Where is the balance between showing vulnerability and stoicism in a relationship as a man?

[Anonymous]

It seems like the more you need and are vulnerable to losing from a woman the more they will abuse that hold over you for attention and power before leaving. How do guys have relationships without being taken advantage of or left in the dust for appearing weak? Do I need to solve/become complacent with my problems first?

[devilish-cutie]

it is fine to be vunerable, mostly in private, but as long as you show strength, support and can be lean on if a woman needs it I see no issue. If someone is using you for attention and power that doesn't sound like a good person, but also before you judge a woman, try to understand her better, usually the issue lies in not having enough understanding for eachother different circumstances and than rather judging.

[Anonymous]

She will either use it against you or lose respect for you. Women don't want to deal with an emotional guy or hear about your insecurities. Think think they do, but they don't.