My 48 Hours of Internet Dating

[Wolf18]

So I messaged about 10 women on OKCupid, I was shocked at how many women on there were compatible with me in interests, way of thinking ,etc , judging from their profiles (a stark difference from Plenty of fish and other free sites I've looked at, where the women either look vapid, very unattractive, or unattainable).

 

I got 3 responses out of 10, which is apparently amazing for a guy on an internet dating site, but they didnt go anywhere. I just wrote them all one liners to see if they'd respond at first (usually a little smart ass comment about their profile or pointing out a rare similarity) then wrote a real solicitations in return.

 

 

One girl was very similar to me. Interested in Italian cannibal films from the 70's (LOL, yes we both had that as interests) , she seemed very excited to talk to me. And everything was going well, then inexplicably, she started writing 1 word answers. I didn't bother to ask what was wrong, I don't care, but I think I know what happened.

 

I looked up her forum posts, and there was one about her lamenting about how lonely she felt in NYC and how she wanted to date someone so badly, but can't find a compatible in personality guy whose taller than her (she was 5'11). I'm 5'8 , so it's a pretty good guess to think she rejected me for being 3 inches shorter. I think it's a lot rarer to find someone who has very specific tastes like these in common with you, and hence more valuable, than it is to find someone whose taller or shorter or any other idiocy. Oh well, hopefuly she will die alone .

 

 

Girl number two seemed to think I was funny and attractive, but then she asked some political questions and decided that everything we had in common meant nothing because we have some somewhat different political views

 

Girl number 3, she kept visiting my profile over and over throughout the day so I messaged her. She seemed like a girl I could get along with. But alas, she said I didn't make enough money (I have 20,000 dollars or less down as my income) and hence I'm not "ambitious" (girl talk for rich). I'm 23 years old and she's 20 and in school (i'm finishing school next semster btw), what the hell does she need so called "ambition" for?

 

 

I liked OK Cupid a lot. The options seem limitless and the way it matches people is one of the best I've ever seen. But people (codeword for women) ruin everything with their triteness and superficiality of course.

 

Just another dead end.

[colliejoanie]

Girl number 3, she kept visiting my profile over and over throughout the day so I messaged her. She seemed like a girl I could get along with. But alas, she said I didn't make enough money (I have 20,000 dollars or less down as my income) and hence I'm not "ambitious" (girl talk for rich). I'm 23 years old and she's 20 and in school (i'm finishing school next semster btw), what the hell does she need so called "ambition" for?

 

 

I liked OK Cupid a lot. The options seem limitless and the way it matches people is one of the best I've ever seen. But people (codeword for women) ruin everything with their triteness and superficiality of course.

 

Just another dead end.

 

You're right......3 out of ten in 48 hours is not too shabby. I wouldn't give up if I were you.

 

I am a little taken aback with the girl behind door number 3........SERIOULY???? A 20 year old college student had the balls to judge a 23 year old on his "ambition"? That's unbelievable to me!!!

[aj22one]

Online dating is just rigged against men. I was on Okcupid for a few months a long time ago and never got a single reply despite messaging women with similar interests (and similar political beliefs) and messaging women who kept visiting my profile. Something about these dating sites that brings out the worst women imaginable I guess. Nothing much you can do about it.

Edited January 11, 2012 by aj22one

[Dust]

So I messaged about 10 women on OKCupid, I was shocked at how many women on there were compatible with me in interests, way of thinking ,etc , judging from their profiles (a stark difference from Plenty of fish and other free sites I've looked at, where the women either look vapid, very unattractive, or unattainable).

 

I got 3 responses out of 10, which is apparently amazing for a guy on an internet dating site, but they didnt go anywhere. I just wrote them all one liners to see if they'd respond at first (usually a little smart ass comment about their profile or pointing out a rare similarity) then wrote a real solicitations in return.

 

I don't internet date... but OKCupid is a favorite site of the girls because they get to answer all those gay questions and find matches that way.

 

Why are you doing online dating? I see atleast 5 hot chicks in real life on an ordinary day. Over the weekend it's got to be hundreds. When you hit on a girl in real life you're already on the meeting phase.

 

Look if you want to do the OKCupid for fun instead of posting her go for it. But don't rely on it. Let it be a happy wow this sht worked if it does. You need to be hitting on women in real life.

 

3 out of 10 is realy good. 3 out of 100 wouldn't be that bad either. If I did internet dating I would have msged every single hot chick with in my search area weather it be 100-100. Just a one liner like "Do you fck lucky?"

 

 

One girl was very similar to me. Interested in Italian cannibal films from the 70's (LOL, yes we both had that as interests) , she seemed very excited to talk to me. And everything was going well, then inexplicably, she started writing 1 word answers. I didn't bother to ask what was wrong, I don't care, but I think I know what happened.

 

I looked up her forum posts, and there was one about her lamenting about how lonely she felt in NYC and how she wanted to date someone so badly, but can't find a compatible in personality guy whose taller than her (she was 5'11). I'm 5'8 , so it's a pretty good guess to think she rejected me for being 3 inches shorter. I think it's a lot rarer to find someone who has very specific tastes like these in common with you, and hence more valuable, than it is to find someone whose taller or shorter or any other idiocy. Oh well, hopefuly she will die alone .

 

Look I wouldn't give up on her. I think you got to chatty Cathy on her. Just call her out for something fun. Find a movie showing at a theatre and invite her out to see it. Just throw it out there. Yeah if you were a tall guy life would be easier with women. But if you're a big guy in heart and make her feel like you're big it won't matter that you're shorter then her. You should get some boots with big heels.. like cowboy boots for the first date. Just wear that with jeans you'll look taller then normal. And just be confident.

 

 

Girl number two seemed to think I was funny and attractive' date=' but then she asked some political questions and decided that everything we had in common meant nothing because we have some somewhat different political views [/quote']

 

You should have avoided the topic by being funny. You don't need to be talking about taxes, war, and your stance on abortion and gay mariage when you've just met some one. I'm Republican and I've dated many a Democrat babe. You should try again with her and just ask her out. Say you think its a shame such a pretty girl would dump you because of politics and that you'd really like to see her. Don't talk politics with girls you've just started dating or are trying to date!

 

Girl number 3' date=' she kept visiting my profile over and over throughout the day so I messaged her. She seemed like a girl I could get along with. But alas, she said I didn't make enough money (I have 20,000 dollars or less down as my income) and hence I'm not "ambitious" (girl talk for rich). I'm 23 years old and she's 20 and in school (i'm finishing school next semster btw), what the hell does she need so called "ambition" for? [/quote']

 

under 20k and still in school is fine. I'd avoid letting girls know how much you make. Girls watch soap operas where they never even find out what kind of job a person works after all the years of watching. Do you know how many girls I've met who don't know what their dads do for a living... too many.

 

Just don't talk about money and if some one asks give them that old line "I don't like to talk about money" if they need asurance say "I'm not worried about money I make enough and have goals set for my life." I wouldn't give up on her either. Try her again with I graduate soon so things should be changing. If she's cute you could have some fun with her. She's only 20 so she may grow up a bit and stop being a retard about money requirements.

 

 

I liked OK Cupid a lot. The options seem limitless and the way it matches people is one of the best I've ever seen. But people (codeword for women) ruin everything with their triteness and superficiality of course.

 

Just another dead end.

 

Yeah it seems the best of the free sites... BUT DO REAL LIFE. Like I said just today when I barely went out I saw like 5 or 6 hot chicks. One said "hi" to me and I was like "thanks!" haha

 

You're right......3 out of ten in 48 hours is not too shabby. I wouldn't give up if I were you.

 

I am a little taken aback with the girl behind door number 3........SERIOULY???? A 20 year old college student had the balls to judge a 23 year old on his "ambition"? That's unbelievable to me!!!

You'd be shocked. The uglier and bigger a loser a girl is the more judgy she likely is. Thats why I only go for girls I'm really into and laugh when people tell other guys on here to lower standards.

 

Did you ever see the seinfeld where the cashier dumps Jerry because she needs to date a man that she can respect what he does... she didn't like his act.

[jobaba]

One girl was very similar to me. Interested in Italian cannibal films from the 70's (LOL, yes we both had that as interests) , she seemed very excited to talk to me. And everything was going well, then inexplicably, she started writing 1 word answers. I didn't bother to ask what was wrong, I don't care, but I think I know what happened.

 

First off, good for you man. Getting' yourself out there and playin' the numbers.

 

The only comment I have is on common interests. They're not as important as you think. I'm big into cheezy 80s horror movies and sports. I've found that most of the women I've ever met who are into those things are shallow party sorority types who would not be right for me. So, don't necessarily think someone is your match just because they like Dario Argento flicks.

 

I think more important is finding someone who matches your temperament. I've found the type of career that someone goes into says something about that. Sometimes.

 

Also, would you date a woman 3 inches taller than you?

[Chii]

Online dating is just rigged against men. I was on Okcupid for a few months a long time ago and never got a single reply despite messaging women with similar interests (and similar political beliefs) and messaging women who kept visiting my profile. Something about these dating sites that brings out the worst women imaginable I guess. Nothing much you can do about it.

 

If you notice on OKC, I think it's safe to say that 99% of the women on there have a 'replies very selectively' and most likely have endless amounts of replys from guys. If they've got a 'replies often', it's most likely an attention whore. Haha, can't win.

[Anela]

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You'd be shocked. The uglier and bigger a loser a girl is the more judgy she likely is.

 

That isn't true, I've heard it's the prettier ones who are more judgemental (princesses) in general.

 

And I'm so tired of hearing about "standards" in regards to beauty. the most beautiful = the most deserving. Hate that.

[Anela]

If you notice on OKC, I think it's safe to say that 99% of the women on there have a 'replies very selectively' and most likely have endless amounts of replys from guys. If they've got a 'replies often', it's most likely an attention whore. Haha, can't win.

 

I've had "replies often" because I decided I should respond to just about everyone, to be polite.

 

*flips hairs, and storms out of thread*

 

Really, from the way you guys talk, most women can't win in any way.

The one girl likes men who are taller than her, and is 5'11. That's a preference that she shouldn't be insulted for (just as you guys here tend to say that men shouldn't be judged for wanting the young hotties, or whatever). The second girl had a legitimate concern with the politics; I know a lot of people who would worry about being too different from a partner politically. The third one does sound shallow, but then she has a right to be, too, considering so many men are defended for being shallow. Were all of these girls "hot"?

[aj22one]

I've had "replies often" because I decided I should respond to just about everyone, to be polite.

 

*flips hairs, and storms out of thread*

 

Really, from the way you guys talk, most women can't win in any way.

The one girl likes men who are taller than her, and is 5'11. That's a preference that she shouldn't be insulted for (just as you guys here tend to say that men shouldn't be judged for wanting the young hotties, or whatever). The second girl had a legitimate concern with the politics; I know a lot of people who would worry about being too different from a partner politically. The third one does sound shallow, but then she has a right to be, too, considering so many men are defended for being shallow. Were all of these girls "hot"?

 

Haha. Well, you can choose to be offended by the posts in this thread if you want, but in general women online are much more finicky than women in real life. I'm not really an online dating expert so I'll let much more qualified people figure why this is, but this is just my experience with it. Men are much better off approaching women in real life than online. You women can go online if you want, just don't encourage men to do so without making them aware of the reality.

 

We all get judged for something in this world, fair or unfair. Fact is, a 5'11" chick looking for a taller guy is going to have a rougher time in the dating world since she'll be facing more competition for a fewer number of men. I don't feel sorry for her at all if she's having a hard time finding someone with those kinds of standards.

[colliejoanie]

Haha. Well, you can choose to be offended by the posts in this thread if you want, but in general women online are much more finicky than women in real life. I'm not really an online dating expert so I'll let much more qualified people figure why this is, but this is just my experience with it. Men are much better off approaching women in real life than online. You women can go online if you want, just don't encourage men to do so without making them aware of the reality.

 

We all get judged for something in this world, fair or unfair. Fact is, a 5'11" chick looking for a taller guy is going to have a rougher time in the dating world since she'll be facing more competition for a fewer number of men. I don't feel sorry for her at all if she's having a hard time finding someone with those kinds of standards.

 

"those kinds of standards"??????? This makes me sad. I'm 5'10". While I have absolutely dated people shorter, I would LOVE to find someone taller....it makes me feel more feminine. More capable of being defended....It makes me feel like I'm not an amazon;). If someone judges me on how i feel because of my height (which I have no control over) that's pretty lame.

[aj22one]

"those kinds of standards"??????? This makes me sad. I'm 5'10". While I have absolutely dated people shorter, I would LOVE to find someone taller....it makes me feel more feminine. More capable of being defended....It makes me feel like I'm not an amazon;). If someone judges me on how i feel because of my height (which I have no control over) that's pretty lame.

 

Well look, if you're open to dating anyone but would prefer a certain type that's one thing. But to say "I will absolutely not date anyone shorter than 6 foot" is an entirely different matter. And yeah people in the latter category would have a tougher time because there are fewer tall people out there than there are people of average height. It's simple mathematics. And no I wouldn't feel sorry for someone who had those rigid standards and couldn't get a date. Same for men and any of their ridiculous standards.

 

And hey, I'm a white guy who only dates Indian and Middle Eastern women. That's definitely limiting my dating pool, but I don't expect anyone to feel sorry for me. I have a great gf now, but if I were to be single I would understand that my pickiness does sometimes mean a dry spell.

[mammamia1]

Oh well, hopefuly she will die alone .

 

That's pretty mean.

On another note, you shouldn't list your income because that'd be a turn off for many girls.

 

I'm a young girl and haven't had much luck with OKC either. There's one guy I liked and tried to set up meeting, but we emailed back and forth for over 1 month and couldn't set up meeting (due to him being busy). I'm tired of the back and forth, so I deleted my profile.

 

The larger reason is I feel OLD is too contrived. I much prefer to meet someone in real life.

[Wolf18]

I don't internet date... but OKCupid is a favorite site of the girls because they get to answer all those gay questions and find matches that way.

 

Why are you doing online dating? I see atleast 5 hot chicks in real life on an ordinary day. Over the weekend it's got to be hundreds. When you hit on a girl in real life you're already on the meeting phase.

 

Look if you want to do the OKCupid for fun instead of posting her go for it. But don't rely on it. Let it be a happy wow this sht worked if it does. You need to be hitting on women in real life.

 

3 out of 10 is realy good. 3 out of 100 wouldn't be that bad either. If I did internet dating I would have msged every single hot chick with in my search area weather it be 100-100. Just a one liner like "Do you fck lucky?"

 

 

 

 

Look I wouldn't give up on her. I think you got to chatty Cathy on her. Just call her out for something fun. Find a movie showing at a theatre and invite her out to see it. Just throw it out there. Yeah if you were a tall guy life would be easier with women. But if you're a big guy in heart and make her feel like you're big it won't matter that you're shorter then her. You should get some boots with big heels.. like cowboy boots for the first date. Just wear that with jeans you'll look taller then normal. And just be confident.

 

 

 

 

You should have avoided the topic by being funny. You don't need to be talking about taxes, war, and your stance on abortion and gay mariage when you've just met some one. I'm Republican and I've dated many a Democrat babe. You should try again with her and just ask her out. Say you think its a shame such a pretty girl would dump you because of politics and that you'd really like to see her. Don't talk politics with girls you've just started dating or are trying to date!

 

 

 

under 20k and still in school is fine. I'd avoid letting girls know how much you make. Girls watch soap operas where they never even find out what kind of job a person works after all the years of watching. Do you know how many girls I've met who don't know what their dads do for a living... too many.

 

Just don't talk about money and if some one asks give them that old line "I don't like to talk about money" if they need asurance say "I'm not worried about money I make enough and have goals set for my life." I wouldn't give up on her either. Try her again with I graduate soon so things should be changing. If she's cute you could have some fun with her. She's only 20 so she may grow up a bit and stop being a retard about money requirements.

 

 

 

 

Yeah it seems the best of the free sites... BUT DO REAL LIFE. Like I said just today when I barely went out I saw like 5 or 6 hot chicks. One said "hi" to me and I was like "thanks!" haha

 

 

You'd be shocked. The uglier and bigger a loser a girl is the more judgy she likely is. Thats why I only go for girls I'm really into and laugh when people tell other guys on here to lower standards.

 

Did you ever see the seinfeld where the cashier dumps Jerry because she needs to date a man that she can respect what he does... she didn't like his act.

 

Real life is indeed more viable, but it's easier to find women with common interests online.

 

I'm a big sponsor of the "hit on every woman you see" philosophy, but to be honest, I want to connect with a girl and have things in common with her.

 

I'm sure if I hit on 100 women , one will like me enough for sex. But I think at this point I want long term companionship.

 

First off, good for you man. Getting' yourself out there and playin' the numbers.

 

The only comment I have is on common interests. They're not as important as you think. I'm big into cheezy 80s horror movies and sports. I've found that most of the women I've ever met who are into those things are shallow party sorority types who would not be right for me. So, don't necessarily think someone is your match just because they like Dario Argento flicks.

 

I think more important is finding someone who matches your temperament. I've found the type of career that someone goes into says something about that. Sometimes.

 

Also, would you date a woman 3 inches taller than you? [/Quote]

 

Of course I would. If I wouldn't, I wouldnt of messaged her.

 

Really, from the way you guys talk, most women can't win in any way.

The one girl likes men who are taller than her, and is 5'11. That's a preference that she shouldn't be insulted for (just as you guys here tend to say that men shouldn't be judged for wanting the young hotties, or whatever). The second girl had a legitimate concern with the politics; I know a lot of people who would worry about being too different from a partner politically. The third one does sound shallow, but then she has a right to be, too, considering so many men are defended for being shallow. Were all of these girls "hot"? [/Quote]

 

I feel like I'm entitled to insult her for it, and in fact will insult her for it right now.

 

All you do is defend the silliness of these women. The real joke is that they feel lonely and are dying for male attention, yet will prevent a decent guy like me who genuinely wants to love and protect from getting with them for the stupidest reasons.

 

 

"those kinds of standards"??????? This makes me sad. I'm 5'10". While I have absolutely dated people shorter, I would LOVE to find someone taller....it makes me feel more feminine. More capable of being defended....It makes me feel like I'm not an amazon;). If someone judges me on how i feel because of my height (which I have no control over) that's pretty lame. [/Quote]

 

 

I promise you that I can protect you, regardless of your height or mine. But somehow, a few inches decides a mans bravery or prowess in combat most men laugh at this concept of men being "better protectors" just because they're...tall, but you're not going to change womens minds about it I suppose.

 

I'm not even going to pretend to try and fight against this typical womanism but let's just say that the 6'3 Napoleon Dynamite isn't going to save you from getting killed or robbed

 

That's pretty mean.

On another note, you shouldn't list your income because that'd be a turn off for many girls.

 

I'm a young girl and haven't had much luck with OKC either. There's one guy I liked and tried to set up meeting, but we emailed back and forth for over 1 month and couldn't set up meeting (due to him being busy). I'm tired of the back and forth, so I deleted my profile.

 

The larger reason is I feel OLD is too contrived. I much prefer to meet someone in real life. [/Quote]

 

what should I do then, lie about my income?

 

How about I just not date. Yes, that will be my action in the end. I'm sick of women judging me for the dumbest things or things I can't control.

Edited January 11, 2012 by Wolf18

[irc333]

"those kinds of standards"??????? This makes me sad. I'm 5'10". While I have absolutely dated people shorter, I would LOVE to find someone taller....it makes me feel more feminine. More capable of being defended....It makes me feel like I'm not an amazon;). If someone judges me on how i feel because of my height (which I have no control over) that's pretty lame.

 

Well, at least you're open to dating shorter men.....not many women would admit to what you just admitted to.

[Wolf18]

My advice to men at the end of this experiment:

 

Ignore women; stay home and jack off to internet porn.

[kaylan]

Girl 1. I mean you have to understand for women height is linked to attraction. I couldnt date a girl I had things in common with but wasnt attracted to. I know you couldnt either.

 

Girl 2. People tend to date those with similar views in life. Politics can be a big view. They can show how you look at important social issues, gender issues, racial issues, financial issues. Personally I could not happily date a girl who leaned to the right. I tend to like women who are more liberal, centrist, or libertarian.

 

Girl 3. Did she specifically mention how much money you made? I put over 1 million in my profile for fun. Honestly her saying you lacked ambition was an excuse. If a girl is attracted to you, she wont look for reasons to dislike you. Either way shes an idiot for dogging you about school, considering the fact that you both are in college. I never had this problem. Every girl ive talked to saw education as ambition. So that girl was making an excuse.

 

 

Dont give up on online dating though. Use it as a supplement to real life.

[irc333]

Girl 1. I mean you have to understand for women height is linked to attraction. I couldnt date a girl I had things in common with but wasnt attracted to. I know you couldnt either.

 

That seems to be my problem, I'd find a woman online....would get excited of even how OBSCURE our common interests and way of thinking are, contact her, only to be ignored.

 

Chacnes are, she didn't like my physical appearance for whatever reason.

 

In person, she'd probably all over the opportunity to date me.

[EnigmaticClarity]

One girl was very similar to me. Interested in Italian cannibal films from the 70's (LOL, yes we both had that as interests) , she seemed very excited to talk to me. And everything was going well, then inexplicably, she started writing 1 word answers.

 

How many emails did you exchange before the answers started getting short?

[EnigmaticClarity]

under 20k and still in school is fine. I'd avoid letting girls know how much you make. Girls watch soap operas where they never even find out what kind of job a person works after all the years of watching. Do you know how many girls I've met who don't know what their dads do for a living... too many.

 

Just don't talk about money and if some one asks give them that old line "I don't like to talk about money" if they need asurance say "I'm not worried about money I make enough and have goals set for my life."

 

Agree. I never mention what I make on dating sites. What's the point? Whether you're dirt poor or filthy rich, if money factors at all into her decision, she's probably not someone you want to date anyway. They can guess a range of how much you make based upon your career situation--that should be enough for a stranger. I've never listed money and never been asked how much I make, and if someone did, it'd be a turn-off.

[EnigmaticClarity]

"those kinds of standards"??????? This makes me sad. I'm 5'10". While I have absolutely dated people shorter, I would LOVE to find someone taller....it makes me feel more feminine. More capable of being defended....It makes me feel like I'm not an amazon;). If someone judges me on how i feel because of my height (which I have no control over) that's pretty lame.

 

Perfectly understandable--I have similar preferences. Having said that, why do you feel the need to defend it? Regardless of your own height, using that as a criteria for judging other people is shallow no matter how you slice it. Own your shallowness like I own mine!

[AlexDP]

Well look, if you're open to dating anyone but would prefer a certain type that's one thing. But to say "I will absolutely not date anyone shorter than 6 foot" is an entirely different matter. And yeah people in the latter category would have a tougher time because there are fewer tall people out there than there are people of average height. It's simple mathematics. And no I wouldn't feel sorry for someone who had those rigid standards and couldn't get a date. Same for men and any of their ridiculous standards.

 

And hey, I'm a white guy who only dates Indian and Middle Eastern women. That's definitely limiting my dating pool, but I don't expect anyone to feel sorry for me. I have a great gf now, but if I were to be single I would understand that my pickiness does sometimes mean a dry spell.

 

The reason you're not dating IRL isn't that you're shorter than 6 inches. You don't have to be so bitter about it. The reason is that you're a little bitch. Yeah, you read that right. Stop whining! Be someone FFS. But no, you'd rather investigate who is more judgmental: women online or women IRL. Thereby completely ignoring the fact that they are most likely the same women. So what this girl doesn't find people shorter than 6 foot attractive? **** what she thinks, there's always someone else.

[aj22one]

The reason you're not dating IRL isn't that you're shorter than 6 inches. You don't have to be so bitter about it. The reason is that you're a little bitch. Yeah, you read that right. Stop whining! Be someone FFS. But no, you'd rather investigate who is more judgmental: women online or women IRL. Thereby completely ignoring the fact that they are most likely the same women. So what this girl doesn't find people shorter than 6 foot attractive? **** what she thinks, there's always someone else.

 

Why are you directing this at me??? I've stated plenty of times on this forum (and in this very thread) that I tried online dating and it didn't work for me, but that meeting women offline through friends, social networking, parties, and even randomly has worked far better. I also said other men should do the same and skip online dating.

 

I'm somewhat of a picky guy but I do alright (currently in a relationship with a wonderful woman). And for the record I'm 6'1", much taller than six inches.

Edited January 11, 2012 by aj22one

[AlexDP]

I quoted the wrong post lol. It was meant for Wolf18.

 

Just to be clear though: I also disagree with you.

[jobaba]

Really, from the way you guys talk, most women can't win in any way.

The one girl likes men who are taller than her, and is 5'11. That's a preference that she shouldn't be insulted for (just as you guys here tend to say that men shouldn't be judged for wanting the young hotties, or whatever).

 

Girl 1. I mean you have to understand for women height is linked to attraction. I couldnt date a girl I had things in common with but wasnt attracted to. I know you couldnt either.

 

"those kinds of standards"??????? This makes me sad. I'm 5'10". While I have absolutely dated people shorter, I would LOVE to find someone taller....it makes me feel more feminine. More capable of being defended....It makes me feel like I'm not an amazon;). If someone judges me on how i feel because of my height (which I have no control over) that's pretty lame.

 

Of course I would. If I wouldn't, I wouldnt of messaged her.

 

I feel like I'm entitled to insult her for it, and in fact will insult her for it right now.

 

 

The fact of the matter is a woman 3 inches taller than a man would make an odd looking couple to shallow idiotic onlookers.

 

She is not willing to overlook that because she has other options. Wolf is willing to overlook that. Therefore, he is less shallow.

 

Wolf is by FAR the one closer to average height for his gender, yet she is rejecting him.

 

Let that disparity sink into your heads for a moment...

 

...and understand why women are more shallow than men.

 

Also, on the protection issue, protected from what ... jackals, gargoyles? If you think it'll look funny when you're wearing heels, making the guy up to 6 to 7 inches shorter, I understand, but the protection thing is stupid. Unless you want a guy who's going to get into bar fights who you have to bail out of jail.

[EnigmaticClarity]

Also, on the protection issue, protected from what ... jackals, gargoyles? If you think it'll look funny when you're wearing heels, making the guy up to 6 to 7 inches shorter, I understand, but the protection thing is stupid. Unless you want a guy who's going to get into bar fights who you have to bail out of jail.

 

The particularly dumb part of this relatively common female perception is that height matters about ten times less with regards to "protection" than bone density, yet women prefer a tall, thin guy to a short-but-stocky guy built like a football player even though the short-but-stocky guy has a natural advantage in the amount of punishment he can take and dish out over the taller, thinner guy.

 

It's a weird, shallow preference. But I'm totally fine with it, the vast majority of people have weird, shallow preferences, including myself.

Edited January 11, 2012 by EnigmaticClarity