CrystalCastles Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 BBC News - A Point of View: Why short men make better husbands I guess according to this article, short men can no longer complain about being short. Opinions? 1
gaius Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 Yoda was pretty short, so it makes sense to me. 6
Els Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I hope this was tongue in cheek... Seriously, I'm totally fine with 'short' guys, my SO is 5'7" (although that's still a good half foot taller than me). But I doubt his height influenced his personality - if he'd been a few inches taller or shorter he'd still be the same person inside.
M30USA Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 Short men have to be good husbands because they know women are naturally attracted to tall men. So they have to overcompensate, much in the same way that an unattractive woman has to overcompensate and generally makes a better wife. This is all basic to me. 8
NJ123 Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I'm only 5'7" so I suppose I'll make a good husband. 1
cerridwen Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I'm only 5'7" so I suppose I'll make a good husband. Once osteoporosis hits, I bet you'll make an even better one. 9
NJ123 Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 Once osteoporosis hits, I bet you'll make an even better one. lol damn. that really hurt. 2
Author CrystalCastles Posted October 6, 2014 Author Posted October 6, 2014 I hope this was tongue in cheek... Seriously, I'm totally fine with 'short' guys, my SO is 5'7" (although that's still a good half foot taller than me). But I doubt his height influenced his personality - if he'd been a few inches taller or shorter he'd still be the same person inside. It was. My SO is 5'5/5'6, and I'm 5'11. If we ever marry, I already know he'll make a great husband. But I already knew that without the article's help lol. 6
Cristo Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 According to this article, short men make better husbands because they're desperate. What about guys like myself, a short man that's not desperate? Does this still apply to me? 1
Natsu21 Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I don't think men on here are going to feel better reading this article. In fact, they're going to feel insulted. That's like saying that you have to act a certain way because you possess an external trait not at all desireable to the opposite sex. Telling a short guy that they'll make a better husband just reiterates that they have to settle for being single cause girls won't talk to them otherwise. Even worse, that when those girls get dumped by the said taller guys, after using them, you're their consolation prize. Doesn't exactly give any of us hope, not to mention that it's a broad generalization based on observances and has no basis in fact whatsoever. Anyone can either be a great husband or a crappy one, regardless of height. 2
Cristo Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I don't think men on here are going to feel better reading this article. In fact, they're going to feel insulted. That's like saying that you have to act a certain way because you possess an external trait not at all desireable to the opposite sex. Telling a short guy that they'll make a better husband just reiterates that they have to settle for being single cause girls won't talk to them otherwise. Even worse, that when those girls get dumped by the said taller guys, after using them, you're their consolation prize. Doesn't exactly give any of us hope, not to mention that it's a broad generalization based on observances and has no basis in fact whatsoever. Anyone can either be a great husband or a crappy one, regardless of height. I still think that a good idea for struggling short men is relocation. Unless you are VERY short (below 5'4ish), you will be average or even slightly tall some place in the world. For example, height has always been a disadvantage for me in the US, but it's a non-issue in Asia.
Els Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I still think that a good idea for struggling short men is relocation. Unless you are VERY short (below 5'4ish), you will be average or even slightly tall some place in the world. For example, height has always been a disadvantage for me in the US, but it's a non-issue in Asia. This is quite true - apparently there was a poll conducted among women in Japan and the ideal height for men was supposedly around 170-180 cm. I read that in a popular blog ages ago and lost the link now, but it sounds about right. On the other hand there are typically other 'requirements' for men in Asia, and it will be difficult for you unless you fulfill them. 1
Els Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 So basically, marry a dwarf. Peter Dinklage is taken. 3
Author CrystalCastles Posted October 6, 2014 Author Posted October 6, 2014 Peter Dinklage is taken. I know, eh? So upsetting! 2
Els Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I know, eh? So upsetting! His wife is apparently a lovely woman, though!
Pyro Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 So being that I am 5'8 does that mean that Elswyth's SO will be a slightly better husband than me? 4
Cristo Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) This is quite true - apparently there was a poll conducted among women in Japan and the ideal height for men was supposedly around 170-180 cm. I read that in a popular blog ages ago and lost the link now, but it sounds about right. On the other hand there are typically other 'requirements' for men in Asia, and it will be difficult for you unless you fulfill them. I'm not talking ideals. In general, Asian women tend to be very short. Even if most of them prefer a guy taller than them, then short guys will do very well. Edited October 6, 2014 by a LoveShack.org Moderator
Els Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 So being that I am 5'8 does that mean that Elswyth's SO will be a slightly better husband than me? 1.47% better, to be precise. 5
Pyro Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 1.47% better, to be precise. SD has us both beat. 1
Cristo Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I think you missed my point entirely. Do you know how tall 170 cm is? I hadn't even explained what the 'requirements' were, and what you say is not true, but I'll just report you for going off-topic instead of arguing with you here. You went off-topic first. So I hope you plan on reporting yourself. Yes, 170 cm is 5'7. However, average height for females in Asian countries ranges anywhere from 4'11 to 5'3. So 5'4-5'6 would be within the desired range if women are okay with a guy just a bit taller than them, whereas that height is anything but desirable in western countries.
Els Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 So 5'4-5'6 would be within the desired range if women are okay with a guy just a bit taller than them, whereas that height is anything but desirable in western countries. ... Yes, 5'4" - 5'6" is closer to that range than 6'5". For many girls, taller is not always better. Do you get my point now?
NYWoman Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 I am a taller woman. Most men I dated are taller then me. My first H was shorter than my by several inches. Great husband and fantastic lover.
LoneIsland Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 ... Yes, 5'4" - 5'6" is closer to that range than 6'5". For many girls, taller is not always better. Do you get my point now? Taller offers better protection. It depends on the woman's past experience and her insecurities. Tall guys and short guys have different strategies when dealing with threats. We shorties tends to be more devious and tactical. 1
Got it Posted October 6, 2014 Posted October 6, 2014 Short men have to be good husbands because they know women are naturally attracted to tall men. So they have to overcompensate, much in the same way that an unattractive woman has to overcompensate and generally makes a better wife. This is all basic to me. Yes because what a crappy outcome. To have to be a better person and significant other. Darn you short guys!!!
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