bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Full Figured daters and the people who Love em |
Wed 12/19/07 11:14 PM |
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THANKS i JUST THINK MAYBE THIS SITE IS NOT FOR "MY KIND"
I think there are some BBW dating sites. Heard that from a friend. Don't know the name of it but it's worth a try.
By the way, I like women with curves.
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: ? |
Wed 12/19/07 08:38 PM |
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i just met this girl and all she is talkin bout is her x bf....what do u think i should do?
Dump her. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: Something from the past |
Wed 12/19/07 08:36 PM |
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Well I was with this guy who said he loved me and everything. He would call me baby and stuff. I gave him money when he needed it, but then realized in the end just how much I gave him. Which was almost 200 dollars in just a month. Then he was using me for sex and stuff, but the funny thing is I still have feelings for him. Am I stupid for that?
Yes, you are. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: HELP!! |
Wed 12/19/07 12:41 AM |
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HEY WENDY, heres the thing. THE more of us that you ask for advice[INCLUDING YOUR PERSON FRIENDS} the more confused you will become,it is you and him in this so the only one outside of the two of you that you shoul listen to is your GUTS!!!! always listen to your inner you that way you are not going off of someone elses plans, your grown now and if ou cant direct your self how can you direct your children when its time? remember your not the first one, and for sure wont be the last one to find yourself in a situation of these sorts but as long as you think it out and respect you own decision you will be fine, so good luck...signed FROM THE OUT SIDE LOOKING IN
Finally, the voice of reason. Kudos for this post, man. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Is it even worth it? |
Wed 12/19/07 12:38 AM |
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So I've been hanging out with this guy for a few months. We'd hang out about once a week...It would usually consist of me going over to this place, having a few drinks, talking, watching movies, and sometimes cuddling. We've never hooked up. I'd just keep telling myself that it's just for fun and he's not my type at all...because he isn't. Physically, I find him very attractive and he's very intelligent and ambitious...which I like. But other than that, he doesnt have any qualities that I like in a guy and he even has some "deal breakers" for me. I know he's totally wrong for me, but recently, I've started to have really strong feelings for him. I can't stop thinking about him. The thing is, I'm moving to Boston next month for school and I'll probably only get to see him once or twice before I go. After that, I'll only be back here on breaks. Is it even worth it to tell him how I feel or should I just let it go and forget him?
Break it off. End of story. If he has "deal breakers" and you are moving, what is there to debate? |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: TELL ME WHY............ |
Tue 12/18/07 01:09 AM |
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seems to be a misconception as well. i know i've heard women say before that they feel men get intimidated by women going after them but some of us actually prefer it. and the other way around as well, it seems to be a general understanding that the man must make the first move. i know this is gradually changing but i think it still plays a role even if it's not apparent at the time.
I'm one of those who prefers the woman to make initial contact but if I get an email saying "you have a mutual match" then I send the woman a brief message first.
I've only sent out a few emails based on just viewing the profile. These were ones that just hit me for some reason and I felt the need to send them a message.
I agree that there is a lot of "window shopping" going on. Nothing wrong with that at all. I had one woman email me saying that she saw I had viewed her profile and just wanted to say hi. She wasn't really my type but I thought it was cool that she sent me an email.
I don't now if these stats are accurate but on another free dating site it said 26% of the women made first contact. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: help me |
Tue 12/18/07 12:58 AM |
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Run him over with a car. Its fun!
Ok, now THAT was funny! |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: First Date Went Very Well. |
Tue 12/18/07 12:52 AM |
Rick1980, I'm glad to hear you didn't waste your time with that other woman. You are right, that was a train wreck!
Did you meet this woman online or did you know her from before? Maybe I'm old fashion, but I like to get to know the person before I make any first moves. I don't make moves on the first date and in all honesty, I like to let the woman make the first move most of the time. That doesn't mean you can't flirt with her and use touching as a way to show you are interested.
I like becoming friends before moving to the next level. I've had relationships that started with sex first and they never worked out. I really don't understand this dreaded "friends zone" thing. I have women that are friends and then I have had relationships where we started as friends and moved on from there. If the chemistry is there, you will know it and if it isn't, you will know that as well.
My advice is to ask her out for another date but also spend some time on the phone getting to know her. On the next date, maybe try holding her hand. If that goes well, maybe try a kiss on the cheek at the end of the night. I like a woman who takes her time and if the shoe was on the other foot, I would want the same as well.
Just my two cents for what it is worth. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Okay fellas you gotta read this one |
Mon 12/17/07 11:56 PM |
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Aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoetnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be at the rghit pclae. The rset can be a toatl mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe.
http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/~mattd/Cmabrigde/
Ok, Geek, that's messed up. I actually COULD read that. Bizarre... |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: Pickup Artist Secrets Revealed! |
Mon 12/17/07 11:51 PM |
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...The problem I do have, however, is that some people take it to the extreme. They feel they ONLY can change if they have the "guru" by their side. Without the "gurus" words or direction, they consider themselves hopeless. I do have a problem with that...
That's just a ridiulous way of learning. No "guru" in the PUA community makes men feel hopeless without their words (except for one particular guru but he's got a pretty bad rep lol) and it's common knowledge throughout the community that these teachers can only show you the door but not open it for you. Basic life philosophy mumbo jumbo. What the mPUAs do is give you control of your own life, not take control of it.
ChiefPUA, I was referring to "life" gurus in general, not specifically the Pick Up Artists. Tony Robbins is one that comes to mind. Also, I am not saying the "guru" makes the person feel hopeless but the other way around. The person becomes dependent upon the "guru" in order to live out their life. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Pickup Artist Secrets Revealed! |
Mon 12/17/07 10:16 PM |
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Sometimes reading someone else's words or seeing a different perspective just elucidates and solidifies your thoughts and gets the ball rolling. Of course at the end of the day no amount of reading or listening to someone else can make you change yourself.
You just nailed it, Geek. I think change can be really scary for some people. Some reach a point where they have a certain level of comfort or safety in their lifestyle and fear leaving it behind.
I personally was scared to death of leaving my good paying job to pursue my passion. Now that I look back, I am so happy I had the guts to go through with it. I make complete **** wages now, but I couldn't be happier. I had to give up financial security to achieve that happiness but it has been well worth it. I look back at how my life use to be and the only thing I regret is that I didn't do this earlier in life.
You are right in that some seek change but fail to put forth the effort or take action. Reading a book on self improvement is a fantastic start but how much does it really help if you never take action?
I see nothing wrong with young men wanting to learn to be more confident when interacting with women but I truly believe that being sincere goes much further than any strategy or tactic ever could.
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: Okay fellas you gotta read this one |
Mon 12/17/07 09:59 PM |
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I have been reading through some of the fellas profiles today and I will have to say, it is a red flag to me when the guy can't even spell. Just some advice for you fellas, learn to spell! Ya'll are sweet and everything, but something is not right when you can't spell.
I mentioned this to one of the females who was posting on the forum and her response was, "I don't give a ****!"
It does speak volumes to some people on here. I personally don't care for reading profiles that speak in Ebonics or TyPe LiKe ThIz. I just move on to another one.
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Pickup Artist Secrets Revealed! |
Mon 12/17/07 09:52 PM |
Hey Geek, I don't know if your post was geared toward jistme, myself or both but I wanted to respond to some of what you have written.
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Both the book I mention and my time here at JSH has served me well in realizing that my shyness or negative self images are only perceptions I have in my mind, that past feelings of inadequecy are little more than handcuffs I mentally put on and bound myself with. To let go of those and feel good about just being myself.
I've had a real problem with self esteem for years as well. It hasn't been until the past year or so that I have begun to break away from these chains. That's almost 35 years of being imprisoned in my own little hell and viewing the world from a perspective of pure hate and sadness. My change did not come from solely doing it myself, though.
Again, I don't know if this quote is directed towards me or not but I want to respond.
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You seem to be of the opinion that people should never change unless they can do it under their own power. That people who have issues within themselves that they want to change shouldn't seek a therapist or read a self help book to clarify their perspective and perhaps see things from a different one.
I would never say that people should not change unless they do it themselves. I see absolutely nothing wrong with someone searching for more meaning or trying to improve themselves through books, seminars, churches, retreats, etc.
The problem I do have, however, is that some people take it to the extreme. They feel they ONLY can change if they have the "guru" by their side. Without the "gurus" words or direction, they consider themselves hopeless. I do have a problem with that.
What rubs me the wrong way about the stuff mentioned here are the terms "pick up artist", "inner game" and "outer game". It comes across as being some kind of seminar on becoming a true "player", not a sincere way to improve yourself. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Pickup Artist Secrets Revealed! |
Mon 12/17/07 09:05 PM |
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Eh, to each their own. I prefer to be myself & in a respectful, gentleman manor without these "codes" and games, if I can't pick up a girl who won't respect me how I am then I don't need her anyway. But if a guy can pick up women with these codes good for them, probably not the type of women I want anyway;^]
I agree with you, turtlepoet78. Being yourself has worked just fine for me.
I think jistme brings up a very good point. A lot of people seek out "gurus" in life whether they be spiritual, financial, etc. I think it is fine to look at what they are offering but ultimately the Truth for you is within yourself. Some of these people begin "worshiping" these "life" gurus thinking their way is THE way. A good example is that Tony Robbins guy. It's kind of sad, really. A true guru, at least in a spiritual sense, knows he is merely pointing a finger towards the Way. You are the one who has to walk the path.
That is not to say I haven't read motivational books here and there but as jistme has mentioned, everyone comes to a point when they "see the light". It took me hitting rock bottom emotionally before I had my day but once it happened, my whole world changed.
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: does this sound like bs to you? |
Sun 12/16/07 10:48 PM |
Whatupgangsta, I'll use delicate hands on this one. If you have only chatted with her for three days, don't you think that is just a period of getting to know someone? Is that even in the "friend" stage of getting to know someone? I personally don't see it as leading you on but trying to get to know you.
Now, the scenario you mentioned about being led on for three months is a completely different story.
My advice would obviously be to let this one go. It doesn't matter what her reason is. There are SO many people on this site so just chalk it up on the board as a loss. Realize that you are going to be rejected or reject others. The good thing about sites like this is that you can meet so many different people from all over the world. People who, 15 years ago, you would have never been able to communicate with. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: How many have seen your profile |
Sun 12/16/07 10:01 PM |
I've had 77 views in the past 9 days. I have no idea if that is good or bad or what. Have had 14 mutual matches, 9 that have emailed back, two that have corresponded by IM, one of those for five days, 3 emails saying thanks for making me laugh and one thanking me for some advice I had given her. Two emails from another site asking if what I had written in my profile really happened (bionic hearts, secret government doctors, running in slow motion...hmmm, ok.)
Of all the free dating sites, I think this one is the absolute best. I am very happy with the results so far. Not that I didn't have some responses from other sites but there seems to be more active members on this site.
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: Pickup Artist Secrets Revealed! |
Sun 12/16/07 09:22 PM |
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And for those who'd like to learn more about PUA methods, there is The Mystery Method by Mystery and The Rules of the Game by Neil Strauss (which comes out this Tuesday, Dec. 18th).
WhiteSox, is this the same Mystery that had a reality tv show a few months back where he trained guys that had trouble getting dates? |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
Posts: 120
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| Topic: motivation |
Sun 12/16/07 08:53 PM |
When I was younger I thought money was the key to happiness and that was my main motivation. I did the college thing and spent seven years in a cubicle crunching numbers. I made decent money but was incredibly jaded with life. I grew to hate myself as well as the world around me. It took me hitting rock bottom emotionally before I had a moment of clarity or an “epiphany” as some like to call it. I could either continue fighting the world or learn acceptance and take what comes my way and make it a learning experience and be grateful for the moments of true joy.
I took six months off after leaving my last job (had money saved) and just searched for something that could bring meaning into my life. Towards the end I finally found my answer. A week later an ad was posted on craigslist looking for a kennel attendant. I knew right after the interview that was what I was going to be doing with my life, working with dogs. I make absolute **** wages right now but I have never been happier in my entire life.
What gets me out of bed in the morning? This does:
http://www.baringvet.net/oshoto.htm
Left for dead and weighing only 20 pounds when taken to the vet. They were going to put her down but she lifted her head when the vet tech turned on the water faucet.
The wolf-hybrid you see as my main profile picture is the same dog, two months later.
The other attendants have a hard time getting her back down from the exercise area. On Friday, I took her up and when it was time to come down I called her name and she came running to me. My coworker asked me, “How in the world did you do that?” My answer? “I give her love everyday that I am here.”
I don't know why we are here or what created us. All I know is that getting up every morning and getting a kiss from this dog and a look of unconditional love in her eyes, is more than I could ever ask for. I wake each morning and take care of dogs as my way of thanking whatever created us.
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: Pickup Artist Secrets Revealed! |
Sun 12/16/07 06:38 PM |
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By the way, this is a side note, but I would like to thank you for participating in intelligent, coherent debate with me instead of immaturely slandering me without expressing a reasonably explained basis for your opinions. It's nice to see people who can actually turn their opinion on any topic into an intelligent argument. It's nice to see people who actually understand the purpose of a discussion forum.
Wouldn't it be nice, ChiefPUA, if the programs on television did the same thing? It's sad when they have things called a "political debate" or "discussion hour" and it always starts with a topic of discussion and ends with name calling. Can't say I haven't done it myself, but the "Jerry Springer" type discussions get old after awhile. |
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bryguy1972
Joined Fri 12/07/07
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| Topic: How to improve your profile and # of views |
Sun 12/16/07 06:27 PM |
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PS. In my opinion, what you contribute to the threads over time tells way more about a person than the all about me part of their profile. Actions over time speak way louder than a one time look at a well thought out paragraph. I hope that I can never describe myself in one paragraph. I finally added more to the one line that I had and not even sure why I did that......
Listening to me (not reading ABOUT me) is the only true way to know who I am...
But thanks for sharing everything that you did
Hey mistyblue2012,
I agree with you about the postings on the forums. There is a certain individual who shall remain nameless that posts a negative comment every time a subject is brought up. This is the same person that complains about not getting any responses.
I looked at your profile and I must say it kicks ass. Your one paragraph was so direct and to the point but it gave a glimpse of your personality. Your profile is also a good example of one of those who has a ton of photos but each and everyone shows a different aspect of your life. Like I mentioned before, none of what I posted is the "law" about your profile. I just thought some of the things I mentioned might be a good start for those frustrated new members. I am new myself but I have had some pretty good luck with this site and I am very grateful for that. |
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