Why do men stare at you on purpose?

[Anonymous]

Sometimes men keep staring at me (sometimes from behind) until I notice. When I stare back they would start talking to me. Why do they do this? Do they observe me because they think I‘m weird/dubious?

[Anonymous]

They think you want to be stared at. ﾠ

[Asker]

LOL yeah right

[Oliverlogan263]

There are a few possible reasons why men may stare at you "on purpose":

1. Attraction - Some men stare because they find you physically attractive and want to check you out. When you make eye contact, they take it as an invitation to approach you.

2. Dominance - Some men stare to assert dominance or power over you. Making you uncomfortable or getting a reaction gives them a sense of control.

3. Objectification - Some men stare because they see you predominantly as a sexual object, not a full human being. Your discomfort is irrelevant to them.

4. Cultural Differences - In some cultures, staring is more common and seen as less rude. What may seem "purposeful" to you could just be a difference in social norms.

5. Unawareness - Some men may stare absentmindedly without realizing how it comes across or affects you. Once you make eye contact, they apologize.

6. Curiosity - Some men stare out of curiosity, especially if you look unusual in some way. Once they talk to you, they realize you're a normal person.

7. Flirting - Some men use prolonged staring as a way to "make a pass" at someone they find attractive in hopes of starting a conversation.

While the intentions behind men's staring can vary, what matters most is how it makes YOU feel. If prolonged staring from strangers causes you discomfort or unease, you have every right to stick up for yourself. Try giving a stern look, turning away or saying plainly "Can I help you?" If that doesn't work, remove yourself from the situation. You deserve to feel comfortable and respected in public spaces.

[Asker]

Is that answer AI generated? :D

[Anonymous]

Your probably attactive, and they want to get to know you

[Asker]

Then why are they standoffish when I talk to them?

[Opinion Owner]

I don't know. I don't have enough context. I would need to know the conversation and/or see what you look like.

[Asker]

Just work related things

[Opinion Owner]

They might be staring because you are, and they are only talking because they work with you.

[Asker]

They don’t work with me directly tho. And I never stare at them I just notice it from the corner of the eye or I hear them stopping by behind me

[Opinion Owner]

Maybe they are intimated by you.

[spartan55]

Dubious? That's a new one.

[MasterKS]

You must have a great body!

[Asker]

They do it when I’m sitting too. Also they never talk to me when others are around. Like I’m only good enough to talk when no one else is there

[MasterKS]

be away from those shits!

[Asker]

Can you tell me why they act like this? This happens everywhere

[MasterKS]

There are many reason, need to discuss in detail to find out.