I think everyone craves attention like that. As much as I wouldn't admit it, normally, I also crave female attention quite a lot. I think this is a natural thing. One of the biggest sexual turn ons most women report is being stripped naked in front of a man/ a bunch of men. And I think women especially like being desired, being wanted. Guys do too, but to a lesser extent maybe?
As for being an "attention whore", I don't think that's the case unless you actively go *out of your way* to get male attention. Well, the idea that you get upset if guys ignore you could be an indicator of some sort of issue, however. But ultimately, it doesn't sound like it's too bad of a thing, so long as it's not putting you in dangerous circumstances where you're walking around the bad part of town to get catcalled by questionable men.
I really don't see how it's "destructive" behavior. And I know a thing or two about destructive behavior. The only two things that pop out to me are the desire for "creepy" guys to stare at you and the thing about getting upset at guys who don't look at you. Some counseling couldn't hurt--everyone could use some--but I don't think it's a big problem. Again, so long as you aren't putting yourself in potentially dangerous situations, like getting into a creepy guy who you don't know's car.
I would love it if women stared at me and so-called "catcalled", in the general sense.
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I think you're just enjoying life and not living it base on other people's opinions.
I want to ask something, if you see a guy you like, would you go up and talk to him, if you do, if he doesn't feel the same way about you, would you move on or keep pursuing him to see if he'll come around? Like if you sense he's a wonderful man would make husband material
(1) It's usually the sign of a very troubled mind and a lot of insecurity.
(2) You're young and some women your age DO tend to want everyone and everything to stop when they enter the room. Hopefully it's just a phase and not really (1) stated above.
(3) I don't know that guys who DON'T engage in catcalling are cowards. Usually they're just more respectful of women in general. It's usually the guys who DO the catcalling who are showboating and hiding deficiencies of their own, knowing that most girls don't actually respond to catcalls.
(4) Don't belittle other people. Just because you like the catcalling and all the attention does not mean that other girls are ungrateful, etc. They simply are more private and gain their self-respect, self-confidence and personal worth from other things.
(5) "Attention Whore" is exactly the term for it. Consider seeking professional guidance.
You obviously feel the need to gain validation through the acceptance of others. You most likely tie your self worth into the attention and most likely have low self esteem.
Your attitude towards others who don't appreciate the attention sounds bitter and mean. They don't need men to validate them and that's a good thing.
I think you need to address why you desire this so much before it becomes your whole being. Desperately seeking male attention is a dangerous thing. It can, and often does, lead to abusive relationships, problems with insecurity and jealousy. Infidelity and issues with serious commitment.
Were you abused or neglected by ur parents. I think you may have daddy issues which causes you to overvalue make opinions and lack respect for yourself. You shouldn't look for guys to give you self esteem you should already have that.
Lots of peopel feel like how you do. i don't think U sound like U need professional help.
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Wait wait... so if I DON'T cat call you I'm a coward? Is that what you're saying? Gee then I must be the most cowardly guy ever. Haven't ever done it my life. Nice to know that respecting women = being a coward.
Wow sometimes girls can be hard to figure out, if a guy catcalls he's a dbag but then you like it so I don't know.
Maybe you are the normal one and the others are stuck up and cold?
Could be that, mate!
Love the girls who giggle when pinched!You feel flattered by compliments. Everyone does. You're just honest enough to recognize that, instead of saying "yeah, I already knew I was pretty".
Everyone loves attention, There is nothing wrong in it.
What kind of help do you need in this matter?Who knows...
Could be due to your upbringing. Did you parents fail to give you attention growing up? You could possibly have low self esteem.Generally it's daddy issues, but often times its other things too
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