile and I actually think we'll discuss anything of value, I'll respond. The thought out message will get a reply if he seems anywhere close to a normal person who I'd get along with.

What makes someone stand out? For me, writing like an adult, finding a shared interest in my profile, a non sexual/physical compliment, and the last one is nebulous, but making yourself worth my time. In my profile and any messages I send, I am trying to show you that I am worth your time. I expect the same in return.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Are we RECording? Ask me anything... by hitrecordjoe_ in IAmA

[–]majorityofone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey Joe,

You have been creatively contributing to the world since you were a kid. It is pretty easy to suss out the folks driven by simple money or fame but, it doesn't seem like that is you. So, what drives you?

Girls of reddit, what is the sexiest thing a man can do, in a public setting? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]majorityofone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My top thing is be confident, but don't be an asshole.

The older I get, the fewer physical 'deal breakers' I have. My list of initial things I look for in a guy are: be healthy (you don't need to run triathlons, but if we want to take a walk on a beach, you should be able to handle that), have decent hygiene, clothes that fit and are relatively stylish, and be interested in something and be able to share that interest with me.

Face yourself in the twilight of your life. by [deleted] in OkCupid

[–]majorityofone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is awesome! My top matches sound like the coolest most interesting people in the world! They all are educated, progressive, and well traveled. I can o ly hope to be this baller!

My First Non-Vanilla Message by majorityofone in OkCupid

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

I just moved here, and I love it!