ilovepoemsalot Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Hi people, This is my first time I came here so I'm new. I keep wondering sometimes if there is a formula to make myself be shorter. I would have like better if I was around most of my friends' height (the smallest one of 5"1" to the tallest of 5"10"). The sad news came a week ago I yet grew one more inch. Grrrrrrr so now I'm 6 ft 2 1/2, no wonder I never had a b/f. I thought I wasn't suppost to grow anymore, I'm already 19. It's also been a trouble even to find some size 13 shoes, stupid hormones. Plz, help, is there anyway I can become shorter, if so which way else I may never find a date. Link to post Share on other sites
magichands Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 I sometimes joked to my girlfriend that I should have my legs shortened. When someone loves you, they love you just as you are. Sigh. And it's true. Tall girls are sexy!!!! Link to post Share on other sites
MrPot Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 I think tall girls are hot. Many guys do. Just be more confident about yourself. Most guys don't want a woman MUCH taller than they are, but a couple inches usually doesn't matter. You can probably find many men in the 5-10 range and higher who would date you. Link to post Share on other sites
ReluctantRomeo Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 I think tall girls are hot. Many guys do. Fully agree And if you're a tall guy, it's great to have someone who is at the right height to gaze into your eyes when you're walking together or doing the stuff of everyday life Link to post Share on other sites
magichands Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 And if you're a tall guy, it's great to have someone who is at the right height to gaze into your eyes when you're walking together or doing the stuff of everyday life A sweet notion - but for me, eye gazing has nothing to do with height. Quite frankly, any dude that finds you intimidating because of your height isn't worth your time. But again, I regress back to what I was saying - being accepted exactly as you are is what is all about. Link to post Share on other sites
ReluctantRomeo Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 A sweet notion - but for me, eye gazing has nothing to do with height. Try dating a girl who's almost your height You will always be catching each other's gaze - one of those happy facts of life Link to post Share on other sites
littlekitty Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 In the words of Bridget Jones, the right man will love you just the way you are! Besides, you're model hight, how could that be bad?! Link to post Share on other sites
magichands Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Try dating a girl who's almost your height You will always be catching each other's gaze - one of those happy facts of life Applies to any couple! It's more about the timing than the height. Link to post Share on other sites
morrigan Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 I think it's really easy (especially at 19) to feel awkward about yourself in comparison to other people. I'm only 5'10, but I felt like Pippy Longstocking in high school--all the short cute girls seemed to get the attention. Now I love being my height--I wish I could be as tall as you are! It may seem hard, but being confident about yourself, dressing the way you want to instead of dressing to somehow camouflage your height, is more likely to attract people. There will be guys that will find you attractive. Someone genuinely interested in the real you will see your height as another attractive element that sets you out from the crowd. Link to post Share on other sites
typical Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 instead of dressing to somehow camouflage your height Isnt that kind of like trying to block a giraffe with a potted house plant? Link to post Share on other sites
morrigan Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Isnt that kind of like trying to block a giraffe with a potted house plant? Can't speak for the OP, in my case, my teenage years were like being a brachiosaurus looking for a gigantic fern to hide behind. But how many people felt great about their looks as a teenager? Modeling agencies would probably love to have the OP work for them. Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Don't try to hide your height. Embrace it. You may feel awkward now, but as you gain confidence you will carry yourself differently and learn to see your height as something beautiful. Why do you think models are all tall? LEGS, girlfriend. It's all about the legs. So show yours! Short girls can't carry off a lot of the fashions that tall girls can; I suggest asking a fashion expert how to best dress your frame. You may want to also start engaging in activities where height is a bonus; basketball is the obvious sport. There's also volleyball. Tall people are often perceived as having more authority; you may do very well in fields that require a lot of public speaking. I've always wished I could tack another inch or two onto my height. I'm average height while my sister is quite tall. She has always looked leggy and lean while I've always been more curvy and....well, 'average' Link to post Share on other sites
blind_otter Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 The grass is always greener. I'm short, and I feel like a child. Sometimes I sit on public toilets and my feet dangle down and don't touch the floor. And I have to ask people to reach for things for me. Methinks it isn't the height issue affecting your mojo. I would tend to think it's the self consciousness you may project because you are uncomfortable with your height. There's no way to get shorter. But you could just learn how to feel comfortable in your own skin and project an aura of confidence. Also, try vacationing in northern europe. I swear there are giants there. I was standing at a stoplight in Amsterdam next to this huge guy who was almost 2 ft. taller than me, whose hands looked like two big bunches of bananas. Link to post Share on other sites
trebon Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Tall girls are WAY more sexy, they have an air of grace naturally and are just fab! Shame i'm only 5'8" ! I think its easier for girls height wise 'cos there are loads of guys who like tall girls and loads who like short but i've never met a woman who likes short guys! - Make the most of what youve got because its a gift! Link to post Share on other sites
Darkwall Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 my best friend shares your concerns. She is so picky about finding a man who is the same height. So picky in fact.... that she is much older than you and still single. So, i ask you... is height really that important? I'd kill to be taller! But, unfortunately I can't stop or control "nature or gravity". Look on the bright side... they say as we get older we get shorter. Great!! Bad news for me. EXCELLENT news for you. Hey! If someone the same height as you is important than... Maybe your mister right is a sports buff. (basketball)? Lotsa cute and wonderful male posibilities in that deptartment. My advice, is love yourself. Tall or short, whatever, will be knocking on your door before you know it. Link to post Share on other sites
magichands Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 My advice, is love yourself. She's got it - in a nutshell. Beautifully put! Now... if only my ears didn't stick out so much... Link to post Share on other sites
Darkwall Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 Thanks magichands. Now only if my boyfriend had "magichands". I would never have been on this site. So you see Ms. lucky beautiful tall girl... your "problem" isn't really a problem. It's a gift. You just haven't realised it yet. Link to post Share on other sites
Darkwall Posted July 21, 2006 Share Posted July 21, 2006 OH! I almost forgot... with magic hands like that do you really think anyone will notice your ears? I didn't. I was so consumed with your words. Hey, you're telling her to love herself? You should take your own advice. Link to post Share on other sites
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