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How to attract people ? - Superdave

I was in a relationship for 1 month, I loved the girl very much. I get attached to girls very fast, as soon as I feel I like them I get attached very quickly. She dumped me for no apparent reason, except that she said I was sometimes rude with her, verbally speaking.

Honestly, I don't think I'm rude, I'm everybody's friend ! It has been a year now, and I think I overcame it now. I lost my only good female friend though, and I'm very lonely even though I have many male friends. I was wondering, what should I do to be more attractive to girls (I'm 21 years old ?)

I'm 220 pounds, which may be an issue, but I don't really think so for most of you girls out there. Am I right ? I'm 5"11, short hair, my teeth are white and straight. What am I missing ?

People told me : smile more, wear brighter clothing. What else ? Must I absolutely lose weight ? Where are the girls ? What do they want to hear/do ? I'm getting *very* lonely here :(

I really would appreciate any general advice about how to attract girls.

From: just a girl

I don't think your weight is really a problem I guess. It really depends on how you carry it. The #1 thing to attract girls is to always be a gentleman. Charm is always a favorite. Some- how alot of men forget that as their relationships progress. They forget to open doors, say thank you for things they may think should be taken for granted. Always be as polite to someone you are involved with as you would be to an elder you truly respect. #1. Charm #2. Don't talk about yourself alot, ask about her. People love to talk about themselves. Truly listen though.

From: Superdave

Hi girl,

I think you are right, although some girls might be annoyed by a guy that is ALWAYS acting like a gentlemen. Well... wait, I think I'm wrong : I told myself, when our relationship began, that I would stay natural, without forcing myself into unusual or special behaviour or excessive "attention" towards her. I guess I was definitely wrong on that one.

As for not talking about ourselves too much, I also think you are right. A friend introduced me to his new girlfriend and later told me that she was constantly talking about her, which he felt was becoming more and more annoying.

Listen friend, anything up for tip #3, #4 or #5 even ? :)

Thank you VERY much, I appreciate it a lot.

From: Somebody's mother

Hi Dave,

The thing that made me do a double take on the man I eventually married was that when I wouldn't give him my phone number (because I didn't know him well enough yet) he didn't pout or get pushy. He said he understood my caution and continued to treat me with the same friendly openness. I think it was the combination of respect for my feelings, the obvious self-confidence of being able to handle a minor rejection with aplomb, and the fact that he continued to be interested in me even though dating might have been out of the question that really made a huge impression.

In short, try thinking of women as potential friends instead of potential relationships. If something more develops, great! If not, you'll have a bunch of good friends -- nothing to turn up your nose at.

 

From: The Mrs

I definitely agree with somebody's mother. In actuality, most of the women you really want to have around are not going to be obsessed with your looks but, instead with the respect and honest affection (which is more likely to be communicated with a smile or a gentle touch than with any sexual contact) that you give them. For the most part develop friendships which are built on common interest (face it, if you are looking for long-term you need to have a better foundation than "Gee! She looks good" In all honesty you, also have to understand that getting that serious after a short period of time could actually frighten them off. Face it today's ladies are filled with constant images of strange shy men who are stalking women. Although these are real problems, they have been made to be more normal than not through movies and talk-shows. Be kind and patient there is a perfect provision (to quote Dennis Rainey) for you also. Surprise! they often show up when you least expect it. My other advice to you is be old fashioned in your manners, open her car door, send her flowers (or pick them) don't just date her court her. Good luck

 

From: Reader

Dear Dave, The only thing you should really do is try to be yourself. Be kind, understanding, do not leap before you look or you could get into a relationship that you do not really like. From my own experience that I have been going out with a girl for about a month and we are getting along fine . No more talk about me. Treat her the way you think she should be treated. There is no more that I can say but be yourself, and maybe you will do fine and end up with a woman that you really love.

P.S. Do not worry about a thing you will do fine.


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