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post Feb 27 2025, 12:00 AM, updated 9 months ago

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Had a random thought again. My ex and admirers previously told me how some girls pursued and seduced them. They accepted some, but didn’t like others.

What I noticed was that their feelings for the women who pursued them weren’t as deep as when they pursued women (in this case, me).

So, I asked them why.

My ex said he was a gentleman, so he just accepted girls he felt were okay.

The analyst guy said he accepted out of curiosity but didn’t take things further.

The finance guy said it was for fun, and he didn’t have any intentions of getting serious with them.

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It makes me think...

While most men claim that they'd love to be desired and pursued by women, but...

If a woman pursues a man only to receive his partial affection or half-hearted/zero commitment, then why should she pursue him unless she doesn’t mind? hmm.gif

In my case, all three of them pursued me and were quite serious and persistent, so I tend to think that maybe...
In general, it’s better for men to initiate the pursuit, and women can give the greenlight afterward.

What do you guys think?

This post has been edited by Ralna: Mar 4 2025, 01:31 AM
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post Feb 27 2025, 12:47 AM

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Consider a few things.

Being more persistent and serious doesn't ensure a long lasting relationship. I think what's more important these days is a relationship that lasts.

Second. Men pursuing women is probably a recent phenomenon if you consider the whole history of homo sapiens. The powerful men in the past got all the girls without even trying. Romance has only been introduced with mass media.

No conclusions. Just thoughts

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You may also consider your ex, analyst or admirers were just trying to say something you want to hear without deep thoughts, your man might pick their word carefully so they don't trigger unwanted harm to your feelings although they know you might be able to accept it.
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 12:00 AM)
Had a random thought again. My ex and admirers previously told me how some girls pursued and seduced them. They accepted some, but didn’t like others.

What I noticed was that their feelings for the women who pursued them weren’t as deep as when they pursued women (in this case, me).

So, I asked them why.

My ex said he was a gentleman, so he just accepted girls he felt were okay.

The analyst guy said he accepted out of curiosity but didn’t take things further.

The finance guy said it was for fun, and he didn’t have any intentions of getting serious with them.

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It makes me think...

While most men claim that they'd love to be desired and pursued by women, but...

If a woman pursues a man only to receive his partial affection or half-hearted/zero commitment, then why should she pursue him unless she doesn’t mind?  hmm.gif

In my case, all three of them pursued me and were quite serious and persistent, so I tend to think that maybe...
In general, it’s better for men to initiate the pursuit, and women can give the greenlight afterward.

What do you guys think?
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Dun generalise and stereotype, guy can see if the girl like him or not, if the girl not interest, the guy won't chase the girl non-stop and crazy love her like a mad dog either. Nothing wrong with girls take initiative also

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Men pursue women effort is double
Women just need less half of effort to achieve the goal.
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i dont think its any different if the genders were reversed. Women also can give the exact same excuses as men.
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post Feb 27 2025, 03:24 PM

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I like to know that woman is pursuing me. It tells me that she wants me. Very clear signal. Rather than I do all the job and no response from her.
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 12:00 AM)
Had a random thought again. My ex and admirers previously told me how some girls pursued and seduced them. They accepted some, but didn’t like others.
What I noticed was that their feelings for the women who pursued them weren’t as deep as when they pursued women (in this case, me).

So, I asked them why.
My ex said he was a gentleman, so he just accepted girls he felt were okay.
The analyst guy said he accepted out of curiosity but didn’t take things further.
The finance guy said it was for fun, and he didn’t have any intentions of getting serious with them.

It makes me think...
While most men claim that they'd love to be desired and pursued by women, but...
If a woman pursues a man only to receive his partial affection or half-hearted/zero commitment, then why should she pursue him unless she doesn’t mind?  hmm.gif
In my case, all three of them pursued me and were quite serious and persistent, so I tend to think that maybe...
In general, it’s better for men to initiate the pursuit, and women can give the greenlight afterward.

What do you guys think?
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The golden rule is the woman signals, the man approaches. In other words, the woman creates opportunity for the man but the man still needs to take the first step forward. Think of the handkerchief drop move that ladies used to do. A gentleman would pick it up and give it back to her, and thus allow for conversation to happen. If she doesn't like the man she can play it off, and thus both sides save face.

As for why would a woman pursue, either she's highly dominant (so the guy has to be submissive) or she's just shooting her shot to get a guy way above her league. Its more common than you'd think. This is also why most men are not serious with such women; not only is their social status lower, but giving herself up like that also signals that she herself isn't picky and thus the guy won't feel "chosen".




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QUOTE(Sihambodoh @ Feb 27 2025, 12:47 AM)
Second. Men pursuing women is probably a recent phenomenon if you consider the whole history of homo sapiens. The powerful men in the past got all the girls without even trying. Romance has only been introduced with mass media.
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Good point there. Romance in relationships or marriage was only introduced after the 18th century.

I guess the male-to-female ratio plays a part too. In Malaysia or countries where there are more males than females, men need to compete for local women.

On the other hand, in countries with more females than males, women pursue men.
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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 27 2025, 03:24 PM)
I like to know that woman is pursuing me. It tells me that she wants me. Very clear signal. Rather than I do all the job and no response from her.
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In such cases, most men would give it a try to see if it works?
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 10:17 PM)
In such cases, most men would give it a try to see if it works?
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The girl who is pursuing me, I know she is interested. Tested her few times and she passed my test. So I don't mind her pursuing her. Of course can't let her do all the work. I also need to put in my own effort.
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Feb 27 2025, 09:32 PM)
As for why would a woman pursue, either she's highly dominant (so the guy has to be submissive) or she's just shooting her shot to get a guy way above her league. Its more common than you'd think. This is also why most men are not serious with such women; not only is their social status lower, but giving herself up like that also signals that she herself isn't picky and thus the guy won't feel "chosen".
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Legit point.

To further add, my ex did say he was turned off by women who were too easy.

Me: but free sex for you? you don't want meh?

Ex: I'm not desperate. I have class ok. & I don't know what disease those women have.


& you're right about men wanting to feel they're chosen, not preyed upon by women.
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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 27 2025, 10:20 PM)
The girl who is pursuing me, I know she is interested. Tested her few times and she passed my test. So I don't mind her pursuing her. Of course can't let her do all the work. I also need to put in my own effort.
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Can you elaborate?

Like, what is considered a pursuit by women?

Does it mean a girl come to you, ask you out, want to get to know you, or ask you to consider a relationship?

And if she passes your test, does that mean you pursue her by asking her out the next time? Or do you start messaging her more often?

(I've never pursued men first, so I don’t really know how it works. sweat.gif )

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 10:31 PM)
Can you elaborate?

Like, what is considered a pursuit by women?

Does it mean a girl come to you, ask you out, want to get to know you, or ask you to consider a relationship?

And if she passes your test, does that mean you pursue her by asking her out the next time? Or do you start messaging her more often?

(I've never pursued men first, so I don’t really know how it works. sweat.gif )
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Well she make plans to see me. Ask me when is my off days. Try to meet me on all my off days.

She lean in to while we are sitting. Giving me the last bite. Willing to come to me even though I offered to come to her.

I think that's it. I have never been pursued by a woman so this is my first time.
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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 27 2025, 10:39 PM)
I think that's it. I have never been pursued by a woman so this is my first time.
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Wow~~ Congrats! hehe... must be a good feeling for you then. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 10:47 PM)
Wow~~ Congrats! hehe... must be a good feeling for you then. biggrin.gif
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It is. She did told me, I hope you would pick me and I think I she is right. I am going to pick her as she passed all my test.

I don't care if she didn't initiate the pursue as most important for me is she can pass my test.

She pursuing is just bonus for me.

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 10:27 PM)
Legit point.

To further add, my ex did say he was turned off by women who were too easy.

Me: but free sex for you? you don't want meh?

Ex: I'm not desperate. I have class ok. & I don't know what disease those women have.
& you're right about men wanting to feel they're chosen, not preyed upon by women.
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everyone would be turned off when things are easily available

same goes for women when a guy becomes so easily available to the woman he is chasing.

u can look at some threads here as an example posted by other TS where they sought for opinion. And from there, some would pointed out that they became a doormat for the woman they are chasing. Hence, the lost of interest.

To your friend's example, probably it's all about how the woman approached your friend. If she made herself so easily available to your friend, then the guy would not appreciate it.

On the other hand, if a woman subtly and slowly courted the guy, probably the guy would feel differently.

So, i believe there's no difference on which gender initiates the courtship, it just depends on how they make themselves so easily available.

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point of view from a "shy" guy here.

im an attractive guy, albeit a shy one.
so for many women, who usually is approached by guys easily, when it comes to me, they dont have the normal reaction.
they start thinking why their charms doesnt work on me?
they start feeling im hard to get, im a challenge. i become more and more interesting and attractive to them.

my experiences are, they are gonna start being aggressive, especially those beautiful ones.
i give 10 real life examples (with a few different girls)
1) putting on the song "Kiss Me" in the car while saying she wanted to kiss me ever since the first date
2) asking which bed/mattress to get because we are gonna "use" it together
3) when i wondered how does a person with tongue piercing kiss, offers to give me a French kiss
4) Asking me to go vacation with her, just the 2 of us ( she even has a boyfriend )
5) Asking me to contact her partner thru a website because the partner is looking for a threesome with a stranger. i cant tell her partner i know her.
6) Gave hints about how nice to stay at this hotel nearby. How she wants to try staying. when i didnt do anything (like get a room there) she leaned over and whispered, "if u dont have money for the hotel, i will pay for us". She did.
7) when in a room together, suddenly feels hot and take off clothes (it is airconditioned, i felt cold actually)
8) when in a room together, instead of going to a more private area to wipe herself with a wet towel (it was in summer) she purposely wipe herself while revealing her sexy body to me. happened in a staff rest room.
9) when going to toilet to "freshen up" purposely go on top of me (cowgirl style) to get to the other side of the bed. she can easily get down on her side of the bed.
10) telling her other friends that she really really likes me when im like standing nearby and obviously can hear what she says.

well, these are my real life experiences. u guys wanna belip or not, i dont care. just sharing, if it can help someone out there.

i dont purposely "jual mahal" or hard to get, but im easily embarassed when put in these situations.
im a shy guy.
when another guy would have "ngappp!" and seal the deal, i would be shy and embarrassed, prompting the girl to tease, seduce me instead.

so what i can say is, given the "chance", even girls can make the first move / pursue first.
usually men pursue first because they took the chance or create the chance.



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personally it's about connection, it doesn't matter who persue who. if there is no connection, the relationship will die off

back to your questions:

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If a woman pursues a man only to receive his partial affection or half-hearted/zero commitment, then why should she pursue him unless she doesn’t mind? hmm.gif

In my case, all three of them pursued me and were quite serious and persistent, so I tend to think that maybe...
In general, it’s better for men to initiate the pursuit, and women can give the greenlight afterward.


it depends on who you meet, if you believe in Karma, it's take a few life time to meet your spouse and the rest is up to you and spouse to work it out

nowadays capable women either live independently or pursue man of her choice, time has changed
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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 27 2025, 11:46 PM)
It is. She did told me, I hope you would pick me and I think I she is right. I am going to pick her as she passed all my test.

I don't care if she didn't initiate the pursue as most important for me is she can pass my test.

She pursuing is just bonus for me.
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The FIRE/ frugality test?

Just curious what tests. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(Blofeld @ Feb 28 2025, 08:38 AM)
everyone would be turned off when things are easily available
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On the other hand, if a woman subtly and slowly courted the guy, probably the guy would feel differently.
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Good point.

So guys like subtle and slow courting, huh?

Not always up for sex.

I recently came across a meaningful saying:

人这一生 遇到爱情、遇到性 都不足以让我们感到稀罕,最稀罕的就是遇到理解。
(Translation: In this life, encountering love or sex is not enough to make us feel amazed; the rarest thing is to encounter understanding.)

Is this what most men want from women?

Not just love and sex, but understanding them...

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 28 2025, 04:05 PM)
The FIRE/ frugality test?

Just curious what tests.   biggrin.gif
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That one is one. Told her I am going to kena potong gaji by 50% (management hiring extra people to cut out overtime pay). If she want to walk away, I will be fine. If she wants to stay, I will be more than happy. She said I am not going anywhere.

Her lifestyle, her phone as bad as mine 😅, her handbags, don't mind living my life. Low maintenance girl. Very important for me.

QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 28 2025, 04:12 PM)
Good point.

So guys like subtle and slow courting, huh?

Not always up for sex.

I recently came across a meaningful saying:

人这一生 遇到爱情、遇到性 都不足以让我们感到稀罕,最稀罕的就是遇到理解。
(Translation: In this life, encountering love or sex is not enough to make us feel amazed; the rarest thing is to encounter understanding.)

Is this what most men want from women?

Not just love and sex, but understanding them...
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It's not the sex. Is you know she will be there for you when times are down.

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QUOTE(quebix @ Feb 28 2025, 09:22 AM)
point of view from a "shy" guy here.

im an attractive guy, albeit a shy one.
so for many women, who usually is approached by guys easily, when it comes to me, they dont have the normal reaction.
they start thinking why their charms doesnt work on me?
they start feeling im hard to get, im a challenge. i become more and more interesting and attractive to them.
...
well, these are my real life experiences. u guys wanna belip or not, i dont care. just sharing, if it can help someone out there.

i dont purposely "jual mahal" or hard to get, but im easily embarassed when put in these situations.
im a shy guy.
when another guy would have "ngappp!" and seal the deal, i would be shy and embarrassed, prompting the girl to tease, seduce me instead.
so what i can say is, given the "chance", even girls can make the first move / pursue first.
usually men pursue first because they took the chance or create the chance.
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Thanks for sharing your experience. Interesting and... amusing! You must be quite a catch, huh? LOL.

Just curious... so you just remained shy and didn't reciprocate? Didn't accept their advances?

Next question... why are you shy ah? Is it because you're not used to talking to girls, or feel too good to be true, or feel kamchiong, or you like the girls? haha

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You remind me of my analyst admirer... attractive, pursued by many girls, but shy. He pursued me first but he was so shy and nervous after that. After so many months apart, he still likes me and confesses his feelings through songs, but he doesn't wanna message with me. However, if I message him, he'll read quickly. Whatever I post online for him, he'll be sleepless after that. LOL. So cute.

I think he wants me to make some moves but I'm not sure if I should. It's his first time falling in love and he doesn't have any experience in dating.

Please advise me what to do. Your perspective as a shy guy will help me understand him better. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 28 2025, 04:20 PM)
That one is one. Told her I am going to kena potong gaji by 50% (management hiring extra people to cut out overtime pay). If she want to walk away, I will be fine. If she wants to stay, I will be more than happy. She said I am not going anywhere.
Her lifestyle, her phone as bad as mine 😅, her handbags, don't mind living my life. Low maintenance girl. Very important for me.
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Wow~~ ngam your taste. hehe

Congrats to you biggrin.gif Enjoy your new relationship with her.

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QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 28 2025, 04:20 PM)
It's not the sex.
Is you know she will be there for you when times are down.
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so this is what a man looks for?

OMG... then I must have done something right for the analyst guy.

He posted a very sad song after I messaged him (we hadn't talked for five months because I was so confused by his shyness and mixed signals).

The song title was: "My Heart Also Has Lonely Times"

Lyrics:
» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «


Walao eh, when he posted that song, it made my heart ache so badly... so I comforted him.

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 10:27 PM)
& you're right about men wanting to feel they're chosen, not preyed upon by women.
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The chase is fun too cool2.gif People appreciate things they put effort into acquiring.

QUOTE(Ramjade @ Feb 27 2025, 11:46 PM)
It is. She did told me, I hope you would pick me and I think I she is right. I am going to pick her as she passed all my test.
I don't care if she didn't initiate the pursue as most important for me is she can pass my test.
She pursuing is just bonus for me.
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If you do choose her, I do hope you cherish her as well. Seen too many cases of men taking their partner for granted, which tends to be more the case when the woman did the pursuing.

QUOTE(quebix @ Feb 28 2025, 09:22 AM)
my experiences are, they are gonna start being aggressive, especially those beautiful ones.
i give 10 real life examples (with a few different girls)
1) putting on the song "Kiss Me" in the car while saying she wanted to kiss me ever since the first date
2) asking which bed/mattress to get because we are gonna "use" it together
3) when i wondered how does a person with tongue piercing kiss, offers to give me a French kiss
4) Asking me to go vacation with her, just the 2 of us ( she even has a boyfriend )
5) Asking me to contact her partner thru a website because the partner is looking for a threesome with a stranger. i cant tell her partner i know her.
6) Gave hints about how nice to stay at this hotel nearby. How she wants to try staying. when i didnt do anything (like get a room there) she leaned over and whispered, "if u dont have money for the hotel, i will pay for us". She did.
7) when in a room together, suddenly feels hot and take off clothes (it is airconditioned, i felt cold actually)
8) when in a room together, instead of going to a more private area to wipe herself with a wet towel (it was in summer)  she purposely wipe herself while revealing her sexy body to me. happened in a staff rest room.
9) when going to toilet to "freshen up" purposely go on top of me (cowgirl style) to get to the other side of the bed. she can easily get down on her side of the bed.
10) telling her other friends that she really really likes me when im like standing nearby and obviously can hear what she says.
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^ Perfect example of how women typically open up the opportunity for men to take action

QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 28 2025, 04:12 PM)
Is this what most men want from women?
Not just love and sex, but understanding them...
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Of course, don't all partners seek understanding from each other? Its not a relationship otherwise.

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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Feb 28 2025, 07:27 PM)
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If you do choose her, I do hope you cherish her as well. Seen too many cases of men taking their partner for granted, which tends to be more the case when the woman did the pursuing.
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I will of course. Thanks.
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Feb 28 2025, 07:27 PM)
Of course, don't all partners seek understanding from each other? Its not a relationship otherwise.
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Yeah, but women tend to think men want sex more than understanding... you know, 下半身思考 (think with the lower half of the body)…
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More thoughts.

Those men in 50s 60s now, most of them have been brought up to serve and to protect. And most women of that generation were brought up to nurture the husband and the children. I think this generation of men will probably prefer to pursue and the women want to be pursued. Somehow relationships of the older generation are more genuine and balanced. They are brought up to fit into the family unit.

Now the younger generation is a mess. Not all of course, but prevalent than before. Men have lost their purpose, some don't even know what it means to be a man. No mission, no goals. Cornography kills any drive to win. Women get too much attention from social media that it skews their view about how a balanced relationship should be. They expect a lot from men and contributing to a relationship doesn't even cross their mind, what more pursuing men.

But will the old ways of men pursuing women work these days? It still does, but less effective. There is an imbalance of power and men pursuing women adds to the imbalance.

What about the opposite? What if young women start pursuing you men? I somehow think that if a women pursues, the relationship has a higher chance to last than not. All things equal, men today will definitely prefer a woman chasing them than a woman they have to chase. So yeah it will work better if a woman pursues a man. But the likelihood of this is very low. Firstly, the imbalance of power that I mentioned. Second, the man pursued is more likely than not to struggle with being a man. Women need leaders.

To recap - women pursuing men may work better in modern dating scene if the woman believes that a relationship must be balanced, and if the man being pursued is a high value man.

Just opinions derived from data plucked out from my ahole.

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Women can pursue men but must only use indirect method. By giving openings to the guy. Like returning a smile.


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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 28 2025, 11:53 PM)
Yeah, but women tend to think men want sex more than understanding... you know, 下半身思考 (think with the lower half of the body)…
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If you understand a man, you'll know how important sex is for him.

Just like how many if a man understands a woman, he'll know how important it is for him to be supporting and listen to her rants and not provide solutions laugh.gif
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QUOTE(Sihambodoh @ Mar 1 2025, 01:15 AM)
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Those men in 50s 60s now, most of them have been brought up to serve and to protect. And most women of that generation were brought up to nurture the husband and the children. I think this generation of men will probably prefer to pursue and the women want to be pursued. Somehow relationships of the older generation are more genuine and balanced. They are brought up to fit into the family unit.

Now the younger generation is a mess. Not all of course, but prevalent than before. Men have lost their purpose, some don't even know what it means to be a man. No mission, no goals. Cornography kills any drive to win. Women get too much attention from social media that it skews their view about how a balanced relationship should be. They expect a lot from men and contributing to a relationship doesn't even cross their mind, what more pursuing men.
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To recap - women pursuing men may work better in modern dating scene if the woman believes that a relationship must be balanced, and if the man being pursued is a high value man.
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Yeah, I agree with your observation above. The older generations of men are, in general, better than the younger generations.

As for women pursuing men, it can work, but it should be done gracefully, without making oneself look desperate or cheap. Have some class in pursuing men. Sex is the lowest form of bait, something even hookers know how to use.

I appreciate women who pursue men while still maintaining their values and principles. Men respect such women and treat them well.
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QUOTE(silverhawk @ Mar 1 2025, 10:02 AM)
If you understand a man, you'll know how important sex is for him.
Just like how many if a man understands a woman, he'll know how important it is for him to be supporting and listen to her rants and not provide solutions laugh.gif
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haha... I like your analogy.

Men want sex, love, and understanding. Basically, physical + emotional + mental = the complete experience. wink.gif
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QUOTE(quebix @ Feb 28 2025, 09:22 AM)
my experiences are, they are gonna start being aggressive, especially those beautiful ones.
i give 10 real life examples (with a few different girls)
1) putting on the song "Kiss Me" in the car while saying she wanted to kiss me ever since the first date
2) asking which bed/mattress to get because we are gonna "use" it together
3) when i wondered how does a person with tongue piercing kiss, offers to give me a French kiss
4) Asking me to go vacation with her, just the 2 of us ( she even has a boyfriend )
5) Asking me to contact her partner thru a website because the partner is looking for a threesome with a stranger. i cant tell her partner i know her.
6) Gave hints about how nice to stay at this hotel nearby. How she wants to try staying. when i didnt do anything (like get a room there) she leaned over and whispered, "if u dont have money for the hotel, i will pay for us". She did.
7) when in a room together, suddenly feels hot and take off clothes (it is airconditioned, i felt cold actually)
8) when in a room together, instead of going to a more private area to wipe herself with a wet towel (it was in summer)  she purposely wipe herself while revealing her sexy body to me. happened in a staff rest room.
9) when going to toilet to "freshen up" purposely go on top of me (cowgirl style) to get to the other side of the bed. she can easily get down on her side of the bed.
10) telling her other friends that she really really likes me when im like standing nearby and obviously can hear what she says.
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Reflecting further on quebix's experience.

Come to think of it, I don't do any of these to any men. Too easy, too low-class, and too desperate. Cringe. puke.gif

I have better skills than this. I'll share my approach:

Approach 1: My former biz/life coach

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Approach 2: The analyst guy

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Just sharing so you can learn from the dynamics of how a man and woman can pursue and court each other in a refined, thoughtful, and meaningful manner.

This is the kind of classic, slow-burn romance we need more of in today’s sex-obsessed society, where love and relationships are often sought like fast food and easily discarded once the initial infatuation fades.

Quoting Nat King Cole's famous lyrics from "When I Fall In Love":

"In a restless world like this is, love is ended before it's begun, and too many moonlight kisses seem to cool in the warmth of the sun."

What is fast, burns out.
What is slow, lasts.

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Lyrics:
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Smooth, soulful vibe with a touch of nostalgia and tender. Perfect for slow dance.

So nice to be loved and to love this way wub.gif

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Mar 2 2025, 12:19 AM)
haha... I like your analogy.

Men want sex, love, and understanding. Basically, physical + emotional + mental = the complete experience.  wink.gif
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Yep, and I'm sure women want the same thing too. I think the only difference is the order of importance. E.g. Men can do without the emotional part, and women can do without the sex part.
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For women who knows how to carry themselves out there to look presentable, how to stay fit, etc, they generally will not have issues with guys finding them.

For women who are not the above, or the less attractive ones, they are in desperation mode to find someone else to fertilize their eggs. Although it might sound harsh, this is actually a life experience that beautiful women do not know what it's like, but it happens...
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QUOTE(Hastebreak @ Mar 2 2025, 09:12 PM)
For women who knows how to carry themselves out there to look presentable, how to stay fit, etc, they generally will not have issues with guys finding them.

For women who are not the above, or the less attractive ones, they are in desperation mode to find someone else to fertilize their eggs. Although it might sound harsh, this is actually a life experience that beautiful women do not know what it's like, but it happens...
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That's true.

& those less attractive women tend to attract male counterparts? or will they aim for men above their league? hmm.gif
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Mar 3 2025, 01:55 AM)
That's true.

& those less attractive women tend to attract male counterparts? or will they aim for men above their league?  hmm.gif
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They will try to match with whoever they can...

Honestly, I stammered upon reading this thread yesterday (Sunday) afternoon. I was wondering if it was a coincidence or not, because the MNC I'm working in, the finance manager girl is chasing after me. biggrin.gif

For younger women that are studying and are not spoiled by media / OnlyFans / capitalism / etc, my experience is that they will chase and pair with whoever they think is attractive according to their age group. smile.gif
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QUOTE(Hastebreak @ Mar 3 2025, 12:29 AM)
Honestly, I stammered upon reading this thread yesterday (Sunday) afternoon. I was wondering if it was a coincidence or not, because the MNC I'm working in, the finance manager girl is chasing after me.  biggrin.gif
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Good points... and

Wooooo~ someone is attractive here eh? haha

What you gonna do? brows.gif

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Thanks for sharing your experience. Interesting and... amusing! You must be quite a catch, huh? LOL.

Just curious... so you just remained shy and didn't reciprocate? Didn't accept their advances?

Next question... why are you shy ah? Is it because you're not used to talking to girls, or feel too good to be true, or feel kamchiong, or you like the girls? haha

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You remind me of my analyst admirer... attractive, pursued by many girls, but shy. He pursued me first but he was so shy and nervous after that. After so many months apart, he still likes me and confesses his feelings through songs, but he doesn't wanna message with me. However, if I message him, he'll read quickly. Whatever I post online for him, he'll be sleepless after that. LOL. So cute.

I think he wants me to make some moves but I'm not sure if I should. It's his first time falling in love and he doesn't have any experience in dating.

Please advise me what to do. Your perspective as a shy guy will help me understand him better.  biggrin.gif
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Just like u said somewhere in this thread....this makes the girl feel kinda cheap, easy, desperate, and lose the attractiveness to me.
for me, i can only make love, not sex. no feeling, cant get hard. so when im turned off by their desperate advances, i dont have the feeling anymore.

Me, shy? its just how i am. its in my nature.
there was this one stewardess who confessed to me, one of the reason she likes me is because even though she wear so sexy, i dont even look or ogle her.
she got stared and ogles all the time in the plane, wearing tight kebaya. for me? im just embarrassed to look. and if i accidentally saw, ill blush and she thinks this as attractive.

But i also learned that i can use my shyness to get girls. So, sometimes i purposely show that im shy instead of hiding it. So, dont think your analyst guy is all that innocent! he might be exploiting his shyness to get you. lol.

advise for you? down below:



QUOTE(Ralna @ Mar 2 2025, 01:48 AM)
Reflecting further on quebix's experience.

Come to think of it, I don't do any of these to any men. Too easy, too low-class, and too desperate. Cringe.  puke.gif

I have better skills than this. I'll share my approach:

Approach 1: My former biz/life coach

» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «

Approach 2: The analyst guy

» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «


Just sharing so you can learn from the dynamics of how a man and woman can pursue and court each other in a refined, thoughtful, and meaningful manner.

This is the kind of classic, slow-burn romance we need more of in today’s sex-obsessed society, where love and relationships are often sought like fast food and easily discarded once the initial infatuation fades.

Quoting Nat King Cole's famous lyrics from "When I Fall In Love":

"In a restless world like this is, love is ended before it's begun, and too many moonlight kisses seem to cool in the warmth of the sun."

What is fast, burns out.
What is slow, lasts.
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advise:
the examples i given might sound like the girls were desperate and cheap, and yes they are. but yeah, i also have pursuers that have more class and tries to win my heart instead of my body, just like how you are doing with your analyst guy.
give cards, do sweet things, sing songs, make a song for me, knit things for me, etc etc.
you might have more class in pursuing your man, but then again, you are still "pursuing" him.

it might not be cheap/whorish, but then again, your attempts to win his heart might also be seen as desperate.
music video, emojis, cards, special album, poems, songs etc. be careful not to do too much.
it has to be just the right amount and then wait for him to reciprocate and wanting more.
your already strike the ball, and now the ball is in his court, dont keep striking the ball to him. wait for his return. if not, you will end up doing all these because he lost interest.

maybe so far he can last this long because he really really like you, but if you keep this up, he might get bored.

it is not a game, but there should be some "hard to get" from both sides. he pull you push, you also need to pull sometimes and he learns how to push.


i really feel similar to the analyst guy.
anyway, im happily married now, have a kid now. what i shared is based on my experience. hope it helps you.


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QUOTE(quebix @ Mar 3 2025, 04:33 PM)
Just like u said somewhere in this thread....this makes the girl feel kinda cheap, easy, desperate, and lose the attractiveness to me.
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So, dont think your analyst guy is all that innocent! he might be exploiting his shyness to get you. lol.

advise:
the examples i given might sound like the girls were desperate and cheap, and yes they are. but yeah, i also have pursuers that have more class and tries to win my heart instead of my body, just like how you are doing with your analyst guy.
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it might not be cheap/whorish, but then again, your attempts to win his heart might also be seen as desperate.
it is not a game, but there should be some "hard to get" from both sides. he pull you push, you also need to pull sometimes and he learns how to push.
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Thanks for your detailed reply. smile.gif

Here's the full context behind my current actions, just so you're aware:

Back in September 2024, he pursued me first, initiated dates, but repeatedly cancelled them. His inconsistent behaviour left me feeling confused.

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So, I decided to step back and give him the space to figure out his thoughts and emotions. Meanwhile, I went on dates with 10 other men—there were many who showed interest in me, and I decided to give each one a chance for three reasons: I wanted to feel desired again, I didn't want to close off my heart, and I wanted to remain open to new possibilities.

He was aware of these encounters because I openly shared my experiences on Facebook. I wrote about each pursuit and date—how I felt, what I learned about myself, and what I was looking for in my next relationship. My posts became a mix of personal introspection and an education for others who followed my journey. I shared my thoughts and insights on love and romance after becoming single again.

It was a form of inner healing for me, especially after ending an eight-year relationship and engagement that had left me heartbroken. Many of my friends, who had also gone through breakups or divorces, connected with my writing. They reached out privately to tell me how much comfort they found in my reflections, often drawing parallels with their own experiences.

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For five months, I didn’t speak to him at all. I put him aside because his actions, though unintentional, hurt me.

So, when he saw me meeting one man after another, I imagine he must have felt a mix of regret, jealousy, and uncertainty.

However, I believe my writing gave him clarity, as he understood exactly what I was looking for in my next partner. I was very clear about my expectations, detailing what I wanted from a future relationship and what I would offer in return.

He began signalling his interest again in December 2024, but I only started reciprocating in February 2025 (last month). He made another move, and I responded once more. The romantic gestures I made (listed in Approach 2) came after his five months of waiting in silence and loneliness, and they seem to have brought him a sense of comfort and reassurance.

Months of drought, and finally, some rain for three weeks. LOL.

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Given the context, I don't think my moves were desperate at all. This is something he’s craved badly.

I told him this is the first time I’ve ever courted a man like this. I’ve never done it for anyone else (fact!). If he’s smart, he’ll value it. Just because I’m making a few romantic moves doesn’t mean I’m lowering my worth. I’m simply reciprocating his signals and showing him a little extra affection. It’s a delicate dance between us. blush.gif

With that said, I still prefer men to pursue or at least signal interest to women first. Personally, I have never taken the first step to pursue any man because I just can't. I'm so used to being pursued by men rather than the other way around. Hence, it feels incredibly difficult and awkward for me to pursue boldly and openly (like those ladies Quebix met). At best, I can only hint at some interest (like in Approach 1) and reciprocate (like in Approach 2).
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Just to further share my kind of introspective writing about love and romance:

10 October 2024

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I posted this publicly on my FB profile for all my friends to read. This is the kind of writing that heals me and touches others as well.

& the analyst guy reads every piece of my writing. wub.gif

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& I was extremely hesitant and struggled for weeks before I decided to respond to his reconnection signal. I had to call my mom, talk to my best friend, and pray first. Took me weeks to muster my courage. Yeah, it was so damn awkward and kamchiong. Then, I listened to this song:

Tell Him, by Celine Dion & Barbra Streisand

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Lyrics

I'm scared
So afraid to show I care
Will he think me weak
If I tremble when I speak?

Ooh, what if
There's another one he's thinking of?
Maybe he's in love
I'd feel like a fool
Life can be so cruel
I don't know what to do

I've been there
With my heart out in my hand
But what you must understand
You can't let the chance
To love him pass you by


Tell him
Tell him that the sun and moon
Rise in his eyes
Reach out to him

And whisper
Tender words so soft and sweet
I'll hold him close to feel his heart beat
Love will be the gift you give yourself

Touch him (ooh)
With the gentleness you feel inside (I feel it)
Your love can't be denied
The truth will set you free

You'll have what's meant to be
All in time you'll see

Ooh, I love him (then show him)
Of that much I can be sure (hold him close to you)
I don't think I could endure
If I let him walk away

When I have so much to say

Love is light that surely glows
In the hearts of those who know
It's a steady flame that grows
Feed the fire with all the passion you can show

Tonight love will assume its place
This memory time cannot erase
Your faith will lead love where it has to go


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Just sharing, this is how a woman feels when she hesitates to open up, especially if she’s been heartbroken before.

It’s also a song to encourage women to pursue, hint, or reciprocate, but with class and elegance.

If a guy likes you and you also like him, tell him.

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i prefer to be pursuit by woman

because every time i make a move i got rejected...and its a pain in the ***
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Mar 3 2025, 08:10 PM)
Thanks for your detailed reply. smile.gif

Here's the full context behind my current actions, just so you're aware:

Back in September 2024, he pursued me first, initiated dates, but repeatedly cancelled them. His inconsistent behaviour left me feeling confused.

» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «


So, I decided to step back and give him the space to figure out his thoughts and emotions. Meanwhile, I went on dates with 10 other men—there were many who showed interest in me, and I decided to give each one a chance for three reasons: I wanted to feel desired again, I didn't want to close off my heart, and I wanted to remain open to new possibilities.

He was aware of these encounters because I openly shared my experiences on Facebook. I wrote about each pursuit and date—how I felt, what I learned about myself, and what I was looking for in my next relationship. My posts became a mix of personal introspection and an education for others who followed my journey. I shared my thoughts and insights on love and romance after becoming single again.

It was a form of inner healing for me, especially after ending an eight-year relationship and engagement that had left me heartbroken. Many of my friends, who had also gone through breakups or divorces, connected with my writing. They reached out privately to tell me how much comfort they found in my reflections, often drawing parallels with their own experiences.

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For five months, I didn’t speak to him at all. I put him aside because his actions, though unintentional, hurt me.

So, when he saw me meeting one man after another, I imagine he must have felt a mix of regret, jealousy, and uncertainty.

However, I believe my writing gave him clarity, as he understood exactly what I was looking for in my next partner. I was very clear about my expectations, detailing what I wanted from a future relationship and what I would offer in return.

He began signalling his interest again in December 2024, but I only started reciprocating in February 2025 (last month). He made another move, and I responded once more. The romantic gestures I made (listed in Approach 2) came after his five months of waiting in silence and loneliness, and they seem to have brought him a sense of comfort and reassurance.

Months of drought, and finally, some rain for three weeks. LOL.

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Given the context, I don't think my moves were desperate at all. This is something he’s craved badly.

I told him this is the first time I’ve ever courted a man like this. I’ve never done it for anyone else (fact!). If he’s smart, he’ll value it. Just because I’m making a few romantic moves doesn’t mean I’m lowering my worth. I’m simply reciprocating his signals and showing him a little extra affection. It’s a delicate dance between us. blush.gif

With that said, I still prefer men to pursue or at least signal interest to women first. Personally, I have never taken the first step to pursue any man because I just can't. I'm so used to being pursued by men rather than the other way around. Hence, it feels incredibly difficult and awkward for me to pursue boldly and openly (like those ladies Quebix met). At best, I can only hint at some interest (like in Approach 1) and reciprocate (like in Approach 2).
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thanks for sharing.
i believe everybody has their level of tolerance before an action is considered desperate.
so to different person, different levels.
you know him better, i cant advise on the "dosage".

in the end, love doesnt mean that you'll be together. just be grateful that you can experience it.

all da best, and i wish things go your way soon!



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QUOTE(Chaud @ Mar 4 2025, 12:43 PM)
i prefer to be pursuit by woman
because every time i make a move i got rejected...and its a pain in the ***
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Don't be too hard on yourself. Even handsome or rich men get rejected by women sometimes. It takes a bit of luck and jodoh to meet the right kind of woman for each man.

What's more important is to have an open mind and trust that God/the universe will prepare someone for you and arrange for you both to meet, while you work on getting your heart ready to be the right man for her.

Hugs.

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QUOTE(quebix @ Mar 4 2025, 01:22 PM)
thanks for sharing.
i believe everybody has their level of tolerance before an action is considered desperate.
so to different person, different levels.
you know him better, i cant advise on the "dosage".
in the end, love doesnt mean that you'll be together. just be grateful that you can experience it.
all da best, and i wish things go your way soon!
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Thanks for your advice and well wishes.

On Day 1, when he pursued me, I told him this:

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I reiterated this in my latest message to him two days ago:

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He’s learned to embrace that open mindset from the start.

Spiritual and emotional maturity involves allowing the ebbs and flows of life to happen, without pushing too hard for outcomes.

What’s meant to be, will be.
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As a man i am attracted to women that pursue men. That means they know what they want and they go for it.

Might not be the societal norm and some may feel it cheapen the women, but those that pursue regardless just makes it more attractive and refreshing to me.
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Men who pursue women doesn’t always mean he loves her. It might be because of her beauty only, sex or money, not love. And they can be very persistent to get their agenda. Those gaslighting and abusive relationship often starts when they prey and pursue on the vulnerable ones.

Likewise women pursue men doesn’t always mean he loves her half hearted forever. Once a “loser” doesn’t mean forever a “loser”. Sometimes men accept the relationship means he is willing to give her a chance. Willing to open his heart to the unknown. Some cases, he ended up loved her more after the relationship flourished. Mostly, the relationship dynamic will change until almost equal. Unless those already have the thought of finding a better one and treating the current one as only a temporary staycation, that is a different story. Of course these men exist so the keyword is finding the right person. I have seen both types of men. The 2nd type is terrible. Thankfully the girl is now married with a kid. Also there are women who accept men half heartedly. Too many, my dear to count. There are also cases that men ended up being cheated on despite the ex gf was the one who made the first move. So yeah, surprise! Things might change after a few years so nothing is for granted. And this kind of thing isn’t gender exclusive. It happens to both genders.

I’m not sure why the people think girls making the pursue = cheap. Lol. Probably too little life experience and only consume media? Yes, there are promiscuous girls those belong to this category but there are also a lot of girls that genuinely wanted to find a mate and settle down. They might not be the shiniest in the room, in fact they are more of a diamond in the dust. Since they are not visually shine, if they still persistent to wait for the men to make the first move, sorry to say the chances of getting a mate is sooooooo slim. Until almost nil. We are in 2025 already. It’s not wrong to make the first move. The one who pursue (men or women) might seem like a “loser” but if found the right person, it doesn’t matter who makes the first move. To me, it’s wrong if:

1. You are desperate to get a mate
2. You do not know when to let go when things doesn’t work
3. Does not cherish when the opportunity arrives

Every relationship is a “gamble”, an unknown game and you need to start in order to find out whether it works for you or not. If it doesn’t work, just get out after the trial period and start again. Thank you, next.

One thing for sure, I probably won’t pursue the way as TS does, and I sure don’t have the patience to wait for someone as long as TS does. If he makes me wait, means I am not a priority and I ain’t gonna settle for less. Life is too short for that. And there are many fishes in this world.
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QUOTE(fearless_kiki @ Mar 5 2025, 08:38 AM)
Men who pursue women doesn’t always mean he loves her. It might be because of her beauty only, sex or money, not love. And they can be very persistent to get their agenda. Those gaslighting and abusive relationship often starts when they prey and pursue on the vulnerable ones.
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Every relationship is a “gamble”, an unknown game and you need to start in order to find out whether it works for you or not. If it doesn’t work, just get out after the trial period and start again. Thank you, next.
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You wrote good points. Thanks for sharing. thumbsup.gif

QUOTE(fearless_kiki @ Mar 5 2025, 08:38 AM)
One thing for sure, I probably won’t pursue the way as TS does, and I sure don’t have the patience to wait for someone as long as TS does. If he makes me wait, means I am not a priority and I ain’t gonna settle for less. Life is too short for that. And there are many fishes in this world.
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For me, I decide on a case-by-case basis. I only offer this level of patience and TLC (tender loving care) to men I believe are worth waiting for in a relationship—typically because they possess qualities that truly attract me or touch my heart.

Men who have been single for a long time, have never dated or fallen in love, or have been hurt before may be drawn to me but need time to work through their emotions and past wounds. My kindness and understanding help them feel supported and safe, which often leads them to fall deeper for me and eventually open up.

This usually leads to two possible outcomes:
(A) We get into a relationship that lasts, thanks to the TLC and time we’ve spent together.
(B) Even if it doesn’t work out, I’m at peace knowing I’ve done my part to help them heal or move forward from their past.

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In the case of both my business coach and the analyst, neither had been in serious relationships before due to fears or past bad experiences. That’s why I’ve provided them with extra TLC.

Becoming a man's first love is always a special experience, because the woman gets to witness his raw vulnerability, excitement, nervousness, uncertainties, innocence, etc... as he navigates those deep emotions for the first time. It’s a rare bond that can leave a lasting imprint on both partners, no matter where the relationship leads. smile.gif

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post Mar 6 2025, 10:46 PM

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QUOTE(ChAOoz @ Mar 4 2025, 10:25 PM)
As a man i am attracted to women that pursue men. That means they know what they want and they go for it.
Might not be the societal norm and some may feel it cheapen the women, but those that pursue regardless just makes it more attractive and refreshing to me.
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Experienced before? Any tea to spill? brows.gif

& I'm also curious, what kind of "attractive and refreshing" pursuits from women do you like? Physical seduction? Verbal teases? Start with mutual interests? or others...? hmm.gif

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post Mar 6 2025, 11:42 PM

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When friends asked me how my bf and I got together, I always start with my story...

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So yeah I technically didn't ask him out, but I asked him to ask me out laugh.gif from then onwards, he did the chasing and eventual confession. wub.gif

Before that, I confessed to two guys and was rejected both times. In hindsight, one was bad timing, and another was bad times. It hurt a lot to be rejected, but I learned a lot and I'm glad I did and came out of it.

I eventually went to dating apps and made a lot of moves myself. I would ask men out on dating apps after I decided I want to get to know them better. If things went well then I make sure there's a next round. For example, I'd just talk about some upcoming events or interesting places and ask to go with them. Funny thing is, there was once I wanted to watch an online concert with a Japanese dude and asked if he'd be open for me to go to his house to watch together. He declined me and said really weird things with his bad English, can't remember what exactly but I recalled snapping because I understood his reaction that he thought I wanted to bed him. I was genuinely just interested to find a friend to enjoy the concert together and took offense to that so I cut ties lol.

So yeah, I don't see anything wrong with ladies making the moves, but of course it really depends on individual personalities, experiences, circumstances and nuances. For example,
- I decide my own timing when to meet with an online stranger, which meant a lot of declination or deferment (for those that had potential).
- ultimately, I was really lucky they didn't take advantage of me lol. I just have a thing for good people I guess tongue.gif
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post Mar 7 2025, 08:35 AM

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Mar 6 2025, 10:46 PM)
Experienced before? Any tea to spill? brows.gif 

& I'm also curious, what kind of "attractive and refreshing" pursuits from women do you like? Physical seduction? Verbal teases? Start with mutual interests? or others...? hmm.gif
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If any person that act on a non typical way will naturally just pique my curiosity, with heightened curiosity there will be more interest to engage. Sometime it work out and sometime it doesnt.

As for why i find it attractive or refreshing, it is not any one move or a killer tactic, but rather from a point of curiosity and interest it will slowly snowball to develop attraction and later on a comnection, just a very natural relationship progression.

Also perhaps i have a tendency to be attracted to more assertive type instead of the usual feminie female personality do play a role.


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All you need is the first step or else bye bye 😘🔥
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QUOTE(Ralna @ Mar 6 2025, 10:38 PM)
Men who have been single for a long time, have never dated or fallen in love, or have been hurt before may be drawn to me but need time to work through their emotions and past wounds. My kindness and understanding help them feel supported and safe, which often leads them to fall deeper for me and eventually open up.

This usually leads to two possible outcomes:
(A) We get into a relationship that lasts, thanks to the TLC and time we’ve spent together.
(B) Even if it doesn’t work out, I’m at peace knowing I’ve done my part to help them heal or move forward from their past.

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In the case of both my business coach and the analyst, neither had been in serious relationships before due to fears or past bad experiences. That’s why I’ve provided them with extra TLC.

Becoming a man's first love is always a special experience, because the woman gets to witness his raw vulnerability, excitement, nervousness, uncertainties, innocence, etc... as he navigates those deep emotions for the first time. It’s a rare bond that can leave a lasting imprint on both partners, no matter where the relationship leads. smile.gif
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Wanna share an update:

The analyst guy unfriended me on FB today. I know my deep spiritual writings and introspective realisations hit him hard, leaving him sleepless and deeply affected.

I do feel a bit of 舍不得 (a mix of sayang and heartache) seeing him go through this, but I understand it's part of his journey—just like what my ex and business coach experienced with me.

I wrote this in Oct 2024:

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My spiritual vibrations are so high that they push men who fall for me to confront their deepest fears and wounds, and experience love in all its emotional intensity. It's a painful process for them, but it leads to profound inner breakthroughs, usually after 1-2 years of inner work. Both my ex and former coach evolved from being emotionally closed and aloof to becoming open, warm, and expressive now.

It takes a special kind of woman to break a man down, so he can shed his old layers, rebuild, and rise into his true self.

Usually, that woman is someone he loves so deeply that it touches his innermost core, because for the first time in his life, he is being truly seen and loved for who he is—despite his imperfections and brokenness underneath his polished exterior and external façade.

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I suddenly recall this article written by by Jordan Gray, a personal development author, and sex and relationship coach over 15 years.

He wrote this:

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Why You Need to Date Someone Who Scares You


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“If she doesn’t scare the hell out of you a little, she’s not the one”

At first glance, this meme might seem to be implying that you need to only date emotionally unstable people. But if you sit with it for a moment, it takes on a whole other (and more important) layer of meaning.

As much as mainstream media would prefer you to think otherwise, the best relationships are not all sunshine and roses.

Relationships are the ultimate vehicle for self-growth… and the best kind of love that you can engage in is the confronting kind. The kind where your partner acts as a mirror to you and they lovingly help pull all of your demons out of you over time. They act as a catalyst for positive growth.

They’ll point a flashlight into every corner of your dark mental attic, and illuminate all of the things that you try to hide from the world. And they will illuminate it with love, patience, and compassion.

Just when you expect them to run away (after having found out about your deepest, darkest secrets), they’ll tell you that they love you even more now that they know more about you.

Intimacy is about truly letting someone see you. It’s also anxiety producing for the vast majority of people. Letting someone really know you, and really see you, can be terrifying. You are laying your heart in their hands and saying to them “Please be gentle with this.” And if they’re the right one for you, they will reply back (verbally or non-verbally) “I wouldn’t dream of ever being anything else to you.”

When I first started dating again after an emotionally traumatic breakup, I was hesitant to let anyone get close to me. I engaged in surface level relationships because I feared the anxiety that intimacy produced for me. Even ‘admitting’ that I’d had a difficult day was enough to make my heart race.

In my emotional closure I didn’t think I would ever be able to open up to someone ever again.

Until one fateful day when I met someone who shook up my world entirely.

Her eyes penetrated through me. There was no hiding around her. She never had to say it out loud, but I knew that she saw me.

My ego’s first self-protective instinct was to run away and revert back to my old unproductive habits. Run away before she finds out all of the messy things about your past. Push her away before she has a chance to see past your self-deceptions. Avoid any contact with her in case she might make you feel big, scary emotions again.

My ego resisted her every step of the way. I told myself she wasn’t my usual type. I tried to hide behind things like “She’s too young/inexperienced/small town/etc. for me.” But it was all bullshit. Every thought that tried to keep me away from her was just my ego’s sad excuse to stay closed down emotionally. It was a defense mechanism and I knew it.

When I really started to show up and tell her how I was feeling (namely, scared shitless to even be around her) she received it with grace and compassion. Because even before I had verbalized it, she knew. She already saw me.

As terrifying as intimacy can be, the process of holding up our demons in the light is deeply therapeutic. Shame cannot continue to exist or thrive in the loving context of a close intimate relationship.

Was I fixed forever for having her met her? No. It’s a process like everything else. I had to repeatedly breathe into the deeper layers of anxiety as I let myself be seen more and more by her.

But I’ll be eternally grateful that I did meet her. Because her scaring the hell out of me was my ticket to a positive transformation that I never could have anticipated.

So if you’re at a place in your life where you are starting to see someone who challenges you, confronts you, and scares you on some level, take stock of whether or not you think they might be a force for positive change in your life.

Don’t date someone who scares you because they are controlling, angry, violent, or abusive in any way. That’s the bad kind of fear and it’s an unhealthy relationship to engage in. But date someone who scares you because they encourage you to face all of the things you’ve tried to suppress for so long. Date someone who lovingly pushes you to become more who you are at your core as a person. Date someone who nudges you outside of your comfort zone regularly and helps you level up in life.

It might just be the best thing you ever did for yourself.


This post originally appeared at JordanGrayConsulting.com in partnership with the Good Men Project.

Just sharing for education and introspection.

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With all those said, I wanna end with this quote:

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That's the power of love. ❤️

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QUOTE(Ralna @ Feb 27 2025, 01:00 AM)
Had a random thought again. My ex and admirers previously told me how some girls pursued and seduced them. They accepted some, but didn’t like others.

What I noticed was that their feelings for the women who pursued them weren’t as deep as when they pursued women (in this case, me).

So, I asked them why.

My ex said he was a gentleman, so he just accepted girls he felt were okay.

The analyst guy said he accepted out of curiosity but didn’t take things further.

The finance guy said it was for fun, and he didn’t have any intentions of getting serious with them.

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It makes me think...

While most men claim that they'd love to be desired and pursued by women, but...

If a woman pursues a man only to receive his partial affection or half-hearted/zero commitment, then why should she pursue him unless she doesn’t mind?  hmm.gif

In my case, all three of them pursued me and were quite serious and persistent, so I tend to think that maybe...
In general, it’s better for men to initiate the pursuit, and women can give the greenlight afterward.

What do you guys think?
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“A man lost in the desert must take such water as he is offered, no matter who it comes from.”

I don't get girls going after me often . Usually I need to put effort to get their attention and spend a lot .

But once awhile I get girls giving me attention, I definitely layan them and put a lot of resources to show my appreciation .


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QUOTE(Sihambodoh @ Feb 27 2025, 12:47 AM)
Consider a few things.

Being more persistent and serious doesn't ensure a long lasting relationship. I think what's more important these days is a relationship that lasts.

Second. Men pursuing women is probably a recent phenomenon if you consider the whole history of homo sapiens. The powerful men in the past got all the girls without even trying. Romance has only been introduced with mass media.

No conclusions. Just thoughts
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i think in the past its not even that, back when we were cavemen and cavewomen there was no police. the cavemen literally did whoever and whatever they wanted
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QUOTE(Chaud @ Mar 4 2025, 12:43 PM)
i prefer to be pursuit by woman

because every time i make a move i got rejected...and its a pain in the ***
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Don’t sulk lah. You lousy at math? Statistics. Be like Raina. Date 10, 20, 30 people.

Don’t just make A move, make a 100 moves. Not enough? Make a 1000 moves. Cause the only guy who sits there sulking is the guy who didn’t try enough. At scale.
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QUOTE(Jason @ Mar 17 2025, 01:26 AM)
Don’t sulk lah. You lousy at math? Statistics. Be like Raina. Date 10, 20, 30 people.

Don’t just make A move, make a 100 moves. Not enough? Make a 1000 moves. Cause the only guy who sits there sulking is the guy who didn’t try enough. At scale.
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that was those days

good thing is, no need 10 move, already found the one brows.gif
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QUOTE(Chaud @ Mar 18 2025, 09:17 AM)
that was those days

good thing is, no need 10 move, already found the one  brows.gif
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Congrats.

Biggest issue between couples usually is unmet expectations. Curb it early by having conversation and ask her “what are you looking for in relationship so we can grow together”

And take note expectations change/grows over time. All the best.

 

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