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Wow another one of these threads?
I admire your persistence but being overly persistence can be annoying Nevertheless your sir just won 2 items for your effort Please click the spoiler below to claim your items » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « And you can now join the elitist rank of.... » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « This post has been edited by ^Hobbes^: Jul 25 2009, 09:50 AM |
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QUOTE(^Hobbes^ @ Jul 25 2009, 09:50 AM) Wow another one of these threads? Awww.. thank you thank you I admire your persistence but being overly persistence can be annoying Nevertheless your sir just won 2 items for your effort Please click the spoiler below to claim your items ![]() I am trying to make the thread more politically correct. This time i used as few negatives as possible. I've integrated some suggestions. and I also tried to make it more succinct and to the point. I dont think i can simplify it any further. |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 25 2009, 09:52 AM) Awww.. thank you thank you Congratulations.I am trying to make the thread more politically correct. This time i used as few negatives as possible. I've integrated some suggestions. and I also tried to make it more succinct and to the point. I dont think i can simplify it any further. An awsome award from Hobbes. |
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There's no theory in love, alright?
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 25 2009, 09:20 AM) #1. Ask yourself. Unrealistic and incomplete. Some of us here really clueless about what a girl look for, how can we rely on our deluded perception to wether or not we'll actually get a date. For example Bernard will always think he fails unless he wears clothes make out of real gold. Take a long hard look at yourself in a mirror. Look at every candid photo of you on facebook/friendster. Know who you are. Listen to yourself speak in conversations. Watch videos of yourself projecting your voice to other people. This can be a very humbling experience...but facing the truth is the first step. * Look in the mirror. Ask yourself: If I were a girl, would I date him? * If I were a girl with options (read: a hot girl), would I date him? #2. Make appropriate changes And yet there are those who think they know what girls want...look in the mirror...see everything as awesome...yet fail miserably because what he thinks only applies to his own misconception of what a girl would really think. This post has been edited by teongpeng: Jul 25 2009, 10:31 AM |
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QUOTE(debbieyss @ Jul 25 2009, 10:19 AM) Read carefully: Nobody is giving a "theory" for love.The thread is really about how to approach women. Love blossoms when it blossoms. This thread is not about that. QUOTE(teongpeng @ Jul 25 2009, 10:27 AM) Unrealistic and incomplete. Some of us here really clueless about what a girl look for, how can we rely on our deluded perception to wether or not we'll actually get a date. For example Bernard will always think he fails unless he wears clothes make out of real gold. I gotta admit, this thread isnt for everyone... But for a majority of people, just looking at candid videos of themselves is uncomfortable. You get to see yourself compared to other people.And yet there are those who think they know what girls want...look in the mirror...see everything as awesome...yet fail miserably because what he thinks only applies to his own misconception of what a girl would really think. Even if you dont know what girls want... you should know what you want. and I am not just talking about physical characteristics here. The whole "look at yourself in the mirror" was kinda rhetorical in a way. Eg: If the guy staring back at you in the mirror is an effeminate/feminine shy scrawny frail emo b1tch.... If the guy staring back at you in the mirror is an obese, disproportionate, lazy, smelly excuse for a human being... If the guy you see in candid facebook videos cant even project his voice properly...slouches with no confidence and talks like a loser... ^realizing stuff like the above is the real motivator for change. Some people really ARE deluded... but most arent. And upon looking at themselves from a third person's view, will recognize their weaknesses. I am far from perfect. But not too long ago I was very far from perfect This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 25 2009, 10:50 AM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 25 2009, 10:41 AM) I gotta admit, this thread isnt for everyone... But for a majority of people, just looking at candid videos of themselves is uncomfortable. You get to see yourself compared to other people. You should put a disclaimer saying this thread is not for everyone. A fat obese guy may be happy and manage to attract lots of girls with his happy aura alone....followed your advice...look in the mirror and start to feel like a loser..gets depressed...hates himself...lose his happy aura...lost all girls...and die lonely. You want to be responsible for that?Even if you dont know what girls want... you should know what you want. and I am not just talking about physical characteristics here. The whole "look at yourself in the mirror" was kinda rhetorical in a way. Eg: If the guy staring back at you in the mirror is an effeminate/feminine shy scrawny frail emo b1tch.... If the guy staring back at you in the mirror is an obese, disproportionate, lazy, smelly excuse for a human being... If the guy you see in candid facebook videos cant even project his voice properly...slouches with no confidence and talks like a loser... ^realizing stuff like the above is the real motivator for change. Some people really ARE deluded... but most arent. And upon looking at themselves from a third person's view, will recognize their weaknesses. I am far from perfect. But not too long ago I was very far from perfect This post has been edited by teongpeng: Jul 25 2009, 10:56 AM |
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Your recent David de Angelo inspiration, ezra?
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Nice motive, but I have serious doubts over it working. A lot of the people who come in here posting new threads asking for help are so delusional that you just want to take your keyboard and whack them extremely hard on the face, so they probably won't even get past #1.
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QUOTE(teongpeng @ Jul 25 2009, 10:27 AM) Unrealistic and incomplete. Some of us here really clueless about what a girl look for, how can we rely on our deluded perception to wether or not we'll actually get a date. For example Bernard will always think he fails unless he wears clothes make out of real gold. It's not unrealistic. It's not deluded perception or whatsoever for most of the stuff about our personality. It's more to common sense. Through life we have learned it through our various experiences.And yet there are those who think they know what girls want...look in the mirror...see everything as awesome...yet fail miserably because what he thinks only applies to his own misconception of what a girl would really think. If a guy looks into the mirror and think that he's freaking awesome from the bottom of his heart. I highly doubt he'll be unable to get a girl. This do not apply to those people who think they're awesome but do not trust that they're awesome in their heart. If the person believes truthfully that he/she's being awesome, they automatically have the confidence to approach a relationship, regardless of what their weakness are. That being said, it's obviously unrealistic that the love will surely be returned even if you're confident and being awesome alone. But, at least it's the starting point. Relationships are based on various things and it's cannot be conducted experimentally and there's no R&D on this field. This is what makes relationship exciting. |
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hmmmm.....maybe i'll pin one thread that links to good threads. maybe. but then i'll have a problem of consistently updating threads and figuring which is a "good" thread.
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 25 2009, 01:06 PM) nah, I bet he doesn't even know who's David de Angelo and the book he wrote. actually the book double your date by de angelo is a good read for all of you. we all appreciate what TS and others have suggested. Just that David is a pro and he actually knows his stuffs well. Again, to say that ugly person, fat person, poor person can't get a girl that he likes, i think that's quite untrue. Haven't you all see the picture of a taiwanese fat boy kissing a cute girl? I meant to say other than having confidence, i think skills is more important which has not been pointed out by TS. |
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everything begins with a choice, if u have guts and courage, then just go for it.
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At least you r a warrior.
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not this kind of thread again...
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Okay, okay, stop teasing us already.
Show us some of the girls you've approached. |
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Can't I just stage a "hero saves a damsel in distress" moment with my friends?
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thanks for this advise bro. i will do this tips
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the tips no 1 is the most important but yet there will be someone who think that they doesnt deserve a girl although he have a look. how to resolve this low self esteem problem?
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Well at least he posted some statements (useful or not up to you) not retarded-but-entertaining-yet-trolling questions. So yeah.
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would this apply to just making frens?
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lol... the first step to getting ur dream girl or guy..
the first step is the ONLY step. stop listening to advice on forums.. lol.. seriously.. do what u think u should do. and if it doesnt work out. change it and try again... trial and error baby. |
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Great stuff. Adding extra pointers.
Body Check - When to people are really making a connection, they tend to mimic each others' gestures and voice levels. Signs your date is going well: Watch to see if you find your date is mirroring your gestures, a strong indicator that the date is on-track. Another positive signal is if your date is leaning towards you as you speak. Other good signs to watch for including nodding and tilting the head to the side as you are speaking, an indicator your date is interested in what you have to say. Danger sign: If your date is crossing his or her arms while you're speaking, it is generally a sign of resistance or anger. Flirting or Faking? - Key signs your date is interested include smiling, extended eye contact and biting or licking the lip. (theirs, not yours... duh??) Another key signal for both sexes is low-level non-sexual touching such as a brush of the elbow, arm or leg. Signs your date is going well: The classic flirting move is the crossing or uncrossing of the legs, brushing their hair, grooming each other. Danger sign: Keep an eye out for flirting that isn't accompanied by other "I like you" behaviors - this can indicate a purely sexual, not romantic interest. |
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QUOTE(Cheesenium @ Jul 25 2009, 04:15 PM) Agreed. If there is your "be yourself" point then what about the others? The others is about changing, not being yourself. All you gotta do is be the best you can be. basically, enhance who you are, not who you are trying to be. honestly if I see a shy guy approaching me I'd still be flattered, so long as his intentions are pure. Have the guts, approach the girl. If she likes talking to you you'll know. If not, you'll get it too. It's about guts. After approaching her and greeting her, almost everything will flow naturally. Gd luck This post has been edited by Jamien: Jul 25 2009, 11:47 PM |
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QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 25 2009, 11:45 PM) Agreed. If there is your "be yourself" point then what about the others? The others is about changing, not being yourself. All you gotta do is be the best you can be. basically, enhance who you are, not who you are trying to be. ^See red bolded text: That's what I've been saying all along! honestly if I see a shy guy approaching me I'd still be flattered, so long as his intentions are pure. Have the guts, approach the girl. If she likes talking to you you'll know. If not, you'll get it too. It's about guts. After approaching her and greeting her, almost everything will flow naturally. Gd luck So Jamien... Let me ask you... What if a "brave" guy with lots of "guts" were to approach you at a social f unction. But he is 10cm+ shorter than you, and 5kg lighter. His intentions were as pure as anything. He's in his late 20s and has never been in a relationship. He is desperate. He talks well. He has good social skills. He has lots of friends. You find him interesting to talk to. Then, he asks you to dance... will you accept??? Sure, you're flattered...but at the end of the day, you do not consider him a potential partner (i am assuming you are a reasonably attractive woman with options). Im not telling anyone to be more outgoing or more shy. You are who you are. Just like you cant generally change your height/skin color, you cannot change your personality type. It's not about being outgoing or shy. It is about being the best that you can be. Developing masculine features...both physical and mental. If you are thriving, things will flow naturally for you....regardless if you are outgoing or shy... It simply doesnt matter. I'd like to think it's all about guts...but in reality it simply isnt. Guys who have guts do so because they are thriving. It shows in their personality. They know that girls want them. Thus they are confident and have "guts". The socially incompetant loser who doesnt go out much, has few friends, feeds himself crap, and wanks to tentacle porn every night would be nervous around girls...because he KNOWS consciously/subconsciously that girls dont find him attractive. Even if he did have "guts" (as you call it), and were to approach a girl with confidence...he knows that he couldnt maintain a decent conversation. Hence my emphasis on #2. Physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Also, even if you are the bravest guy in the world... it is very difficult to aim out of your league. Sure you can try...but you know it wouldnt work. So yeah, pick your targets wisely... You know what you are game for. Look, the game of love is cruel... but this is reality as I see it. You cannot change your height... but you can develop your personality and body. Physical, mental and emotional wellbeing will all make you a more attractive person to girls. When you are attractive you will find that more girls will want to talk to you. Or as Jamien herself puts it "If she likes talking to you you'll know." This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 12:34 AM |
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QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 25 2009, 11:45 PM) Agreed. If there is your "be yourself" point then what about the others? The others is about changing, not being yourself. All you gotta do is be the best you can be. basically, enhance who you are, not who you are trying to be. Exactly what i said on the other thread! i really really like Jamien http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1104460/+40 This post has been edited by teongpeng: Jul 26 2009, 12:30 AM |
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Oh For Fvck Sake...let's not get caught in semantics here:
USE WHATEVER WORDS YOU WANT IF IT MAKES YOU HAPPY. I dont know why you people are so sensitive to the word "change". Anyway: 1) Change yourself. 2) Enhance yourself. 3) Improve yourself. If you are scrawny, then change/enhance/improve yourself by eating well and exercising. If you are socially isolated, then change/enhance/improve yourself by going out more and empathizing. If you cannot seem to hold a conversation, then change/enhance/improve yourself by controlling your bad habits (eg. late night gaming), sleep well and be in a healthy mental state. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 12:39 AM |
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Blah blah blah,you just like to make things so complex.
You have no definition of thriving.So,is a good student considered as thriving? Or a man who just started his business and doing well? What happens if one arent a good student or doing badly in his business? They dont deserve to have someone and deserve to die alone? Besides,a person who is not thriving now,doesnt mean that that person will not thrive in the future.On the other hand,a person who is thriving now doesnt mean he will still thrive 10 years from now.Things change with time and shit happens. So,now,i have to think am i thriving? Am i 5 cm shorter than the girl i like? Why bother to make life so complicated? If life is so complicated,i might as well dig a hole and bury myself then. Your threads never helped anyone and you never have the intention to help anyone.You are just trying to belittle people with lower confidence.Make them feel like shit.Make them overanalyse a situation and screw their lives.You never talk about be yourself and just plaigarise other forumer's idea because their ideas arent so bitter to swallow. In the end,you are just a guy who sits behind a computer and think out all these "theories".Just a keyboard warrior.Thats why you never want to reveal your love life,because you dont have one and always worry about this and that. |
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Ezra, something about communication you have to understand is that delivery is often more important than content. You have your points, but how you deliver them may undermine its potential or even worse, its actual meaning.
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 12:51 AM) Ezra, something about communication you have to understand is that delivery is often more important than content. You have your points, but how you deliver them may undermine its potential or even worse, its actual meaning. seriously...I think if something needs to be pinned up for guys, it should be this: http://artofmanliness.com/ I got bored reading some of its content. I rather watch Oprah four times a day. but you're right with the 'delivery'. It is much more to the attitude of the delivery. |
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Ezra, your ideas are pretty good in the sense that everyone with confidence, attracts people. But seriously I don't know if you agree that wanting to approach someone requires more than that.
And one thing that I wished not to correct, but I think every person needs to know that the fictional character "Hitch" never taught his client to date someone "his own league" and then regret why he did not try to date someone that he really want to be with. Honestly I've read one of your post you've mentioned David de Angelo. If you idolize him why not you read his book? I've read and I can tell that your methods are enough just to approach a girl, but not enough to start a relationship. |
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TS , do u think that actually people can get it from internet? isnt that too basic? lets have some pua terminology here.
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So that's why they say, "Those who can't, teach".
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 12:32 AM) Oh For Fvck Sake...let's not get caught in semantics here: And you're saying "be yourself"?USE WHATEVER WORDS YOU WANT IF IT MAKES YOU HAPPY. I dont know why you people are so sensitive to the word "change". Anyway: 1) Change yourself. 2) Enhance yourself. 3) Improve yourself. If you are scrawny, then change/enhance/improve yourself by eating well and exercising. If you are socially isolated, then change/enhance/improve yourself by going out more and empathizing. If you cannot seem to hold a conversation, then change/enhance/improve yourself by controlling your bad habits (eg. late night gaming), sleep well and be in a healthy mental state. |
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u still can b urself after changes/enhancement/improvement...
u dun hv to fake anything...u r still u r wat u r...just, a better u compared to previous u...it's a good thing i would say... for those who refuse to embrace d idea of changes/enhance/improvement...u can always stay in ur stoneage...just a quote i find quite true... “In times of change learners inherit the earth while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.” Eric Hoffer |
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man.....do you REALLY need a guide to approach girls?
Man..this is kinda gay.... It ain't hard to approach people, just have confidence. Geeezzz |
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QUOTE(suiteng @ Jul 25 2009, 08:54 PM) Danger sign: Keep an eye out for flirting that isn't accompanied by other "I like you" behaviors - this can indicate a purely sexual, not romantic interest. I don't understand why this is a "danger sign". |
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everybody talking about confidence...den where d hell dis confidence comes from???
it must b from some qualities u already hv... just for those who find themselves having less of these qualities...it's time to buck up and improve...get more skill or watever shit... |
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QUOTE(RUI @ Jul 26 2009, 03:55 AM) everybody talking about confidence...den where d hell dis confidence comes from??? I didn't get real confidence until there came points in time where I was tested to my limits. And I'm not just talking about getting grades or winning first place kind of thing or army bootcamps where you stay awake for three days. I'm talking about situations where if you lose, you DIE, or a person you care about DIES.it must b from some qualities u already hv... just for those who find themselves having less of these qualities...it's time to buck up and improve...get more skill or watever shit... This put a LOT of things into perspective. For all my faults and flaws, no matter how "uncool" I was and all the horrible pratfalls I've made in life... I realised I had inherent worth because I stood up and took action where few people would or could, and the times I did so really did mean something. There isn't one defining quality of worthiness. Being human means being a part of this diversity of human experience, desire and ability. I believe that everybody has a part to play (even though most of the time in my posts I sound like a lunatic "ultra") in this world, and that every life is worth something. I wouldn't go so far as to suggest what the world could be like if every person on earth truly believed in themselves and their manifest destiny. I would only suggest that perhaps an individual who gives him or herself a real chance in this regard would truly see his/her quality of life improving significantly. Added on July 26, 2009, 4:55 am QUOTE(Cheesenium @ Jul 26 2009, 12:45 AM) Blah blah blah,you just like to make things so complex. Well, Ezra admitted himself that writing all of this is just a personal hobby for him. He probably intends to make money from this.You have no definition of thriving.So,is a good student considered as thriving? Or a man who just started his business and doing well? What happens if one arent a good student or doing badly in his business? They dont deserve to have someone and deserve to die alone? Besides,a person who is not thriving now,doesnt mean that that person will not thrive in the future.On the other hand,a person who is thriving now doesnt mean he will still thrive 10 years from now.Things change with time and shit happens. So,now,i have to think am i thriving? Am i 5 cm shorter than the girl i like? Why bother to make life so complicated? If life is so complicated,i might as well dig a hole and bury myself then. Your threads never helped anyone and you never have the intention to help anyone.You are just trying to belittle people with lower confidence.Make them feel like shit.Make them overanalyse a situation and screw their lives.You never talk about be yourself and just plaigarise other forumer's idea because their ideas arent so bitter to swallow. In the end,you are just a guy who sits behind a computer and think out all these "theories".Just a keyboard warrior.Thats why you never want to reveal your love life,because you dont have one and always worry about this and that. If I were to criticise or give feedback to somebody I would rather do so for a person that really gives a damn about who his writings are meant for. Which is why I'm no longer saying a single significant thing in any of his posts or threads now. This post has been edited by Dickson Poon: Jul 26 2009, 04:55 AM |
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QUOTE(Cheesenium @ Jul 26 2009, 12:45 AM) Blah blah blah,you just like to make things so complex. RE: PlagiarismYou have no definition of thriving.So,is a good student considered as thriving? Or a man who just started his business and doing well? What happens if one arent a good student or doing badly in his business? They dont deserve to have someone and deserve to die alone? Besides,a person who is not thriving now,doesnt mean that that person will not thrive in the future.On the other hand,a person who is thriving now doesnt mean he will still thrive 10 years from now.Things change with time and shit happens. So,now,i have to think am i thriving? Am i 5 cm shorter than the girl i like? Why bother to make life so complicated? If life is so complicated,i might as well dig a hole and bury myself then. Your threads never helped anyone and you never have the intention to help anyone.You are just trying to belittle people with lower confidence.Make them feel like shit.Make them overanalyse a situation and screw their lives.You never talk about be yourself and just plaigarise other forumer's idea because their ideas arent so bitter to swallow. In the end,you are just a guy who sits behind a computer and think out all these "theories".Just a keyboard warrior.Thats why you never want to reveal your love life,because you dont have one and always worry about this and that. These ideas are my own. I have been blogging about similar themes for some time now. RE: Meaning of the word "thriving" I use the word as it is used in the English language. Please refer to any conventional dictionary. Look, I dont mind whatever ad hominems you throw at me, but that claim (large bolded text^) is not true. RE: Bolded text above^ I speak as a 23 year old whom, just like everyone else, is trying to make the most out of his life. I have personally experienced a very severe eating disorder (I was 45kg/174cm at one point) and I saw the game of love from an underdog's perspective in my late teens. As I overcame my eating disorder, and put real emphasis into making myself a better man, by eating well, exercising, sleeping well, and mixing and mingling... I realized how women would interact with me differently. I share what I know from experience. I speak with conviction that being successful/thriving in life will show not only in your physical body, but also your mind and emotional state as well. It's not about being outgoing or shy. It is about thriving, knowing that your life has purpose and drive. When you walk your own path, women will notice it. It's really hard to explain, but at the end of the day, it is what seems to really work. I dont believe in pickup lines or anything superficial/temporary. I believe in core values that are universally appreciated not just by women, but by people as a whole. When you embrace the world and all it's realities. No escapism: When you dont hide behind fantasy (games/anime/manga) and become mature of mind. When you dont give yourself soothing lies that deviate you from the truth. When you expunge the childish fears that hold you back. You start to take control of your life...and when you do so, you will find the strength to make real changes in your life. You no longer see the world through rose tinted glasses. Your personality develops/changes/matures/improves (whatever word you want to use). Women seem to have a sixth sense. They know if you are mature of mind the minute you open your mouth. The way you carry yourself also changes. I cannot explain it...but im sure other men have walked the same path. Believe it or not, I do write with the intent of helping others. And I believe that self-actualization is the first step in self improvement. Now look, different people will have different experiences...and im sure my experiences may not apply to you and probably some others. If you have experiences you would like to share... or lessons learnt from experiences... I look forward to hearing them, for diversity of ideas is always good. RE: Ad hominems / personal attacks / flames I would appreciate restraint in using personal attacks. I dont want this thread to become a flamewar. Do know that it reflects on the mentality of the person using them. RE: My personal life I have never disclosed my personal life on this forum as I post with my real name. Yes, I am really Ezra Limm. I do discuss my personal life online, but on a different forum, and with a pseudonym. RE: WHy I write This is a hobby. I write on my free time. I am quite busy in real life and sometimes it's just nice to forget about work and social commitments and give myself time to think and write. Why do people paint? Why do people write songs? Why do people go into photography? Why do writers write? lol... perhaps it's a calling.. but at the end of the day, i just like to write Dickson Poon: Yeah, I do hope to get this published one day. THe first version (v1: what girls really want in a man) and the second version (v2: the real game of love), were far far far too crude for publishing. This is my third attempt. I have removed as much of the negatives as posible. I try to avoid making people feel bad....though I think i have reached the limit of what is possible - for the message has to get through in the end. This is the third version of the article... it is no longer a wall of text, and is a lot more positive than v1 and v2. Added on July 26, 2009, 11:59 am QUOTE(bomberkenny @ Jul 26 2009, 01:45 AM) Ezra, your ideas are pretty good in the sense that everyone with confidence, attracts people. But seriously I don't know if you agree that wanting to approach someone requires more than that. Thanks for the feedback!And one thing that I wished not to correct, but I think every person needs to know that the fictional character "Hitch" never taught his client to date someone "his own league" and then regret why he did not try to date someone that he really want to be with. Honestly I've read one of your post you've mentioned David de Angelo. If you idolize him why not you read his book? I've read and I can tell that your methods are enough just to approach a girl, but not enough to start a relationship. I cant stand david de angelo. He blabbers waaaaaay to much and frankly, he's not a very good public speaker. He's just not very charismatic and doesnt hold people's attention well...and reads off a script most of the time. I've only watched a few of his videos. The one below provided the inspiration for this article: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--I4_huH9Rc This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 12:00 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 11:55 AM) Added on July 26, 2009, 11:59 am Thanks for the feedback! I cant stand david de angelo. He blabbers waaaaaay to much and frankly, he's not a very good public speaker. He's just not very charismatic and doesnt hold people's attention well...and reads off a script most of the time. I've only watched a few of his videos. The one below provided the inspiration for this article: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--I4_huH9Rc |
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I have to add that david deangelo deals with different content from what I am doing.
Go watch his videos. Summarize his points. Im sure they are differernt from mine. Look, david's videos are more acceptable as he never touches on sensitive issues. What he speaks is true... There are ways and mannerisms that women do find attractive. But I go one level deeper than that. IN MY PERSONAL OPINION, there is only so much that "guts" and "mannerisms" and "posture" could do in increasing your chances with women. At the end of the day it still boils down to the ability to convey an image of success in life. David avoids this as his customers are all paying to see his shows...and he sure as hell doesnt want anyone to feel bad. I focus on the individual. The core person. David does eventually touch on similar themes as me.... but he sugar coats it in 1hr+ speeches. Bottom line end of the day: women dont like losers. The difference between me and david is that I focus on the characteristics of people who are thriving in life. Something that david wouldnt do directly in front of paying customers. He can talk till the cows come home about confidence, being well groomed, well mannered, having a good posture, and conveying self-worth.... It does not change the fact that underlying all those core elements is physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. What david deangelo talks about is really easy to follow only IF you are already thriving physically, mentally and emotionally. A hapless loser will not be able to follow david's advice even though he feels good listening to it and reading about it. David Deangelo avoids talking about those core issues to his paying customers as he KNOWS that many people will be hurt. So yeah. If you want to focus on talking about the superficial because it doesnt hurt your sensitive fragile egos, then go watch David Deangelo. like I said, this thread is not for everyone. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 01:52 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 01:44 PM) I have to add that david deangelo deals with different content from what I am doing. Have you asked a woman's opinion about this?Go watch his videos. Summarize his points. Im sure they are differernt from mine. Look, david's videos are more acceptable as he never touches on sensitive issues. What he speaks is true... There are ways and mannerisms that women do find attractive. But I go one level deeper than that. IN MY PERSONAL OPINION, there is only so much that "guts" and "mannerisms" and "posture" could do in increasing your chances with women. At the end of the day it still boils down to the ability to convey an image of success in life. David avoids this as his customers are all paying to see his shows...and he sure as hell doesnt want anyone to feel bad. I focus on the individual. The core person. David does eventually touch on similar themes as me.... but he sugar coats it in 1hr+ speeches. Bottom line end of the day: women dont like losers. The difference between me and david is that I focus on the characteristics of people who are thriving in life. Something that david wouldnt do directly in front of paying customers. He can talk till the cows come home about confidence, being well groomed, well mannered, having a good posture, and conveying self-worth.... It does not change the fact that underlying all those core elements is physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. What david deangelo talks about is really easy to follow only IF you are already thriving physically, mentally and emotionally. A hapless loser will not be able to follow david's advice even though he feels good listening to it and reading about it. David Deangelo avoids talking about those core issues to his paying customers as he KNOWS that many people will be hurt. So yeah. If you want to focus on talking about the superficial because it doesnt hurt your sensitive fragile egos, then go watch David Deangelo. like I said, this thread is not for everyone. This post has been edited by Deadlocks: Jul 26 2009, 02:01 PM |
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I think there's a point you are missing. for starters, you are communicating with written words. So your words have to be presented in a way that people will want to read it, is quick to understand and is willing to accept.
The way you frame and present your points is very important as it relates to how people interpret it. I would know. I'm a journalism graduate. Also, we do not have anything to gain by opposing your ideals or criticizing your work. When we say it's over simplified or too generalized, we mean it as a fact. You've written "face the truth". Now it's time you face the truth. Your work is still flawed. Reality is harsh man. Added on July 26, 2009, 2:08 pm QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 02:01 PM) This post has been edited by Jamien: Jul 26 2009, 02:08 PM |
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 02:16 PM) Oh, so he's one of the men still trying to figure women out? Lol it'll never work. Reason being that women and men are different. You don't have to understand women to please women and attract women. So this is a case of the blind trying to lead the blind. Or maybe ezra is imagining himself as a woman and what kinda approach men take with him will make him say yes? |
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QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 26 2009, 02:25 PM) Oh, so he's one of the men still trying to figure women out? Lol it'll never work. Reason being that women and men are different. You don't have to understand women to please women and attract women. Yeah, you know Jamien, I will like to participate but...I need to show empathy and side with my fellow genders.So this is a case of the blind trying to lead the blind. Or maybe ezra is imagining himself as a woman and what kinda approach men take with him will make him say yes? So now I forbid you to be so harsh on him now. |
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 02:27 PM) Yeah, you know Jamien, I will like to participate but...I need to show empathy and side with my fellow genders. Fine. So now I forbid you to be so harsh on him now. |
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QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 26 2009, 02:32 PM) Fine. ACTUALLY...I do know a few important things about women though. |
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QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 26 2009, 02:05 PM) You've written "face the truth". Now it's time you face the truth. Your work is still flawed. Reality is harsh man. I respect your opinion.Now, I do also appreciate constructive feedback. No ad hominems. If you disagree with any part of the article, do let me know. Added on July 26, 2009, 3:28 pm QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 26 2009, 02:32 PM) Fine. Woa.What a claim. FFS do you ppl get kicks for putting words in my mouth?Anyway,I have never claimed to understand women. I still dont. And I probably never will. That said, I do know what women seem to like in men whom they consider as potential romantic partners. eg. 1) Men who are secure (emotionally/financially/mentally) 2) Men who know their path/purpose in life. 3) Men who are physically thriving and are reasonably well built (not necessarily muscular, but not frail or too obese) 4) Men who are mentally sound and intellegent - the minute they open their mouth it shows 5) Men who are connected...with friends and support networks. It adds to their personality ...and what women dont like as potential romantic partners: 1) Men who are insecure. 2) Men who are both shorter and lighter than they are. 3) Men who are mentally not thriving... lack of friends.. too much fantasy... lack of social life... it shows when they open their mouths. 4) Men who are not connected...lack of friends and support networks... no personality development. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 03:34 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 03:21 PM) I respect your opinion. What about women-abstract-emotional-factors? The very difference how they women are less visual-creature oriented as how most men are.Now, I do also appreciate constructive feedback. No ad hominems. If you disagree with any part of the article, do let me know. Added on July 26, 2009, 3:28 pm Woa.What a claim. FFS do you ppl get kicks for putting words in my mouth? Anyway,I have never claimed to understand women. I still dont. And I probably never will. That said, I do know what women seem to like in men whom they consider as potential romantic partners. eg. 1) Men who are secure (emotionally/financially/mentally) 2) Men who know their path/purpose in life. 3) Men who are physically thriving and are reasonably well built (not necessarily muscular, but not frail or too obese) 4) Men who are mentally sound and intellegent - the minute they open their mouth it shows 5) Men who are connected...with friends and support networks. It adds to their personality ...and what women dont like as potential romantic partners: 1) Men who are insecure. 2) Men who are both shorter and lighter than they are. 3) Men who are mentally not thriving... lack of friends.. too much fantasy... lack of social life... it shows when they open their mouths. 4) Men who are not connected...lack of friends and support networks... no personality development. |
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 03:35 PM) What about women-abstract-emotional-factors? The very difference how they women are less visual-creature oriented as how most men are. I agree completely on this one.Women place less emphasis on physical appearances than men. They SENSE a man's self-worth. Not just by physical appearances, but by the way the man interacts and projects himself to the world. The man who is in control of his life and is THRIVING, with lots of friends, a healthy body, a healthy mind and a healthy social life, will USUALLY be attractive to women... Just like men want to know more about the pretty/hot girls...women want to know more about MEN who are as described above^ The boy who hasnt yet grown up....eats shit, doesnt exercise, reads manga all day, plays games till 4am everyday, and doesnt go out much, and has almost no friends, will be quite unattractive. Not only reflected by his physical appearance... but by his mind, and ability to maintain conversations... the ability to empathize, click and connect will suffer if you dont have enough sleep and social interaction. Just like nobody seems to want to ask the ugly girls out for a date... women simply dont want to get to know more about BOYS who are as described above^ LOVE IS BLIND. Attractiveness really doesnt matter when it comes to true love. BUT Women are very picky with who they fall in love with...just as guys are very picky with who they are willing to ask out on a date. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 03:46 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 03:42 PM) I agree completely on this one. You were right until you elaborate the details of a man's self-worth. Women place less emphasis on physical appearances than men. They SENSE a man's self-worth. Not just by physical appearances, but by the way the man interacts and projects himself to the world. The man who is in control of his life and is THRIVING, with lots of friends, a healthy body, a healthy mind and a healthy social life, will USUALLY be attractive to women... Just like men want to know more about the pretty/hot girls...women want to know more about MEN who are as described above^ The boy who hasnt yet grown up....eats shit, doesnt exercise, reads manga all day, plays games till 4am everyday, and doesnt go out much, and has almost no friends, will be quite unattractive. Not only reflected by his physical appearance... but by his mind, and ability to maintain conversations... the ability to empathize, click and connect will suffer if you dont have enough sleep and social interaction. Just like nobody seems to want to ask the ugly girls out for a date... women simply dont want to get to know more about BOYS who are as described above^ LOVE IS BLIND. Attractiveness really doesnt matter when it comes to true love. BUT Women are very picky with who they fall in love with...just as guys are very picky with who they are willing to ask out on a date. A man's self-worth is not something objective you can look at. Get it? |
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By a broad generalization though, he is right! hahaha. True enough the very point of 'how to approach a girl' isn't actually soemthing you can deduce logically and objectively, so any 'guide' given in CC in essence must be based on a broad generalisation, otherwise there will be no 'general' faq we can provide.
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 03:49 PM) You were right until you elaborate the details of a man's self-worth. Okay, we're gonna have to agree to disagree on that one A man's self-worth is not something objective you can look at. Get it? I think that a man's self worth is determined by: 1) Physical well being 2) Mental well being 3) Emotional well being 4) Career and security They are all subjective things. But ya get the jist of the message. Added on July 26, 2009, 3:57 pm QUOTE(ThanatosSwiftfire @ Jul 26 2009, 03:52 PM) By a broad generalization though, he is right! hahaha. True enough the very point of 'how to approach a girl' isn't actually soemthing you can deduce logically and objectively, so any 'guide' given in CC in essence must be based on a broad generalisation, otherwise there will be no 'general' faq we can provide. Actually, I was not sure if the title "how to approach" a girl is even suitable given the contents of the thread. I was simply oout of ideas on that one. Perhaps you could give some suggestions on what a title should be.If you notice... it's really about how to get girls to want to approach you This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 04:03 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 03:56 PM) Okay, we're gonna have to agree to disagree on that one Not exactly. An arsehole, a jackarse, and a shameless vagabond can have self-worth too, no matter how negative they can be looked upon.I think that a man's self worth is determined by: 1) Physical well being 2) Mental well being 3) Emotional well being 4) Career and security |
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 04:03 PM) Not exactly. An arsehole, a jackarse, and a shameless vagabond can have self-worth too, no matter how negative they can be looked upon. As I said, those features are SUBJECTIVE!!!Arseholes and jackarses and vagabonds may have other features that compensate for their inadequacies.. NOBODY IS PERFECT. The arsehole may have a body to die for...and the aura of confidence and masculinity that make girls sweat. |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:08 PM) As I said, those features are SUBJECTIVE!!! Like I said, don't bring in objectivities.Arseholes and jackarses and vagabonds may have other features that compensate for their inadequacies.. NOBODY IS PERFECT. The arsehole may have a body to die for...and the aura of confidence and masculinity that make girls sweat. |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:13 PM) that was just an example. The core reasoning that a man's self worth is determined by those four SUBJECTIVE characteristics still stands. |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:13 PM) QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:41 PM) He aint nitpicking, you just can't seem to stick to a single point. Every time people challenge something you write, you change things a bit, you've change to the point you're either contradicting yourself or it seems that you don't really have a point to make anymore. QUOTE The core reasoning that a man's self worth is determined by those four SUBJECTIVE characteristics still stands. A man's self worth is judged by none other than the man himself. This is what you keep failing to understand. |
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 04:44 PM) He aint nitpicking, you just can't seem to stick to a single point. Every time people challenge something you write, you change things a bit, you've change to the point you're either contradicting yourself or it seems that you don't really have a point to make anymore. A man's self worth is judged by none other than the man himself. This is what you keep failing to understand. Post some constructive feedback about the main article and I will reply. Do quote what you have a problem with. WHERE THE HELL IN THE MAIN ARTICLE AM I CONTRADICTING MYSELF? Why do you keep trying to discredit me? Did i hit a nerve? Dude, im not trying to insult anyone. Just posting what I see as truth. From now on I will not argue on semantics. You can make all the claims you want. I dont give a shit anymore. It's pointless arguing over semantics. The words mean what they mean in the english language. Check a dictionary if you dont understand. Added on July 26, 2009, 4:53 pm QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 04:48 PM) Ezra. Maybe...it's time to stop writing to us? Instead of saying IMHO, put your ideas to the test, and then explain your moments and experience acquired. Believe whatever you want if discrediting me makes you feel better about yourself.Men who are busy at DOING SOMETHING in real life WILL HAVE NO TIME WRITING in a forum. It does not change the validity of anything I have said in the main article. I cannot discuss any personal experiences here with my real name. If you really really want to know, add me on facebook or something and I wouldnt mind having a chat sometime. My name is Ezra Limm on facebook. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 04:53 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:50 PM) Post some constructive feedback about the main article and I will reply. Do quote what you have a problem with. WHERE THE HELL IN THE MAIN ARTICLE AM I CONTRADICTING MYSELF? Why do you keep trying to discredit me? Did i hit a nerve? Dude, im not trying to insult anyone. Just posting what I see as truth. From now on I will not argue on semantics. You can make all the claims you want. I dont give a shit anymore. It's pointless arguing over semantics. The words mean what they mean in the english language. Check a dictionary if you dont understand. Added on July 26, 2009, 4:53 pm Believe whatever you want if discrediting me makes you feel better about yourself. It does not change the validity of anything I have said in the main article. I cannot discuss any personal experiences here with my real name. If you really really want to know, add me on facebook or something and I wouldnt mind having a chat sometime. My name is Ezra Limm on facebook. What do you think this is? An intellectual debate? Where substance of intellects must be taken importantly irregardless of the person conveying it? That's not how real life is man. |
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Jul 26 2009, 05:00 PM
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Jul 26 2009, 05:02 PM
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Jul 26 2009, 05:05 PM
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:50 PM) Post some constructive feedback about the main article and I will reply. Do quote what you have a problem with. WHERE THE HELL IN THE MAIN ARTICLE AM I CONTRADICTING MYSELF? Why do you keep trying to discredit me? Did i hit a nerve? Dude, im not trying to insult anyone. Just posting what I see as truth. From now on I will not argue on semantics. You can make all the claims you want. I dont give a shit anymore. It's pointless arguing over semantics. The words mean what they mean in the english language. Check a dictionary if you dont understand. » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Then you go about telling people how they should be to thrive. Your message is inconsistent. But you know what, lets put this aside, its pointless to argue on this since you're so damn defensive when the core of your argument is brought into question. Lets just hear your opinion on this simple question: Can a man's self-worth be judge by anyone else but himself? |
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Jul 26 2009, 05:15 PM
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ezralimm, have you tried sarging the floor? Any of the PUA techniques working for you on the Malaysian turf?
Some things I've tried and tested, it works well. Most of it I just discard. Two things have worked particularly well for me. I haven't been cold hearted enough to try the 'freeze-out' to help me f-close or k-close, but when they go 'this is so wrong', 'we shouldn't be doing this', blatantly AGREEING does help in shifting the blame from their end to your end. This does smooth things along, surprisingly effectively. Also, the 9 hour rule (between attraction and seduction) does hold true. In numerous occasions and among peers. So, what has worked for you? I'd like to know. |
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Jul 26 2009, 06:28 PM
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Jul 26 2009, 07:22 PM
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 05:05 PM) Is constructive feedback only things that agree with you? A lot of people have been giving constructive feedback but you just get defensive. You want to see a blatant contradiction? Here it is Nope. Please quote the constructive feedback you claim exists.There isnt any. What appears to be constructive feedback, when you examine it, is just a plain simple personal attack / ad hominem / flame. Claiming that something is wrong/illogical is fine. But then back it up. DOnt just say that my whole case is wrong (ie. "The article is flawed". "Your point of view is deluded".). Those arent constructive feedback. Quote me. Respond to each point that I raise. Give your reasonings as to why the point is wrong. Claims that my thread are "belittling" or "hurtful" are valid claims. I do not deny that they may offend some people...but such claims do not affect the validity of my statements. QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 05:05 PM) Lets just hear your opinion on this simple question: I am not going to answer your question. If you think it can be judged by others, then it can. If you think it cannot, then it cannot.Can a man's self-worth be judge by anyone else but himself? I mean exactly what I said. Self-worth is synonymous with self esteem. It is immeasurable and subjective. You know how much self esteem you have. And when you have self esteem, others will notice it in your behaviour and personality..... So it's not like girls are going to say "oh his self worth is 10/10". No, it doesnt work that way. It is subjective... and having self worth affects your behaviour in ways that are positive. QUOTE "They SENSE a man's self-worth. Not just by physical appearances, but by the way the man interacts and projects himself to the world." Then you go about telling people how they should be to thrive. Your message is inconsistent. The message is consistent. IN MY PERSONAL OPINION, self worth / self esteem naturally builds up in people who are thriving - being physically, mentally and emotionally healthy. In other words, self-worth/self-esteem is a natural consequence of having lots of friends, being reasonably fit, and being mentally well. Added on July 26, 2009, 7:27 pm QUOTE(mofonyx @ Jul 26 2009, 05:15 PM) ezralimm, have you tried sarging the floor? Any of the PUA techniques working for you on the Malaysian turf? Just so it's clear. I am not a PUA. I dont want to be a PUA. And I am morally opposed to the idea of being a PUA.Some things I've tried and tested, it works well. Most of it I just discard. Two things have worked particularly well for me. I haven't been cold hearted enough to try the 'freeze-out' to help me f-close or k-close, but when they go 'this is so wrong', 'we shouldn't be doing this', blatantly AGREEING does help in shifting the blame from their end to your end. This does smooth things along, surprisingly effectively. Also, the 9 hour rule (between attraction and seduction) does hold true. In numerous occasions and among peers. So, what has worked for you? I'd like to know. Women are human beings and do have feelings. I dont believe in "closing" (in PUA terminology) with women. There is nothing to close. WHen a relationship starts, it starts. Sex is part and parcel of a normal loving relationship. It's not just about getting action from women. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 26 2009, 07:27 PM |
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Jul 26 2009, 07:28 PM
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Jul 26 2009, 07:32 PM
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 04:50 PM) I dont see why you cant reveal your personal experience here.No one is asking you to write out the names of the girls you go after,the pictures of them and their contact numbers. Just another wall of text will do,as you love wall of texts. |
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Jul 26 2009, 07:33 PM
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You can accuse me of being objective or whatever. It doesnt matter. The core reasoning in the main article stands. Nobody has challenged them yet despite many personal attacks and declarations of logical fallacies. SO what if it is objective/subjective/ambiguous. It doesnt fvcking matter. I stand by what I say: Generally: 1) Being a freaking loner with no friends and not going out is bad for mental health and your social life. 2) Eating sh1t, not exercising and playing video games to the wee hours of the morning will make your physical self more unattractive to the opposite sex. 3) Women do not want sociopath nutcases who cant hold a decent conversation with another human being. In control of one's life + Healthy body + Healthy mind + Healthy emotional state = THRIVING If you think that to thrive in life does not include having a healthy body... SO BE IT. im not forcing you to change your views. |
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Until we see recent pictures of you being surrounded by hot girls harem-style while you're b****-slapping them, we cannot grant you any credibility/respect/jedi master that you seek in your every post.
Hey, at least you have that keyboard warrior award. This post has been edited by emefbiemef: Jul 26 2009, 08:58 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 07:33 PM) You can accuse me of being objective or whatever. It doesnt matter. The core reasoning in the main article stands. Nobody has challenged them yet despite many personal attacks and declarations of logical fallacies. SO what if it is objective/subjective/ambiguous. It doesnt fvcking matter. I stand by what I say: Generally: 1) Being a freaking loner with no friends and not going out is bad for mental health and your social life. 2) Eating sh1t, not exercising and playing video games to the wee hours of the morning will make your physical self more unattractive to the opposite sex. 3) Women do not want sociopath nutcases who cant hold a decent conversation with another human being. In control of one's life + Healthy body + Healthy mind + Healthy emotional state = THRIVING If you think that to thrive in life does not include having a healthy body... SO BE IT. im not forcing you to change your views. It was because of that. |
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Jul 26 2009, 10:33 PM
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 07:22 PM) Nope. Please quote the constructive feedback you claim exists. Here you go » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « QUOTE There isnt any. What appears to be constructive feedback, when you examine it, is just a plain simple personal attack / ad hominem / flame. Claiming that something is wrong/illogical is fine. But then back it up. DOnt just say that my whole case is wrong (ie. "The article is flawed". "Your point of view is deluded".). Those arent constructive feedback. Quote me. Respond to each point that I raise. Give your reasonings as to why the point is wrong. We have quoted you and done that many times in the past, did you learn anything? no. So why bother doing it? Your previous "series" (the one with the mind map) was better and had more potential. QUOTE Self-worth is synonymous with self esteem. It is immeasurable and subjective. You know how much self esteem you have. And when you have self esteem, others will notice it in your behaviour and personality..... So it's not like girls are going to say "oh his self worth is 10/10". No, it doesnt work that way. It is subjective... and having self worth affects your behaviour in ways that are positive. If its immeasurable and subjective, what the hell are you doing defining it for people? What gives you the right to tell them what they "self worth" means to them? QUOTE The message is consistent. Really? About thriving? If its about self-worth and that being so subjective, it basically invalidates everything you've been writing about. QUOTE IN MY PERSONAL OPINION, self worth / self esteem naturally builds up in people who are thriving - being physically, mentally and emotionally healthy. In other words, self-worth/self-esteem is a natural consequence of having lots of friends, being reasonably fit, and being mentally well. I've met people who would fail your idea of "thriving" yet have an extreme amount of self worth and self esteem. Heck, I know a married old fart who goes around buayaing college chicks (rather successfully) for the fun of it. He has the fashion sense of an old chinaman, isn't rich and from the amount of cigarettes he smokes, I doubt he's even healthy Now, why is that? QUOTE Just so it's clear. I am not a PUA. I dont want to be a PUA. And I am morally opposed to the idea of being a PUA. Women are human beings and do have feelings. I dont believe in "closing" (in PUA terminology) with women. There is nothing to close. WHen a relationship starts, it starts. Sex is part and parcel of a normal loving relationship. It's not just about getting action from women. As much as I agree with you, you have to realise that the aspect PUA's cover is an essential aspect in dating and relationships. Its not the whole thing, but important nonetheless. This post has been edited by silverhawk: Jul 26 2009, 10:34 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 07:22 PM) Just so it's clear. I am not a PUA. I dont want to be a PUA. And I am morally opposed to the idea of being a PUA. Haha, relationships. I laugh at them. Who has the time really?Women are human beings and do have feelings. I dont believe in "closing" (in PUA terminology) with women. There is nothing to close. WHen a relationship starts, it starts. Sex is part and parcel of a normal loving relationship. It's not just about getting action from women. |
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Jul 26 2009, 10:44 PM
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Well, not right now. Maybe early 30s or late 20s. Got med school to finish, gym and all. Girls get in the way of my success, in the gym AND at school.
I had a fair share of relationships. ***** is really more headache than pleasure. Learning from experience, I'd rather have NO headache and NO pleasure than that unfair tradeoff. The performance at the gym is strongly related to emotions. Likewise, if you're on a downer, your studies would suffer. My opinions about relationships at this point of time is nothing more than a heavy burden slowing me down. |
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Sheesh the tension.. What's wrong with you people, making a mountain out of a molehill? The guy's points were precise and well summarised, something i'd like to read.
Simple things can also be stretched out untill 6 pages. And not say all the reply pendek pendek or what, my eyes can bleed trying to squint into my handphone's tiny little screen. Anyway, i've learnt alot these past few days and I must say, i do agree with most of the points. Some I have no comments because I simply don't deserve to. Anyway, to me, what the thread is basically saying is, change yourself because through change, one's self confidence will naturally flourish and with that extra boost of confidence, one will naturally be able to mingle around with people better. Its applicable too when wanting to approach someone of the opposite gender. You dress yourself well, you stay healthy, you stay active, these are attributes that contribute to one's self confidence. And coincidentally, they are attributes that people often look for or covet in someone. Through experience, nobody would wanna choose an average looking guy over a better looking one. Why? Because its more appealing. Duh. So, improve your image, and you'll feel more confident about yourselves. And at the same time, people will too feel more comfortable wanting to be approached by you. Moral of story of this thread; you look(physically and mentally) good, you'll feel better about your self and will probably end up with dem ladiez more often. Btw, it doesn't matter if you say change or enhance, its the same. To enhance your self means to include change that is not normal, thus it can be classifed as change too. This post has been edited by 159: Jul 26 2009, 11:03 PM |
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QUOTE(159 @ Jul 26 2009, 11:01 PM) Sheesh the tension.. What's wrong with you people, making a mountain out of a molehill? The guy's points were precise and well summarised, something i'd like to read. It's called "atheism of the idea of "survival of the fittest".Simple things can also be stretched out untill 6 pages. And not say all the reply pendek pendek or what, my eyes can bleed trying to squint into my handphone's tiny little screen. Anyway, i've learnt alot these past few days and I must say, i do agree with most of the points. Some I have no comments because I simply don't deserve to. Anyway, to me, what the thread is basically saying is, change yourself because through change, one's self confidence will naturally flourish and with that extra boost of confidence, one will naturally be able to mingle around with people better. Its applicable too when wanting to approach someone of the opposite gender. You dress yourself well, you stay healthy, you stay active, these are attributes that contribute to one's self confidence. And coincidentally, they are attributes that people often look for or covet in someone. Through experience, nobody would wanna choose an average looking guy over a better looking one. Why? Because its more appealing. Duh. So, improve your image, and you'll feel more confident about yourselves. And at the same time, people will too feel more comfortable wanting to be approached by you. Moral of story of this thread; you look(physically and mentally) good, you'll feel better and will end up with dem ladiez. Btw, it doesn't matter if you say change or enhance, its the same. To enhance your self means to include change that is not normal, thus it can be classifed as change too. That's why the tension. This post has been edited by Deadlocks: Jul 26 2009, 11:10 PM |
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just talk and make she always smile and laugh when both of u talking something.. then the spirit will come... then can make a date.. simple !!!! |
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 12:51 AM) Interesting site, especially about the "so you want my job" and the health & fitness sections.QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 26 2009, 01:44 PM) Bottom line end of the day: women dont like losers. The difference between me and david is that I focus on the characteristics of people who are thriving in life. Something that david wouldnt do directly in front of paying customers. He can talk till the cows come home about confidence, being well groomed, well mannered, having a good posture, and conveying self-worth.... It does not change the fact that underlying all those core elements is physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. What david deangelo talks about is really easy to follow only IF you are already thriving physically, mentally and emotionally. A hapless loser will not be able to follow david's advice even though he feels good listening to it and reading about it. The verbosity of his lectures is necessary to explain and back up his points in-depth, versus throwing out vague, generalised statements and letting his audience out to hang. Remember he is talking to a live audience, not writing a summary. About hapless losers not being able to follow his advice; well, what he is doing is akin to "teaching a man how to fish", but if the hapless loser isn't willing to listen nor is ready for change, NOTHING and NO ONE can help him. And fixed this quote: NOBODY dont like losers. Not even the losers themselves. IMO, the main reason you're getting all this flak is that you make alot of broad, generalised assertions on subjective matters. There are SOME points which are good advice (a guy needs to be emotionally, physically, mentally, financially sorted out), but you're making alot of assertions that aren't quite the 'big picture'. What you stated in the first post seems to be more refined and on the right track, but by and by, it is not a rule. There are countless exceptions to what you posted as people are attracted to others for wildly varying reasons, and those reasons will also vary as a person ages, and those reasons are often illogical ones. Remember, logic and emotion are two opposing forces that co-exist in a person. Another piece of constructive criticism for you: bludgeoning people with forceful statements and expecting them to swallow it will net you exactly the reaction you got in this thread. The disclaimer makes it feel all the more pretentious. Also, you expressed the sentiment of not liking to read before. I tell you now that it is a mistake to think reading is not necessary. A learned person is widely read on any and every subject he or she ventures to become an authority on. QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 26 2009, 02:05 PM) I think there's a point you are missing. for starters, you are communicating with written words. So your words have to be presented in a way that people will want to read it, is quick to understand and is willing to accept. Hey there fellow JR grad, where'd you do your course?The way you frame and present your points is very important as it relates to how people interpret it. I would know. I'm a journalism graduate. |
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QUOTE(mofonyx @ Jul 26 2009, 10:51 PM) Well, not right now. Maybe early 30s or late 20s. Got med school to finish, gym and all. Girls get in the way of my success, in the gym AND at school. HiI had a fair share of relationships. ***** is really more headache than pleasure. Learning from experience, I'd rather have NO headache and NO pleasure than that unfair tradeoff. The performance at the gym is strongly related to emotions. Likewise, if you're on a downer, your studies would suffer. My opinions about relationships at this point of time is nothing more than a heavy burden slowing me down. I read your post with great interests. Have you ever considered guys? They accompany you to gym, help you work out, laugh at your jokes, and knows exactly what makes you tick. I know of a forummer here that might be your type. His nick is darklight79 Added on July 27, 2009, 1:24 am QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 25 2009, 09:20 AM) #1. Ask yourself. QUESTION SIFU!!!!Take a long hard look at yourself in a mirror. Look at every candid photo of you on facebook/friendster. Know who you are. Listen to yourself speak in conversations. Watch videos of yourself projecting your voice to other people. This can be a very humbling experience...but facing the truth is the first step. * Look in the mirror. Ask yourself: If I were a girl, would I date him? * If I were a girl with options (read: a hot girl), would I date him? If the mirror pecah each time i look at it, how? Since i can't ask myself anymore? This post has been edited by happy4ever: Jul 27 2009, 01:24 AM |
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QUOTE(happy4ever @ Jul 27 2009, 01:20 AM) Hi HAHAHAHAHAHAAH! I read your post with great interests. Have you ever considered guys? They accompany you to gym, help you work out, laugh at your jokes, and knows exactly what makes you tick. I know of a forummer here that might be your type. His nick is darklight79 Added on July 27, 2009, 1:24 am QUESTION SIFU!!!! If the mirror pecah each time i look at it, how? Since i can't ask myself anymore? SHIT!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL! |
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Not another misogynistic thread. Quickly, call down an air strike of lube, already. |
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QUOTE(happy4ever @ Jul 27 2009, 01:20 AM) Hi LoLI read your post with great interests. Have you ever considered guys? They accompany you to gym, help you work out, laugh at your jokes, and knows exactly what makes you tick. I know of a forummer here that might be your type. His nick is darklight79 Lowblow, but good one I must say. In all respects, I find better company in man-love companionship to be honest. I share deeper more meaningful friendships with my closest friends (only about 5 in total, from different walks of my life), all of whom are male. Jokes aside I've never found comraderie with girls as I do with guys. It's like how girls have closer girlfriends that they can share everything, but not with their boyfriend. May seem odd to the observer, but the gym actually fosters stronger friendships. I'm not homophobic or anything, I can take the gay jokes hard as they come (lol, pun), having studied in a boy school. 2 of my close friends were friendships made stronger at the gym. The others were either coursemates or people I grew up with. As a triathlete friend of mine said "Hard work fosters good friendships". Guys are good friends. And one of my greatest priorities upon returning for holidays was to go to the gym and work out with my buddy that I grew up with in high school, believe it or not. You may not understand this strong bond I have for my mates, heck, I get ridiculed for it all the time. People often confuse sincere friendships with homosexuality. Obviously not very big fans of Boston Legal. They don't come with ***** though, and that is an extremely good thing. Like I said, ***** makes for headache, and headache I do not need in my friendships. The thread is being sidetracked. Darklight79 hasn't been posting by the way This post has been edited by mofonyx: Jul 27 2009, 02:43 AM |
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ezralimm reminds me of harry potter. haha
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QUOTE(suiteng @ Jul 27 2009, 02:09 AM) Want to be my short term FUBU? QUOTE(mofonyx @ Jul 27 2009, 02:40 AM) LoL when you were growing up with your high school friends, do you two check each other out when your pubes start to grow? "Hey, i got few strands!!! come see!! come see!!!" did you? Lowblow, but good one I must say. In all respects, I find better company in man-love companionship to be honest. I share deeper more meaningful friendships with my closest friends (only about 5 in total, from different walks of my life), all of whom are male. Jokes aside I've never found comraderie with girls as I do with guys. It's like how girls have closer girlfriends that they can share everything, but not with their boyfriend. May seem odd to the observer, but the gym actually fosters stronger friendships. I'm not homophobic or anything, I can take the gay jokes hard as they come (lol, pun), having studied in a boy school. 2 of my close friends were friendships made stronger at the gym. The others were either coursemates or people I grew up with. As a triathlete friend of mine said "Hard work fosters good friendships". Guys are good friends. And one of my greatest priorities upon returning for holidays was to go to the gym and work out with my buddy that I grew up with in high school, believe it or not. You may not understand this strong bond I have for my mates, heck, I get ridiculed for it all the time. People often confuse sincere friendships with homosexuality. Obviously not very big fans of Boston Legal. They don't come with ***** though, and that is an extremely good thing. Like I said, ***** makes for headache, and headache I do not need in my friendships. The thread is being sidetracked. Darklight79 hasn't been posting by the way |
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 26 2009, 09:02 PM) In my opinion, there is nothing wrong with making generalizations if they are true. Do note that generalizations, by definition, will have exceptions (which is why they are not called "absolute truths" but rather "generalizations" in the first place.)For example: I could say that men generally prefer women with hourglass figures. It does not mean that ALL men prefer women with hourglass figures. Some guys like their girls chubby and pear shaped with a nice round b000tay and love to cuddle. But the generalization holds. Most men really do prefer women with hourglass figures. Now, you could argue that some guys who have... *no social life, eats shit, dont exercise, sleeps at 3am everyday, doesnt know how to groom himself, and is emotionally insecure* ...are building relationships with girls who are reasonably attractive and have other options (ie. guys willing to date them). But it is not the general truth. In reality, the guys with those issues are very likely to have their choice selection of partners (ie. The girls they are interested in are not interested in them). Im not saying that they are doomed to be single all their life...Most people will adjust their standards (the hot girls with options were out of their league) and date/ask-out girls who are willing to go out with them. QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 10:33 PM) Let me start with an analogy. Let's say I were to write a story. "Little Red Riding Hood". You have all the right in the world to comment on my writing style. It is subjective (ie. open to YOUR personal interpretation). If you find that my writing style is boring, then that is your personal opinion. I accept that. And I will try to make it more interesting.Constructive criticism is different. If you were to say that my story doesnt make sense because "the big bad wolf eats Little Red Riding Hood in the second chapter but she comes back to life in the fourth chapter", then that would be a genuine constructive criticism. It's not to say that you subjective feedback on writing isnt valued. Believe it or not, it actually is. I have been trying very hard to make the message as politically correct / non-offensive / non-belittling as possible. But there is a limit that I will reach sooner or later. QUOTE(silverhawk): I agree. The delivery style is not perfect. I am still trying to figure out a way to not make it a massive wall of text (like my mind map one)...while not offending/belittling/hurting people and their fragile egos. Silver, I hope to meet you in real life one day. Would be an interesting conversation. I wonder how you interpret things the way you do and nitpick on perceived inconsistencies. QUOTE(jamien): True, my work is not perfect. But im glad that jamien realizes that I cannot stretch my points too much as people would be put off by a wall of text. I am not david deangelo and his sugar coated, feel-good, wrinting style. I am simply more point blank. Some people will be hurt. Hence the disclaimer, and hence the numerous ad hominem responses. I think some people have fragile egos or image issues. QUOTE(deadlocks): IN MY PERSONAL OPINION, a man's self worth is determined by the factors I have mentioned. Note that all those factors are subjective as well. What is healthy? What is mentally healthy? What is physically healthy? What is emotionally healthy? They are all subjective things. You know what YOUR PERSONAL definition of those traits are. I use the word subjective as it is used in the english language. I am referring to the fact that those traits cannot be measured quantitatively, but rather perceived in the mind of the beholder. I did not define anything. I merely pointed out that IN MY OPINION (yes, i have a right to an opinion too!) "self worth" is a natural consequence of those subjective (non-definable) traits. If you disagree, fine. QUOTE(deadlocks): I hold that you are just nitpicking on semantics. Ill leave it up to the other forumers reading this to decide. Anyway. Subjective or not it is irrelevant to the core topics of this article. QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 10:33 PM) We have quoted you and done that many times in the past, did you learn anything? no. So why bother doing it? Your previous "series" (the one with the mind map) was better and had more potential. This thread is far more straightforward. I realized that if I were to elaborate on every single thing on the mind map, I would need about four posts to do so due to word limits on this forum. Too big wall of text. Not worth the effort. Nobody would read it.The contents of this thread is pretty much a summary of the mind map in the other one. It boils down to physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 10:33 PM) If its immeasurable and subjective, what the hell are you doing defining it for people? What gives you the right to tell them what they "self worth" means to them? ANyway, I was not "defining it for people" I was just expressing my opinion. Note I even added "IN MY PERSONAL OPINION" in caps to the sentence. FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IS A HUMAN RIGHT. If you want to use that kind of an argument, then almost opinion on this forum is wrong. I have the right to express myself. You have the right not to listen. You have the right to disagree if it means something else to you. Also, I did not say that physical/mental/emotional health = self worth. I DID NOT SAY THAT. I said that self worth builds as a natural consequence of being in good physical/mental/emotional health. I DID NOT MENTION ANYTHING ABOUT having self worth WITHOUT good physical/mental/emotional health. I DID NOT MENTION ANYTHING ABOUT some people having self worth WITHOUT good physical/mental/emotional health. (yes, i agree some people do have high self worth even though they are in poor physical/mental/emotional health) Your logic is non-sequirtur! Dont put words in my mouth laa... If this thread makes you bitter, then dont read it...but ffs stop putting words in my mouth. QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 26 2009, 10:33 PM) I've met people who would fail your idea of "thriving" yet have an extreme amount of self worth and self esteem. Heck, I know a married old fart who goes around buayaing college chicks (rather successfully) for the fun of it. He has the fashion sense of an old chinaman, isn't rich and from the amount of cigarettes he smokes, I doubt he's even healthy ^see reply to Deadlocks, and the concept of generalization. Yeah, exceptions do exist...but they are not the norm!This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 27 2009, 09:52 AM |
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QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 27 2009, 10:04 AM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Perhaps it's because all you've so mentioned so far are mere tangible properties? People are aware of that, but they are also unhappy because you forgot to include the intangibles as well. I appreciate you bringing it up. PS: tangible is not the word you're looking for, as it implies something concrete.... This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 27 2009, 10:07 AM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 27 2009, 10:06 AM) That is a good point. give me some time to think about it. Your clinging to the norm is similar to the idea of "survival of the fittest", but you I think you didn't know that people are mostly atheistic against that.I appreciate you bringing it up. PS: tangible is not the word you're looking for, as it implies something concrete.... Hence, the tension. Tangibility is the opposite of abstract, conceptual, imperceptible, intangible, and the unreal. It is the lack of intangibles that you are losing people's conviction. This post has been edited by Deadlocks: Jul 27 2009, 10:15 AM |
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Totally.
I was thinking similarly to that. I am a staunch realist. I believe in realism, not romanticism. I also believe in "survival of the fittest". ^that said, I am human, and I do wish to fall in love with someone I find worthy one day. I strive towards that. it is my drive. I believe in love and monogamy...so i guess it's important to find someone truly worthy. I've been getting the feeling that some people fell uncomfortable reading the article as it goes against the hope that they have in falling in love with their ideal partner. I gotta admit, reality can be harsh... But waking up to that reality is the first step in making real changes in one's life. Changes for the better. I write with a clear conscience...but sadly truth is not politically correct. There will be winners in the game of love, and there will be losers. If you take comfort in knowing that there are EXCEPTIONS that derive from the intangible intricacies of life... such as the shy introverted, WOW addicted, obese loner who hooked up with a hot girl... Or the "old uncle" with bad physical/mental/emotional health who has a hot wife... then i guess this article is not for you. I believe that my generalizations hold, and that exceptions will never be the norm. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 27 2009, 10:18 AM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 27 2009, 10:14 AM) Totally. If you're truly a realist Ezra, you'll transform your writing efforts into something more tangible, more concrete, something touchable, say, a girlfriend maybe, or your soul mate. I was thinking similarly to that. I am a staunch realist. I believe in realism, not romanticism. I also believe in "survival of the fittest". I've been getting the feeling that some people fell uncomfortable reading the article as it goes against the hope that they have in falling in love with their ideal partner. I gotta admit, reality can be harsh... But waking up to that reality is the first step in making real changes in one's life. Changes for the better. I write with a clear conscience...but sadly truth is not politically correct. There will be winners in the game of love, and there will be losers. If you take comfort in knowing that there are EXCEPTIONS... such as the shy introverted, WOW addicted, obese loner who hooked up with a hot girl... Or the "old uncle" with bad physical/mental/emotional health who has a hot wife... then i guess this article is not for you. Your writings shows that you are probably like us, perceiving reality on our own terms, and perhaps manifesting our own realities. This post has been edited by Deadlocks: Jul 27 2009, 10:21 AM |
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QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 26 2009, 04:51 AM) This put a LOT of things into perspective. For all my faults and flaws, no matter how "uncool" I was and all the horrible pratfalls I've made in life... I realised I had inherent worth because I stood up and took action where few people would or could, and the times I did so really did mean something. You may think you are worth the heavens but that's is just your personal opinion about yourself. That opinion doesn't carry much weight when it comes to interpersonal relationships. When there is interaction between between people, each person wishes to derive something from that interaction. Whatever it may be, a person will present his self in a way he thinks would achieve the desired effect on the other party, thus getting him what he wants. So even if you think you have some inherant worth for doing something when others don't, it would not mean much if the person you're dealing with thinks you're a complete idiot for making such an action. QUOTE(Jamien @ Jul 26 2009, 02:25 PM) Oh, so he's one of the men still trying to figure women out? Lol it'll never work. Reason being that women and men are different. You don't have to understand women to please women and attract women. +1 This is so trueQUOTE(happy4ever @ Jul 27 2009, 09:26 AM) when you were growing up with your high school friends, do you two check each other out when your pubes start to grow? "Hey, i got few strands!!! come see!! come see!!!" did you? In all honesty, I have seen and hear about my friends doing such weird stuff.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Btw @Ezra's original post, Love isn't that simple, so is any other type of human interaction. If it was, people wouldn't have so much problems. Added on July 27, 2009, 10:39 am QUOTE(Deadlocks @ Jul 27 2009, 10:19 AM) If you're truly a realist Ezra, you'll transform your writing efforts into something more tangible, more concrete, something touchable, say, a girlfriend maybe, or your soul mate. I agree. Do you know why business promote products and services by doing demonstrations and publishing success stories? Do you know why companies prefer experienced workers? People need to see the results to be convinced something really works. Talk alone is cheap. If you show the results, people will be willing to listen and follow you even if you talk crap. Why do people buy Donald Trump's books? Because he's known to be a good writer? Because the contents are good? Definitely not, he's not a writer and people know shit about what's in his book. But because he proved to be a successful businessman, people are willing to give it a look.Your writings shows that you are probably like us, perceiving reality on our own terms, and perhaps manifesting our own realities. This post has been edited by mumeichan: Jul 27 2009, 10:39 AM |
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 27 2009, 10:31 AM) Btw @Ezra's original post, Thanks for the feedback!Love isn't that simple, so is any other type of human interaction. If it was, people wouldn't have so much problems. Just a simple clarification: this article is not about Love per se. Love blossoms when it blossoms. Fate? Destiny? This article is about how to make girls want to interact with you....giving you more OPPORTUNITIES to fall in love. It guarantees nothing, and is simply a rough guide to getting more of the right type of interaction with girls. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 27 2009, 10:46 AM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 27 2009, 10:41 AM) Thanks for the feedback! You may be forgetting one thing though. Just a simple clarification: this article is not about Love per se. Love blossoms when it blossoms. Fate? Destiny? This article is about how to make girls want to interact with you....giving you more OPPORTUNITIES to fall in love. It guarantees nothing, and is simply a rough guide to getting more of the right type of interaction with girls. Girls are reading it too lol. |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 27 2009, 09:49 AM) In my opinion, there is nothing wrong with making generalizations if they are true. Do note that generalizations, by definition, will have exceptions (which is why they are not called "absolute truths" but rather "generalizations" in the first place.) There is the problem of something being so generalised it doesn't have any value. QUOTE But it is not the general truth. In reality, the guys with those issues are very likely to have their choice selection of partners (ie. The girls they are interested in are not interested in them). Im not saying that they are doomed to be single all their life...Most people will adjust their standards (the hot girls with options were out of their league) and date/ask-out girls who are willing to go out with them. The problem is you perpetrate this generalisation as though its something people should do/must do to succeed/thrive. There is truth to it, but as mentioned to you time and time again, you're putting the cart before the horse. Almost everyone knows that being healthy, being better groomed etc. will be better, but the problem is that such advice although true, is shallow, and it requires a much deeper understanding of core values before you truly understand what it means. I'm going to make an assumption, but correct me if I'm wrong. You're still a student, and you haven't gone out in the working world to meet people at various levels of power. You're still stuck within the perspective of young students/young adults, the image of successful people are normally those on magazines; healthy, good looking and rich. Put that together with the social engagements around you and its easy to come to the misguided conclusion of what would qualities thriving person has. Once you get out and start meeting people from all walks of life, you'll see how some really "attractive" people aren't "thriving" and how some people who just look so plain/average/below-average are actually doing damn well in life in almost all aspects. In your case, what you think is general truth may apply due to your personal experience, my personal experience however has a different generalisation. QUOTE It's not to say that you subjective feedback on writing isnt valued. Believe it or not, it actually is. I have been trying very hard to make the message as politically correct / non-offensive / non-belittling as possible. But there is a limit that I will reach sooner or later. I do believe that you trying to make it "nice" for people undermines the entire message. If you have something to say, something to share, something of value. SAY IT and STAND BY IT don't give a shit about what other people think of it, if they can't bloody accept what you say, boo hoo, go cry to mommy. You can't help people who do not want help, but you can help those who actively seek for help. If you want to take up writing, you have to be very strong on your points, people will criticise your writing from all angles, and if you always try to pander to the myriad criticism, your message in itself starts to lose direction and value. QUOTE I agree. The delivery style is not perfect I don't think its even good to begin with. QUOTE ANyway, I was not "defining it for people" I was just expressing my opinion. Note I even added "IN MY PERSONAL OPINION" in caps to the sentence. FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IS A HUMAN RIGHT. If you want to use that kind of an argument, then almost opinion on this forum is wrong. I have the right to express myself. You have the right not to listen. You have the right to disagree if it means something else to you. Yes, which I am disagreeing with you now no? The crux of the issue lies within how you define "self worth". Like religious believes, you have to realise that its entirely personal. You can't tell another person what their self worth is, or even how to judge their own self worthiness. Its something that have to come to by themselves. You can teach them how to find it, but you can't tell them what it should be or what it is. QUOTE Also, I did not say that physical/mental/emotional health = self worth. I DID NOT SAY THAT. I said that self worth builds as a natural consequence of being in good physical/mental/emotional health. I DID NOT MENTION ANYTHING ABOUT having self worth WITHOUT good physical/mental/emotional health. I DID NOT MENTION ANYTHING ABOUT some people having self worth WITHOUT good physical/mental/emotional health. (yes, i agree some people do have high self worth even though they are in poor physical/mental/emotional health) Really? Lets see what you said here: » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Don't try to back paddle on the issue. This is exactly what you said and it does mean physical/mental/emotional health = self worth. This is further evidenced by the amount of topics you made on the same issue. If its not what you meant then perhaps you need to work on your communication skills. QUOTE Your logic is non-sequirtur! QUOTE Dont put words in my mouth laa... If this thread makes you bitter, then dont read it...but ffs stop putting words in my mouth. You put your own words in your mouth mate. Not me. |
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 27 2009, 02:08 PM) You're right. I shouldnt really give a shit what ppl say about my writings. Regarding the self worth thingy, yeah, I made a slip on that one occasion...but i still stand by what i say: self worth naturally develops when a person is thriving physically/mentally and emotionally. I really meant that you were non-sequitur. Especially with the quotes you gave. I replied every single one. Anyway getting lazy to argue lah. cya on fb ;-) To other readers: Define "self worth" whatever damn way it makes you happy. It doesnt matter. I dont care. To me, a young man, self worth develops naturally from physical, emotional and mental health. And that is the context I am using the term. The article stands. You can say what you like about how it hurts your fragile egos and go to whatever lengths to try and discredit it and feel better about yourself. I dont give a shit anymore. I've tried my best to make it as POSITIVE and a least insulting/belittling/negative as possible. I dont think i can do that any further. The game of love is cruel. THere will be winners. There will be losers. What I wrote is basically what I feel the winners have. You may think differently, and you may use whatever rare examples (eg. the shy obese, lonely, isolated nerd who has a hot gf) to give you hope and to feel good about yourself. It will not change reality as I PERSONALLY perceive it. If you perceive reality to be different, then you are entitled to your views. Do start another thread or something. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 27 2009, 02:40 PM |
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 27 2009, 10:31 AM) You may think you are worth the heavens but that's is just your personal opinion about yourself. That opinion doesn't carry much weight when it comes to interpersonal relationships. When there is interaction between between people, each person wishes to derive something from that interaction. Whatever it may be, a person will present his self in a way he thinks would achieve the desired effect on the other party, thus getting him what he wants. You are absolutely correct. This is my personal opinion about myself. Meaning that other people's judgements have stopped influencing my perception of self. So even if you think you have some inherant worth for doing something when others don't, it would not mean much if the person you're dealing with thinks you're a complete idiot for making such an action. Wooo, so somebody thinks that I'm an idiot. So what? Plenty of other people think that I'm alright, and I have friends. This is the key. So what? There are other judgements of worth apart from what other people think and what I intend to derive from an interaction, because I CHOOSE my interactions and the people I interact with. So in the end I really don't care. This post has been edited by Dickson Poon: Jul 27 2009, 02:42 PM |
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QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 27 2009, 02:40 PM) You are absolutely correct. This is my personal opinion about myself. Meaning that other people's judgements have stopped influencing my perception of myself. same here dude. At the end of the day, with a good social life and emotional wellbeing, you dont really care about what people say in forums such as this about you.Wooo, so somebody thinks that I'm an idiot. So what? Plenty of other people think that I'm alright, and I have friends. So I really don't care. |
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if you are like the idols in taiwanese drama, i will want to know you
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You're arrogant. And childish. And thinks you know it all. And have no gf.
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QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 27 2009, 02:40 PM) You are absolutely correct. This is my personal opinion about myself. Meaning that other people's judgements have stopped influencing my perception of self. I have plenty of friends whom are idiots. Sometimes it's fun to act like an idiot, being a genius is a huge drain on my emotional well being. Dickson Poon Tang, will you be my fwen?Wooo, so somebody thinks that I'm an idiot. So what? Plenty of other people think that I'm alright, and I have friends. This is the key. So what? There are other judgements of worth apart from what other people think and what I intend to derive from an interaction, because I CHOOSE my interactions and the people I interact with. So in the end I really don't care. |
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QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 27 2009, 02:40 PM) You are absolutely correct. This is my personal opinion about myself. Meaning that other people's judgements have stopped influencing my perception of self. If you really live life with a 'so what?' and 'I don't care attitude', I expect the real life you to be someone who doesn't have many friends, gets into problems easily and won't go far in anything that you do. Even if you are some grand person like Bill Gate, some Russian Oligarch or some Arab King, you can't CHOOSE who you interact with all the time. Occasions where you meet someone new or you have do deal with someone you don't naturally get along with will arise. Even your close friends wont be the exact same person everyday. Their mood changes and events occurs where we always have to think before we talk and say, where we step out of our comfort zone to please others. I'm amazed people can live with a me, myself and I attitude believing that if he think he's ok, the world will revolve smoothly around him.Wooo, so somebody thinks that I'm an idiot. So what? Plenty of other people think that I'm alright, and I have friends. This is the key. So what? There are other judgements of worth apart from what other people think and what I intend to derive from an interaction, because I CHOOSE my interactions and the people I interact with. So in the end I really don't care. This post has been edited by mumeichan: Jul 27 2009, 03:45 PM |
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 27 2009, 03:44 PM) If you really live life with a 'so what?' and 'I don't care attitude', I expect the real life you to be someone who doesn't have many friends, gets into problems easily and won't go far in anything that you do. Even if you are some grand person like Bill Gate, some Russian Oligarch or some Arab King, you can't CHOOSE who you interact with all the time. Occasions where you meet someone new or you have do deal with someone you don't naturally get along with will arise. Even your close friends wont be the exact same person everyday. Their mood changes and events occurs where we always have to think before we talk and say, where we step out of our comfort zone to please others. I'm amazed people can live with a me, myself and I attitude believing that if he think he's ok, the world will revolve smoothly around him. You're arguing apples and oranges here. Nobody is advocating a the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. We're talking about how your life shouldn't be spent worrying about what other people think of you. The two are not the same. |
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thats better than living like a 'lalang' ... why care about what other ppl think of you, you wont be happy that way
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Jul 27 2009, 02:08 PM) There is the problem of something being so generalised it doesn't have any value.
The problem is you perpetrate this generalisation as though its something people should do/must do to succeed/thrive. There is truth to it, but as mentioned to you time and time again, you're putting the cart before the horse. Almost everyone knows that being healthy, being better groomed etc. will be better, but the problem is that such advice although true, is shallow, and it requires a much deeper understanding of core values before you truly understand what it means. I'm going to make an assumption, but correct me if I'm wrong. You're still a student, and you haven't gone out in the working world to meet people at various levels of power. You're still stuck within the perspective of young students/young adults, the image of successful people are normally those on magazines; healthy, good looking and rich. Put that together with the social engagements around you and its easy to come to the misguided conclusion of what would qualities thriving person has. Once you get out and start meeting people from all walks of life, you'll see how some really "attractive" people aren't "thriving" and how some people who just look so plain/average/below-average are actually doing damn well in life in almost all aspects. In your case, what you think is general truth may apply due to your personal experience, my personal experience however has a different generalisation. I do believe that you trying to make it "nice" for people undermines the entire message. If you have something to say, something to share, something of value. SAY IT and STAND BY IT don't give a shit about what other people think of it, if they can't bloody accept what you say, boo hoo, go cry to mommy. You can't help people who do not want help, but you can help those who actively seek for help. If you want to take up writing, you have to be very strong on your points, people will criticise your writing from all angles, and if you always try to pander to the myriad criticism, your message in itself starts to lose direction and value. I don't think its even good to begin with. Yes, which I am disagreeing with you now no? The crux of the issue lies within how you define "self worth". Like religious believes, you have to realise that its entirely personal. You can't tell another person what their self worth is, or even how to judge their own self worthiness. Its something that have to come to by themselves. You can teach them how to find it, but you can't tell them what it should be or what it is. Really? Lets see what you said here: » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « ++100. Another thing to increase attraction factor: "be happy with what you have". (opens up flame shield!!) This post has been edited by The_YongGrand: Jul 27 2009, 10:22 PM |
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 27 2009, 03:44 PM) If you really live life with a 'so what?' and 'I don't care attitude', I expect the real life you to be someone who doesn't have many friends, gets into problems easily and won't go far in anything that you do. Even if you are some grand person like Bill Gate, some Russian Oligarch or some Arab King, you can't CHOOSE who you interact with all the time. Occasions where you meet someone new or you have do deal with someone you don't naturally get along with will arise. Even your close friends wont be the exact same person everyday. Their mood changes and events occurs where we always have to think before we talk and say, where we step out of our comfort zone to please others. I'm amazed people can live with a me, myself and I attitude believing that if he think he's ok, the world will revolve smoothly around him. I'm stunned into silence, so my thanks to Noob13 and Iambored for saying something. |
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QUOTE(n00b13 @ Jul 27 2009, 04:01 PM) You're arguing apples and oranges here. Nobody is advocating a the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. We're talking about how your life shouldn't be spent worrying about what other people think of you. The two are not the same. mind her... i think she snapped as it may have hit a nerve. |
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Jul 28 2009, 02:58 PM
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Jul 28 2009, 03:13 PM
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QUOTE(teongpeng @ Jul 28 2009, 02:58 PM) Damn you're sadistic.What's there to be happy about? Added on July 28, 2009, 3:20 pmi was thinking like perhaps her ex had a similar attitude. In reality i believe that there is nothing wrong with being self-confident, so long as you are not deluded. ie. The mental sociopath who doesnt give a sh1t about everyone else is different from the thriving individual with lots of friends. The latter has people who look up to him and WANT to be his friend. Thus he chooses who he WANTS to hang out with... and chooses who he get's to know well. He has the social life and emotional support to be able to not really care about what some people think about him. (you know like how some people get really hurt when you bring up certain attributes they allegedly have) This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 28 2009, 03:20 PM |
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Jul 28 2009, 06:35 PM
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 28 2009, 03:13 PM) Damn you're sadistic. Yes. and u feel happy and proud when its the direct consequence of readin your posts. Dont deny it sweetie. i saw u mentioning them a few times in a triumphant way...What's there to be happy about? Added on July 28, 2009, 3:20 pmi was thinking like perhaps her ex had a similar attitude. In reality i believe that there is nothing wrong with being self-confident, so long as you are not deluded. ie. The mental sociopath who doesnt give a sh1t about everyone else is different from the thriving individual with lots of friends. The latter has people who look up to him and WANT to be his friend. Thus he chooses who he WANTS to hang out with... and chooses who he get's to know well. He has the social life and emotional support to be able to not really care about what some people think about him. (you know like how some people get really hurt when you bring up certain attributes they allegedly have) Case in point...notice the smirk and a wink below. QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 28 2009, 12:04 PM) This post has been edited by teongpeng: Jul 28 2009, 06:37 PM |
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Jul 28 2009, 06:39 PM
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QUOTE(n00b13 @ Jul 27 2009, 04:01 PM) You're arguing apples and oranges here. Nobody is advocating a the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. We're talking about how your life shouldn't be spent worrying about what other people think of you. The two are not the same. Dickson's reply certainly resonated with the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. I never said we should spent out life worrying about what people think about you. I think that we need to give a considerable amount of thought about what people think about us when we communicate with others, to achieve our desired gain from that interaction.QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 27 2009, 11:50 PM) In light of you intention to make CC a better place, refrain from posting useless lines if you have nothing to say in response to what I wrote. Or, If you can't understand the point I am trying to make, I'm sorry that you have a difficulty understanding English.This post has been edited by mumeichan: Jul 28 2009, 06:41 PM |
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Jul 28 2009, 06:47 PM
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see dickson kena boom liaw ... lol
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Jul 28 2009, 06:58 PM
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 28 2009, 06:39 PM) Dickson's reply certainly resonated with the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. I never said we should spent out life worrying about what people think about you. I think that we need to give a considerable amount of thought about what people think about us when we communicate with others, to achieve our desired gain from that interaction. Yes, and that's the point. It sounded like that to YOU. In light of you intention to make CC a better place, refrain from posting useless lines if you have nothing to say in response to what I wrote. Or, If you can't understand the point I am trying to make, I'm sorry that you have a difficulty understanding English. You've taken what I've said to run off on a WILD tangent with it, with hypothetical "what ifs" and "must be"s while entirely ignoring the context of the discussion: The perception of the self BY the same person as it relates to SELF-WORTH. Something I said must have truly hit a raw nerve with you. I suggest that you calm down and chill instead of letting your PMS run amok. |
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Jul 28 2009, 07:09 PM
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QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 28 2009, 06:58 PM) Yes, and that's the point. It sounded like that to YOU. Whether what you said hit a nerve on me, whether I have PMS and whether my emotions are raging or not doesn't change the point I made and the content of what I wrote. You've taken what I've said to run off on a WILD tangent with it, with hypothetical "what ifs" and "must be"s while entirely ignoring the context of the discussion: The perception of the self BY the same person as it relates to SELF-WORTH. Something I said must have truly hit a raw nerve with you. I suggest that you calm down and chill instead of letting your PMS run amok. It is true your post sounded to ME as you were advocating a me, myself and I attitude. So I responded to it the way I read it. If you think that they way I read it wasn't the way you intended it to mean, you could have easily quoted me and explained calmly how I got it wrong. Of course, not everytime everyone understands what you say they way you want them to the first time you say it. There is no limit to the number of replies you can post in this thread, so please use this liberty to patiently explain your points instead of merely accusing people of being incapable of understanding you and telling them they have PMS. Let me give you an example of a good response QUOTE(n00b13 @ Jul 27 2009, 04:01 PM) You're arguing apples and oranges here. Nobody is advocating a the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. We're talking about how your life shouldn't be spent worrying about what other people think of you. The two are not the same. See, noob13 explained to me that I have misunderstood your post and told me why. That at least gives me a chance to explain why I posted what I did. |
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Jul 28 2009, 08:08 PM
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QUOTE(teongpeng @ Jul 28 2009, 06:35 PM) Yes. and u feel happy and proud when its the direct consequence of readin your posts. Dont deny it sweetie. i saw u mentioning them a few times in a triumphant way... I mention things point blank as i see it. I dont know how the hell you could interpret bland text as "triumphant"... If i were talking/speaking with expression, then maybe it's possible to say so from my tone of voice and body language... but this if fvcking text we're talking about...Case in point...notice the smirk and a wink below. and btw, "triumphant" isnt the word you're looking for Whateverla ";" + ")" also you can interpret as a "smirk". defying emoticon convention to suit your twisted interpretation of things. Dunno what to say liao. I wonder what you'll interpret ":" + "p" as... Added on July 28, 2009, 8:10 pm QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 28 2009, 06:39 PM) Dickson's reply certainly resonated with the-world-revolves-around-me attitude. I never said we should spent out life worrying about what people think about you. I think that we need to give a considerable amount of thought about what people think about us when we communicate with others, to achieve our desired gain from that interaction. Yar.. tolerant abit lah.In light of you intention to make CC a better place, refrain from posting useless lines if you have nothing to say in response to what I wrote. Or, If you can't understand the point I am trying to make, I'm sorry that you have a difficulty understanding English. Dickson has always been like that. You could read other threads he's been in. IMHO, it's stupid to try and have a technical debate with him. Just because not everyone conforms to your ideal about how people should behave in forums doesnt mean that you have to come down on him like that. Besides, attitude brings color to the conversation... Like some of the Real World Issues debates run really dry because of a lack of it and it becomes technical and boring. You talk like you have a stick up your arse. Chill girl. This post has been edited by ezralimm: Jul 28 2009, 08:18 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 28 2009, 08:08 PM) I mention things point blank as i see it. I dont know how the hell you could interpret bland text as "triumphant"... If i were talking/speaking with expression, then maybe it's possible to say so from my tone of voice and body language... but this if fvcking text we're talking about... Just admit it sweetie...u dont have to go technical and boring just to defend a guilty pleasure. This isnt RWI. and btw, "triumphant" isnt the word you're looking for Whateverla ";" + ")" also you can interpret as a "smirk". defying emoticon convention to suit your twisted interpretation of things. Dunno what to say liao. I wonder what you'll interpret ":" + "p" as... |
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Jul 28 2009, 08:33 PM
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QUOTE(teongpeng @ Jul 28 2009, 08:24 PM) Just admit it sweetie...u dont have to go technical and boring just to defend a guilty pleasure. This isnt RWI. wait ar, let me google. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guilty_pleasure okay, you're really losing me now. |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 28 2009, 08:33 PM) wait ar, let me google. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guilty_pleasure okay, you're really losing me now. *drum roll* ....Guilty pleasure. This post has been edited by teongpeng: Jul 28 2009, 08:45 PM |
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Jul 29 2009, 01:20 AM
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lol, nerd fights.
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Jul 29 2009, 01:45 AM
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Look who's talking!
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Jul 29 2009, 01:58 AM
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go out and play!
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Jul 29 2009, 02:00 AM
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Jul 29 2009, 02:06 AM
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Rofl, whatever. I do not define myself as a level 9 thousand plus "troll lord".
I can stop posting here anytime or go out to play, but for you, not remaining a virgin will be significantly harder. |
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QUOTE(unknown warrior @ Jul 29 2009, 02:00 AM) exactly my point, these people think wow posting wall of texts in the internet makes me feel good. hahaha, and what were you doing at 2am, Jul 29 2009?Real bunch of nerds. Guilty pleasure whatever. Yeah, it feels damn good. I get kicks because in real life im so socially isolated and lonely that I cut myself to ease the pain. Typing online is my only pleasure in life! Take it away and i will kill myself! |
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Jul 29 2009, 05:20 PM
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^ Hey at least you are able to write walls of texts, instead of single line posts, about 10k of them, and neither do you define yourself as a "troll lord lvl 9999", LMAO!
I'll bet you've already kissed a girl and known what breasts feel like too. Which is probably more than can be said for Kopitiam Elder Troll Lords. ROFL! Added on July 29, 2009, 7:30 pm QUOTE(mumeichan @ Jul 28 2009, 07:09 PM) Whether what you said hit a nerve on me, whether I have PMS and whether my emotions are raging or not doesn't change the point I made and the content of what I wrote. You don't deserve a good or polite response.It is true your post sounded to ME as you were advocating a me, myself and I attitude. So I responded to it the way I read it. If you think that they way I read it wasn't the way you intended it to mean, you could have easily quoted me and explained calmly how I got it wrong. Of course, not everytime everyone understands what you say they way you want them to the first time you say it. There is no limit to the number of replies you can post in this thread, so please use this liberty to patiently explain your points instead of merely accusing people of being incapable of understanding you and telling them they have PMS. Let me give you an example of a good response See, noob13 explained to me that I have misunderstood your post and told me why. That at least gives me a chance to explain why I posted what I did. You could have told me how you read my post and asked me if that was indeed what I meant, but you instead chose to extrapolate my words entirely out of context and even out of this galaxy. You attempted to paint me as some sort of Manichean dragon you could personally slay in order to destroy my arguments, and you have been consistent with using this same tactic on me even while forgiving other people of far unworthier and truly ugly points of views. Then you chose to make a big deal out of me saying that *I* was stunned into silence. Did I hit a raw nerve, Mumeichan? You do not deserve politeness. You deserve only my contempt, and your being called out as a moral hypocrite and a devious argumentator. This post has been edited by Dickson Poon: Jul 29 2009, 07:30 PM |
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QUOTE(ezralimm @ Jul 29 2009, 11:54 AM) hahaha, and what were you doing at 2am, Jul 29 2009? Wow that would kinda suck in real life. Guilty pleasure whatever. Yeah, it feels damn good. I get kicks because in real life im so socially isolated and lonely that I cut myself to ease the pain. Typing online is my only pleasure in life! Take it away and i will kill myself! QUOTE(Dickson Poon @ Jul 29 2009, 05:20 PM) ^ Hey at least you are able to write walls of texts, instead of single line posts, about 10k of them, and neither do you define yourself as a "troll lord lvl 9999", LMAO! Aiyoh, the way you respond is like small kid lah. I'll bet you've already kissed a girl and known what breasts feel like too. Which is probably more than can be said for Kopitiam Elder Troll Lords. ROFL! |
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i bet many of us reading this thread is to enjoy the flame war. Bring it on !
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TS, have you done it yourself? Judging fom your pic, you look tiny and nerdy.
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QUOTE(Anni @ Jul 30 2009, 08:34 AM) Course I dont know what picture you're talking about, but I really was tiny and nerdy lol... How do you think i discovered this? Ok, i was clinically anorexic. 45kg/174cm not too long ago. Since putting on over 20kg of lean mass, I've noticed changes... and along with having a healthier mental/emotional state from building up my social circles, I notice my personality changed for the better as well. Give me a shout on fb. My name there is Ezra Limm. |
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TS, click on your profile and check out the pic on the far right . My first thought on your guide was an article listed in msn that you copied and pasted.
I have no doubt on your method. But changing and maintaining the healthy state may need a lil bit of determination. I am a stutterer and it is so pain in the ass when it comes to speaking. Especially English This post has been edited by Anni: Jul 31 2009, 08:40 AM |
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QUOTE(Anni @ Jul 31 2009, 08:36 AM) TS, click on your profile and check out the pic on the far right . My first thought on your guide was an article listed in msn that you copied and pasted. i would love to hear u speak tamil.I have no doubt on your method. But changing and maintaining the healthy state may need a lil bit of determination. I am a stutterer and it is so pain in the ass when it comes to speaking. Especially English |
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QUOTE(Anni @ Jul 31 2009, 08:36 AM) TS, click on your profile and check out the pic on the far right . My first thought on your guide was an article listed in msn that you copied and pasted. Try practicing in front of a mirror, it helps. Offer yourself to do presentations and public speaking whenever possible. experience really does count.I have no doubt on your method. But changing and maintaining the healthy state may need a lil bit of determination. I am a stutterer and it is so pain in the ass when it comes to speaking. Especially English If english isnt your mother tongue, then why not just use the language you are comfortable with? Speak with confidence in malay/mandarin/tamil. It shouldnt be a problem if the girl understands you. My parents had different mother tongues |
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Jul 31 2009, 03:53 PM
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QUOTE(Anni @ Jul 31 2009, 08:36 AM) TS, click on your profile and check out the pic on the far right . My first thought on your guide was an article listed in msn that you copied and pasted. Difficulties should be counted as a blessing.I have no doubt on your method. But changing and maintaining the healthy state may need a lil bit of determination. I am a stutterer and it is so pain in the ass when it comes to speaking. Especially English It gives us something to achieve and it blesses us with wisdom and a better understanding of the human condition. |
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I need to communicate in English day in day out in my workplace. Which sometimes I put myself into embarrestment. I will stutter on alot of words, especially words I do not use often. I have the same problem on my first language as well. The good thing is I don't stutter that much speaking cantonese or mandarin.
It is hard for me to raise my self-confidence when I can't even socialize like a normal person. Girls aiai :-( |
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QUOTE(Anni @ Aug 2 2009, 07:45 AM) I need to communicate in English day in day out in my workplace. Which sometimes I put myself into embarrestment. I will stutter on alot of words, especially words I do not use often. I have the same problem on my first language as well. The good thing is I don't stutter that much speaking cantonese or mandarin. Hmm, this could be unrelated to confidence. It could very well be a speach impediment if it also affects your mother tongue. You may want to see a speech pathologist for further investigation.It is hard for me to raise my self-confidence when I can't even socialize like a normal person. Girls aiai :-( |
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QUOTE(Anni @ Aug 2 2009, 07:45 AM) I need to communicate in English day in day out in my workplace. Which sometimes I put myself into embarrestment. I will stutter on alot of words, especially words I do not use often. I have the same problem on my first language as well. The good thing is I don't stutter that much speaking cantonese or mandarin. You're probably speaking too fast. Start slowly, and slowly pick up speed.It is hard for me to raise my self-confidence when I can't even socialize like a normal person. Girls aiai :-( |
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