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Why am I still single?

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Anonymous User (Age:18 to 24)     When: 9 months ago
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I mean I'm like 19 years old and I'm still single- what the prob is that I'm pretty and attractive, very studious and smart and vivacious and gregarious personality - but I agree I do have very high standards - ad all the time I've got like jerks attracted to me - the real smart ,intellectual types are either taken or we do not talk too much with each other due to differences in attitudes and tastes. I really wanna be in a relationship and its high time - but I'm not the type to jump in with anyone for the heck of it- it has to be deep

But I'm beginning to wonder whether its really gonna happen - and whether there's like something wrong with me- even though I know people are attracted to me - they just will not approach me! And I'm the kinda traditional type who waits for the guy to approach her and ask her out type.

I'm so tempted to go out with this jerk who is attracted to me just for looks - but I know its not right and it would be doomed. But at the same time, I don't seem to get approached by the smart, intellectual nice guys! Whats wrong and what should I do - I feel abnormal not having dated anyone and I'm turning 20?!

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alpinestars-2002795
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alpinestars-2002795 (Age:18 to 24)      When: 9 months ago
I feel your pain here. Although as a typically good hearted nice guy that will approach a girl until she gives me the sense/attitude that she isn't interested which is typical. Which I may be wrong but at that point I'm outta there, no sense in riskin gettin hurt right? Also you my just be intimidating these nicer guys with your so hot looks ;) most girls don't seem to realize that. And your right going out with the jerk is a bad move, not wise. Good way to get with some guy down the road that justs beats you like mm's mom got beat. But hey what can I say I guess girls just like getting beat rather than having a good night together pleasant afternoon, you name it. Sorry if my spelling is off it's like 6am and for god knows what reason on a sat morn I'm awake. And remember before I go one more thing, you don't have to live with the outside the rest or your life girl but you do with the inside. The outside changes my friend. Drastically. No matter if they don't want it to.


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WindChaser
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WindChaser (Age:25 to 29)      When: 9 months ago
I also had a similar problem in being single, not because I can't get a date but because I don't want to. My problem was high standard. An obvious thing to do is recheck your standards.

A not so obvious thing is It could be your body language and gesture. Are you vigilant and aware of the messages you are sending?
The way you describe yourself, with my utmost objectivism, you seem to think highly of yourself. And with how you classify guys into two groups, data-able versus non date-able, you may be sending out wrong messages and dismissing guys too early based on what you called "types. "

The smart/intellectual guys are, well, smart as you say. They do NOT have to approach a girl to find out whether or not they want to approach her. They will vicariously watch other guys approach the girl they are interested in. And they will watch carefully. They will pay attention to how you react and treat others. If you roll your eyes, show an air of arrogance, or anything of that nature, well. Those smart guys will be smart enough to not approach.

It's unfortunate that a many attractive girls have this mentality that they are untouchable, that their vagina is made of gold or something. They think something like, "UGGH! What makes HIM think that he can talk to ME? " If someone has this mentality, there is a good chance that her body language will reveal it. So if you think this way, try to change your attitude towards others and their approach. Your body language and gesture will also change with your attitude, which of course make you more approachable.
Remember folks, we individually are worth less than 5 US dollars when we are broken into our basic compounds, carbon, hydrogen, calcium, etc. Humble yourself =)
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good-looking-geek
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good-looking-geek (Age:25 to 29)      When: 9 months ago
Have patience. If you are in college then that's more of a reason to have patience and wait until after you graduate. If you find yourself in your mid 20's after you have finished college, then that's a good time to start to be concerned.

Don't go out with this jerk who you don't like. Being single while in college (You didn't say that you are, but I'm assuming you are) can feel pretty good because you have less bullshit to put up with and less stress. College can be stressful enough. My opinion is that it's a good idea to get started with your career in your very early 20's by simply graduating and finding your first job at the age of 22 or 23. After you have found your first real job is a good time to find a good man to enjoy a long term relationship with.
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Question Asker Hmmm that's mature advice but I see people around me in couples and I do feel the need of giving love to some one you know what I mean - like wanting to care for someone, hold him when he's crying and consoling and being there for him- I wanna do that bad! Its just depressing to have to wait so long. - 9 months ago
Answerer I know what it feels like to be lonely. I'm actually following the same advice I gave you. I am about to graduate and get my first real job. But many times through the years I was telling myself I'm glad I'm single right now, because I have so many things to do, I don't have time for any more bullshit. I would see some of my friends arguing with their girlfriends on the phone and I said to myself, "I'm glad I'm not him. " Anyway, if you want to find a good man, you won't rush. - 9 months ago

ishwarthebest
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ishwarthebest (Age:18 to 24)      When: 9 months ago
Well all I can say is that I pity guys around you. They couldn'y impress you. Feel sorry for them. :D
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Question Asker Lol thanks that made me smile :) - 9 months ago

verbotenmemory
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verbotenmemory (Age:18 to 24)      When: 9 months ago
Hmm, that is indeed strange. I would've figured that by now some decent guy would've worked up their courage to ask you out. After all, I managed to crack through that barrier back in high school myself. But the last thing you want to do is date someone just for the sake of saying you've had a boyfriend because that's bound to turn out to be the worst relationship you'll ever have and you would probably regret it for the rest of your life.
on the other hand, it seems like you are attracted to some really shy guys. I really hate telling people to break their beliefs, but you really need to make the first move. Just talk to him, befriend him, and flirt a little. You have to generate that initial attraction that will help him work up the courage to ask you out.
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Question Asker Ummm thanks but there are some who like me but they are just too intimidated by me and also I'm not interested them back - but the guy I do like who also likes/liked me back is a player type of guy who's acting all shy and diffident around me - is it worth it? - 9 months ago
 

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jaycee777
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jaycee777 (Age:30 to 35)      When: 8 months ago
You are far from abnormal, and its great that you don't just pick any jerk. Keep up the high standards, eventually the kind of guy you are looking for will be out there. You are after all only 19. Its not uncommon for their to be times between relationships. Sometimes because you are not going to places that have people that you could be attracted to, or because it is just the way it is at the moment. It doesn't mean there is anything wrong with you or anything like that. Many older men and women take years between relationships because it gives you time to look at what went wrong in the last one, and work towards something better next time, if at all. Don't rush things, this is when you could end up with someone that is not suited to you. :)
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trickstir85 (Age:18 to 24)      When: 9 months ago
Sometimes very intelligent guys are intimidated by girls who have tons of personality (like yourself). Intelligent guys are sometimes also very shy and laid-back, that they don't even think they can get a girl who is not only intelligent but is full of life and spirit. Obviously those jerk guys have a lot of confidence, but very little between there ears. It's time that you started talking to those intelligent, quiet guys who really want to talk to you -- but feel intimated by your vivacious & gregarious personality. Not only will they realize you are full of personality, but intelligence too. For some reason, gregarious & vivaciousness - at least when associated with girls does not seem to equate with intelligence & brilliance. Even more so, good looking girls are not usually seen as ones who are intelligent either (I mean, good looking girl = dumb girl). All stereotypes you have totally broken. Approach these intelligent men - they will be thankful that you did. And yes, you already know, don't give jerk the benefit of the doubt - you don't need to step below your standards. And we all know that isn't a smart move either! From one gregarious/intelligent chick to another!
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mares2011 (Age:Under 18)      When: 9 months ago
Well it may have something to do with you being kinda full of yourself because you say everything that is good about you but you don't say anything about you bad side. Don't worry the right guy will come just be a good person and they will see it and love you for who you are!>>!
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sequinfanrple
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sequinfanrple (Age:30 to 35)      When: 9 months ago
Thats not abnormal. What is the rush anyway? You never know what's around the corner. You are 19, so young. But don't let your standards fall, that will get you nowhere. Maybe if guys are not approaching you, then maybe you should make the first move where a guy you LIKE is concerned. And don't worry about it, just feel good about yourself, keep that confidence!
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Question Asker Yea like I said, the guy I happen to like happens to be quite the play boy type and I think its just a crush - you think its worth taking the plunge? - 9 months ago
Answerer Is he kind to you? Treats you differently? I don't know him but you do, Take a chance now, if it does not work out then its not the end of the world, cos remember the cheesy saying, "IT's better to regret the things you have then regret the things you haven't done" Good luck!! - 9 months ago
 
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