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Why is it so hard for me to find a partner? Okay, Im humble to admit im no oil painting. i think Im an average looking guy, but i ahve never ahd a realtionship for more than 2 months and Im now? 31 years of age.

I've had gfs (who I mostly met online) turned out to 'friendzone me' for no apparent reason or tell me they dont want a relationship then date other people. its so depressing at times. My guess, they didnt want a good, honest nice guy yet i see people around me seemingly more shyer, in realtionships happy and holdin hands. Im not sure why this is?

I jsut want a g
ood woman I can take for a meal and a quiet drink (no nightclubs) or to take for day trips to museums and places of interest and the like but It never seems to happen for me.
 
Aww.. you do sound like a sweet guy.

I really think luck plays a big part in meeting the person who's right for you. Of course one needs to put in effort as well to make things happen. Thus, never give up trying. In my experience, it happens when you least expect it. Keep socialising cos that's really the only way to "find" her but yet don't expect too much from a new girl you meet at each time or you'd put yourself up for a lot of repeated disappointments.

Good luck, JALG.
 
JustALonelyGuy said:
Why is it so hard for me to find a partner? Okay, Im humble to admit im no oil painting. i think Im an average looking guy, but i ahve never ahd a realtionship for more than 2 months and Im now? 31 years of age.

I've had gfs (who I mostly met online) turned out to 'friendzone me' for no apparent reason or tell me they dont want a relationship then date other people. its so depressing at times. My guess, they didnt want a good, honest nice guy yet i see people around me seemingly more shyer, in realtionships happy and holdin hands. Im not sure why this is?

I jsut want a g
ood woman I can take for a meal and a quiet drink (no nightclubs) or to take for day trips to museums and places of interest and the like but It never seems to happen for me.

you've had some success which more than some people (eg me !) - just keep doing what your doing and one day you will get lucky and meet the right person.
 
What's with the weird boldface.

I've had girls basically treat me as a third option because their guy is a jerk. But I'm no Prince Charming either, not that I'm mean, but I'm hardly perfect. So after I finally become interested (I'm guarded, so it takes awhile), I notice the bf and am like "wtf?" Or maybe he was there all along, and I just kept hoping she'd leave, but she doesn't.
 
With girls met online. I have noticed that people make one very big mistake. Their online personality does not match their real life personality. That could be one cause of the issue. I know I watched a former roommate do the dating site thing. He was lucky to get 3 or 4 dates, his average was 1. Just because it looks good on paper does not mean it will work.

A male specific issue, you treat the female like she is your buddy and not your lover. You need to give females something intimate so they can feel special or connected to you. You need to make her feel like she is a mate, not just a friend. You need to turn her on. If you fail to do that you will stop looking like a potential mate.

Male specific issue number 2, you are boring. It is a fairly well established fact that females tend to get bored of things quicker than males. So if you are boring you will lose her interest as well. Boring is not fun, females like to have fun. Most boring people are not fun people. You strike me as someone who is very boring. One thing you must do as a male is lead the female. Maybe she has no interest in a museum. It is your job to make it exciting for her. Just because you are excited and having fun that does not mean she will have fun. If she is not having fun, that is a turn off.

Male specific issue number 3, you are all there. One thing females like is mystery. Have you ever noticed how girls date jackasses who are clearly jackasses. If you talk to them they generally say something like There is just something about him. You know mystery something she cannot quite put her finger on. If a female feels she has met you and figured you out. Well then there is nothing left. Mystery is exciting, and fun.

Male specific issue number 4, you are no challenge. You are a nice sweet guy and that is great. However, that is also boring. You have a couple of dates with her and she already has you wrapped around her little finger. You come at her beck and call. You have committed to her long before she commits to you. She does not have to try to get anything out of you. Boring, not fun she doesn't feel like she has earned her place as your mate.

Male specific issue number 5, you do not have many options. Females want to be the envy of other females just as much as males want to be the envy of other males. There is such a thing as being too available. You have to walk the line though. You need to seem like you can replace her if she were to leave you. If you come off as desperate at any point, well... yeah that is a turn off.

General issue, you are closed-minded. I often times see on this forum I hate bars or Clubs are full of idiots or stuff like that. You know that is just fine, that is not your scene. However, that does not mean your chosen mate does not feels the same way. Maybe your mate wants to go to a night club to dance with her man. Maybe she wants to show off her man to all those club friends of her. So yeah you may not like the club. However, if you just flat out reject the idea or activity... well you are digging your own grave. Because you are insulting her interest. Remember, you are a part of her life and she is a part of yours. If you are turned off by a big part of her life, no matter what it is, she will be turned off of you. There is no way around it. So open your mind and get out and try something new. Have an experience that you can share with him/her and that will bring you closer.

General issue 2, you are not driven. This applies more to males than females, but it can ring true for both. While this is kind of a vague idea. If you seem content you will probably turn off your potential mate. Be a person in motion. When you finish one project start the next one. Do not stagnate as an individual. Start a project or an idea with your mate. That way you can build memories and intimacy together.

I love how guys who are nice feel they are persecuted in real life. Being a nice guy is great. However, if you are unattractive, inattentive, and worst of all do not make her feel special.. well hey that is just going to screw up your chances. Stop being a diamond hidden in the rough. Be a jewel that is on the concrete. Stop playing into the stereotypes set by the media. You can be the full package if you let yourself be. What kind of female does not want a handsome, charismatic, fun, nice, loyal guy?
 
AFrozenSoul said:
With girls met online. I have noticed that people make one very big mistake. Their online personality does not match their real life personality. That could be one cause of the issue. I know I watched a former roommate do the dating site thing. He was lucky to get 3 or 4 dates, his average was 1. Just because it looks good on paper does not mean it will work.

A male specific issue, you treat the female like she is your buddy and not your lover. You need to give females something intimate so they can feel special or connected to you. You need to make her feel like she is a mate, not just a friend. You need to turn her on. If you fail to do that you will stop looking like a potential mate.

Male specific issue number 2, you are boring. It is a fairly well established fact that females tend to get bored of things quicker than males. So if you are boring you will lose her interest as well. Boring is not fun, females like to have fun. Most boring people are not fun people. You strike me as someone who is very boring. One thing you must do as a male is lead the female. Maybe she has no interest in a museum. It is your job to make it exciting for her. Just because you are excited and having fun that does not mean she will have fun. If she is not having fun, that is a turn off.

Male specific issue number 3, you are all there. One thing females like is mystery. Have you ever noticed how girls date jackasses who are clearly jackasses. If you talk to them they generally say something like There is just something about him. You know mystery something she cannot quite put her finger on. If a female feels she has met you and figured you out. Well then there is nothing left. Mystery is exciting, and fun.

Male specific issue number 4, you are no challenge. You are a nice sweet guy and that is great. However, that is also boring. You have a couple of dates with her and she already has you wrapped around her little finger. You come at her beck and call. You have committed to her long before she commits to you. She does not have to try to get anything out of you. Boring, not fun she doesn't feel like she has earned her place as your mate.

Male specific issue number 5, you do not have many options. Females want to be the envy of other females just as much as males want to be the envy of other males. There is such a thing as being too available. You have to walk the line though. You need to seem like you can replace her if she were to leave you. If you come off as desperate at any point, well... yeah that is a turn off.

General issue, you are closed-minded. I often times see on this forum I hate bars or Clubs are full of idiots or stuff like that. You know that is just fine, that is not your scene. However, that does not mean your chosen mate does not feels the same way. Maybe your mate wants to go to a night club to dance with her man. Maybe she wants to show off her man to all those club friends of her. So yeah you may not like the club. However, if you just flat out reject the idea or activity... well you are digging your own grave. Because you are insulting her interest. Remember, you are a part of her life and she is a part of yours. If you are turned off by a big part of her life, no matter what it is, she will be turned off of you. There is no way around it. So open your mind and get out and try something new. Have an experience that you can share with him/her and that will bring you closer.

General issue 2, you are not driven. This applies more to males than females, but it can ring true for both. While this is kind of a vague idea. If you seem content you will probably turn off your potential mate. Be a person in motion. When you finish one project start the next one. Do not stagnate as an individual. Start a project or an idea with your mate. That way you can build memories and intimacy together.

I love how guys who are nice feel they are persecuted in real life. Being a nice guy is great. However, if you are unattractive, inattentive, and worst of all do not make her feel special.. well hey that is just going to screw up your chances. Stop being a diamond hidden in the rough. Be a jewel that is on the concrete. Stop playing into the stereotypes set by the media. You can be the full package if you let yourself be. What kind of female does not want a handsome, charismatic, fun, nice, loyal guy?

Thank you for pointign all of this out. I will examine all this very carefully. Happy New Year to you. :)


duff said:
JustALonelyGuy said:
Why is it so hard for me to find a partner? Okay, Im humble to admit im no oil painting. i think Im an average looking guy, but i ahve never ahd a realtionship for more than 2 months and Im now? 31 years of age.

I've had gfs (who I mostly met online) turned out to 'friendzone me' for no apparent reason or tell me they dont want a relationship then date other people. its so depressing at times. My guess, they didnt want a good, honest nice guy yet i see people around me seemingly more shyer, in realtionships happy and holdin hands. Im not sure why this is?

I jsut want a g
ood woman I can take for a meal and a quiet drink (no nightclubs) or to take for day trips to museums and places of interest and the like but It never seems to happen for me.

you've had some success which more than some people (eg me !) - just keep doing what your doing and one day you will get lucky and meet the right person.

Thanks. Just ahd tog et all this off my chest as all this stuff been bottled up in the past. Thanks for R & R and Happy New year to you :)


ladyforsaken said:
Aww.. you do sound like a sweet guy.

I really think luck plays a big part in meeting the person who's right for you. Of course one needs to put in effort as well to make things happen. Thus, never give up trying. In my experience, it happens when you least expect it. Keep socialising cos that's really the only way to "find" her but yet don't expect too much from a new girl you meet at each time or you'd put yourself up for a lot of repeated disappointments.

Good luck, JALG.

Thanks for R & R and the really kind answer and compliment :) No, I wont give up. Hopefully 2013 will be better :) Happy New Year to you :) *huggles*
 
Maybe you just don't talk to and haven't met enough women in your social circle.
 
perfanoff said:
Maybe you just don't talk to and haven't met enough women in your social circle.


A very good reason you give here Pern. The oens I usually meeet all seem to have partners and arent interested in dating me. Or they dont intitiate conversation with me. Beleieve me, I am a trier.
 
JustALonelyGuy said:
Thank you for pointign all of this out. I will examine all this very carefully. Happy New Year to you. :)
O_O... Yes I corrupted one. Just wait for it... someone who does not approve of my way of thinking will flame me soon enough.
 
You sound like the male equivalent of myself a few years ago

I never thought I'd meet anyone, and went on a few dates with guys who were basically just looking to get laid (they didn't succeed so they didn't persevere) but then two years ago I met my husband totally when I least expected it, when I wasn't even looking for anyone.

It sounds like a cliche but love really does come when you least expect it. If you spend some time getting comfortable in yourself and not worrying about who might or might not be interested, you will be happier and more likely to have a chance encounter with someone who could end up being really special. If you try too hard and spend too much time looking for love, you will only feel worse as you throw yourself head first into any opportunity and find anything that doesnt workout so much harder.

:)
 
My biggest problem is there is a very small pool of prospects in about a hundred mile radius to begin with and of course not all would be a fit for me any way. I tried online dating for 5 years or so, even worked with a pro who I really didnt need . I havent dated in about two plus years now and Im not bothered by it .What is most important to me now is that I find some true quality peole in my life and if one winds up being a partner, great I am no longer self conscious by being single.
 
Don't ask why it is so hard for you. Better ask, if it is easy for others and why it is easy for them.

As for looking like an oil painting... a bit body building and you can look like a Greek sculpture instead, promise. ;)
 
You sound like you have a very dull and boring personality. Try to fix that. It's imperative that all men develop a dominant and outgoing personality.

My guess, they didnt want a good, honest nice guy yet i see people around me seemingly more shyer, in realtionships happy and holdin hands.

This is absolutely right. Women do NOT want an honest nice guy. Honest nice guys are boring and a dime a dozen. They want someone exciting. Shyness is also a huge turn off for most women. Men must initiate all relationships, and women sure as hell aren't going to wait for some shy guy to share his feelings.

I jsut want a good woman I can take for a meal and a quiet drink (no nightclubs) or to take for day trips to museums and places of interest and the like

That's great, but women don't want to just go out for a meal and a quiet drink. They want to go somewhere fun. They want to go to a night club where they can show you off and watch you assert your dominance on other men (i.e. by starting a fight over her).
 
The person above me has a pretty skewed image of women. I'm sorry you seem to have been hurt in the past, but us women are seriously not all like that at all.


I don't think the original poster is boring - the things he describes doing are just what me and my husband have enjoyed since we were dating.

Shyness is not a turn off - arrogance is a turn off (a major one). If a guy I went out with "asserted his dominance" and started fights, I'd swiftly say goodbye. I can't think of any married male I know who is like that. I can think of many (single) arsehole guys I've met like that though


Yes a guy showing off in a nightclub might sometimes persuade home a drunk woman for the night, but no woman would take pride in that, and that's hardly the stuff meaningful relationships are made of.
 
lol Okonkwo. any girl who wants to see her fool throw punches at some other ****** at a club can have at it. maybe she will end up dating the five bouncers who throw his mangled ass out.

and any woman who thinks a date at the museum is dull and boring... yeah. have fun. far, far away from me.
 
Lady X said:
I never thought I'd meet anyone, and went on a few dates with guys who were basically just looking to get laid (they didn't succeed so they didn't persevere) but then two years ago I met my husband totally when I least expected it, when I wasn't even looking for anyone.

It sounds like a cliche but love really does come when you least expect it. If you spend some time getting comfortable in yourself and not worrying about who might or might not be interested, you will be happier and more likely to have a chance encounter with someone who could end up being really special. If you try too hard and spend too much time looking for love, you will only feel worse as you throw yourself head first into any opportunity and find anything that doesnt workout so much harder.

:)

I totally agree with Lady X. :)
 
I'm with you man. But I've never had a gf. I'm quite a bit younger but still. I'm just in the dumps right now. This girl at work though I was really hot but I was afraid to talk to her. Now she no longer works at my job. So not only did I mess up with a girl I thought was special, but I'll never have the opportunity to make it right which is just breaks my heart and tears me up inside.
 
Chikid said:
I'm with you man. But I've never had a gf. I'm quite a bit younger but still. I'm just in the dumps right now. This girl at work though I was really hot but I was afraid to talk to her. Now she no longer works at my job. So not only did I mess up with a girl I thought was special, but I'll never have the opportunity to make it right which is just breaks my heart and tears me up inside.

somebody else will come along to catch your eye.
 
Thank you for all the feedback everyone :)


Lady X said:
The person above me has a pretty skewed image of women. I'm sorry you seem to have been hurt in the past, but us women are seriously not all like that at all.


I don't think the original poster is boring - the things he describes doing are just what me and my husband have enjoyed since we were dating.

Shyness is not a turn off - arrogance is a turn off (a major one). If a guy I went out with "asserted his dominance" and started fights, I'd swiftly say goodbye. I can't think of any married male I know who is like that. I can think of many (single) arsehole guys I've met like that though


Yes a guy showing off in a nightclub might sometimes persuade home a drunk woman for the night, but no woman would take pride in that, and that's hardly the stuff meaningful relationships are made of.

Thank you for bein understanding and sympathetic Lady X :) Im tryin not to let it bother me but it still is a little. hence, I posted about it aain. Im thinkin that, maybe a majoirty of 'westernized' women are the problem. Im not tlakin about you though!


Chikid said:
I'm with you man. But I've never had a gf. I'm quite a bit younger but still. I'm just in the dumps right now. This girl at work though I was really hot but I was afraid to talk to her. Now she no longer works at my job. So not only did I mess up with a girl I thought was special, but I'll never have the opportunity to make it right which is just breaks my heart and tears me up inside.

Im really sorry to hear that chikid. It makes me feel a little less alone ahvin people like you in similar situations.
 

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