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I've definitely had moments like that. In high school, I'd psych myself out before cross country meets, and ultimately do way worse than I know I could have. But I also really believe in the power of failure. I think it's not just a universal experience, but a necessary one. I'm a writer. And failure is basically guaranteed in the early stages of any creative venture. So many of my teachers, mentors and friends have shared this video from Ira Glass. Again, failure (or sucking) is considered a ne…
/r/seduction22/04/17 01:19 AM
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There's a pretty common maxim I see online (especially this sub): "Confidence isn't 'I can do anything.' It's 'I'll be ok even if I don't.'" Your post obviously challenges that right out of the gate. What do you say to people who preach that?
/r/seduction22/04/17 12:33 AM
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I never said it caused bad social skills. Fair enough, but we're getting farther from the point. To your first link: Synaesthesia and autism are believed to occur independently and, as each only occurs in a small percentage of people, the joint occurrence is very rare. Of course, it remains possible that, even though most people with synaesthesia do not have autism and vice versa, their co-occurrence in some cases may reflect a single cause. Further research will be required to determine definit…
/r/PurplePillDebate09/04/17 05:47 PM
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Synesthesia, OCD and autism are things that people with IQs over 145 have a higher chance of having compared to the average IQ 100 normie. I'm actually willing to believe this, but I would like to see a source if you can send one my way. I'm also willing to believe that there's higher cases of asocial behavior or poor social skills in people with synesthesia, but I really can't see a definitive through line of how A causes B (that is, how does synesthesia cause poor social skills? I don't think …
/r/PurplePillDebate09/04/17 05:35 PM
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in different types of trains and feeling the need to talk about it constantly This sounds a bit more like autism. Again, this is very different from what OP is arguing. There are people with synesthesia and OCD who have strong social lives. I really don't see the value of lumping all these together.
/r/PurplePillDebate09/04/17 04:10 AM
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You're describing a phenomenon known as synesthesia, which as far as I can find, has no correlation to IQ. Keep in mind the argument is that people with high IQ are overly analytical, and therefore struggle socially. Synesthesia does not fall into that category. Now there are savants – people who have an isolated area of the brain that exhibit superior abilities compared to the general population. They often lack other notable abilities, but not all intelligent people are savants. In high school…
/r/PurplePillDebate09/04/17 03:55 AM
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First, I suspect OP was throwing out an arbitrary cut-off, so let's not get too excited. I think IQ scores are a pretty dumb label and a poor way of measuring intelligence. Working with that premise, I think it's even stupider to tie it back to how much you get laid. That said, you're right, my single example doesn't negate the rule. But there's probably no rule to begin with. As for Harvard/MIT – keep in mind that these schools don't just accept students based on intelligence. You also need a w…
/r/PurplePillDebate07/04/17 02:29 AM
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Dolph Lundgren is supposedly north of 160. David Duchovny is reportedly 147 and he's been to rehab for sex addiction. The idea of an IQ score is already sus. Tying that to social skills is even a bigger waste of time.
/r/PurplePillDebate07/04/17 01:55 AM
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For whatever reason, this question reminded me of how David Foster Wallace thought his only purpose in life was "to put his penis in as many vaginas as possible." He was pretty notorious for sleeping with his grad students.
/r/PurplePillDebate07/04/17 01:44 AM
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Self-respect is acting with self-esteem. It is the applied action of that belief.
/r/seduction24/02/17 02:53 AM
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Nope, you're missing my point. They're foils. Burr is saying to be agreeable, don't stand out. He argues that the Sons of Liberty shouldn't bother raising hell and starting a revolution. Hamilton retorts, "If you stand for nothing Burr, what will you fall for?" Even in running for office, Burr can't take a stand. Hamilton's not necessarily a role model either. He's obnoxious and arrogant and makes that unapologetically clear throughout the musical. But for the purposes of this sub, given the cho…
/r/seduction16/02/17 02:19 AM
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Buddy, I'm not sure you totally got the dynamic of Burr and Hamilton's relationship.
/r/seduction16/02/17 02:04 AM
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In step 1, is it implied that you must find the girl attractive?
/r/seduction13/02/17 01:54 AM
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God, no. Especially not a full meal. My vision is take them to some fun activity (like mini golf) and then grab a dessert treat or something.
/r/seduction30/01/17 04:30 PM
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Do you get a discount? Take them to another franchise location.
/r/seduction30/01/17 01:47 AM
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Yeah, you've seen movies, right? I can see why it could be considered a chivalrous move, but it's such a throwback, I'm skeptical that most guys could pull it off, let alone use it to advance any connection.
/r/seduction26/01/17 02:38 AM
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Has anyone ever stood up when she comes back from the bathroom? It sounds old fashioned, but I've heard it recommended.
/r/seduction26/01/17 01:17 AM
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This made me think of you.
/r/seduction22/01/17 11:26 PM
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I always suggest a moisturizer after washing your face, especially one with an SPF. It does the obvious for people with dry skin. And if you have oily skin, it will actually keep your oils under control (really helped me). If it's a lot colder in your neck of the woods, it's basically essential this time of year. What's the face mask like that you're using?
/r/seduction20/01/17 12:51 AM
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I'll throw in my grooming suggestion: moisturize. Even with oily skin, it will help balance the oils your skin produces after washing your face. That reduces redness and in a lot of cases will prevent acne. Grab one with an SPF.
/r/seduction15/11/16 08:33 PM
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I need to sign up for a yoga class.
/r/seduction04/11/16 10:26 PM
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What's been the benefit of yoga?
/r/seduction04/11/16 09:58 PM
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Hmm, or maybe it's just that common/powerful of an experience.
/r/seduction31/10/16 12:33 AM
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Read. Study comedians. Maybe watch some Sorkin.
/r/seduction26/10/16 01:35 PM
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In my 20 years, nobody has ever just struck up a conversation with me like that, and it was nice. Made my walk interesting and I met someone new. I once shadowed a veteran daygamer who lived by this philosophy. You're offering a genuine human connection, and people love that. He was still very direct, and never hid that he was interested in a woman. But he understand that people are actually receptive to those kinds of connections in public.
/r/seduction18/10/16 07:59 PM
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If we were talking about hobbies, I'd agree with you. But I'm under the impression that you mean those as bill-paying jobs.
/r/seduction04/10/16 03:06 AM
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Plenty of those would need some extra income, especially starting out. Which is what that first list is good for.
/r/seduction03/10/16 10:13 PM
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Not at all; I've just been at work and haven't had a chance to respond. First, I don't think our discussion relates to OP's situation. It sounds like he's decently attractive, and at this point should develop a grooming and fitness routine along with an understanding of men's fashion. Otherwise, his problem largely lies in his own confidence and self-image. Now, I'm sure I'm overstating the proportion of women who "date down" just as I'm sure that you're wrong that "women don't date down." On to…
/r/seduction27/09/16 12:27 AM
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Love that Booth Jonathan is being debated on this sub.
/r/seduction26/09/16 10:39 PM
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Do you mean attractive in a "purely physical, symmetrical face, strong jawline" sense? Or attractive like "he 's rich," "he's a quarterback," "he's in a band?"
/r/seduction26/09/16 05:15 PM
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Looks rarely seem to match up for couples. And the number of 8,9,10 (I personally hate ranking) women who date down crushes the number who date on an equal field. Your problem isn't your looks. I feel like I don't deserve a beautiful girl. This is your problem.
/r/seduction26/09/16 12:21 AM
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Kind of. Moreso this idea that looking busy, walking with a sesne of isolated purpose and not extending common courtesies along the way to class somehow made you seem cool.
/r/seduction18/09/16 06:25 PM
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Mine, at least, was one part brutal winters, two parts inflated self-importance, and a dash of good old fashioned social ineptitude.
/r/seduction13/09/16 08:15 PM
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My college was notorious for this.
/r/seduction13/09/16 06:53 PM
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Keep your expectations broad. Try new things with new people. Fall down. Fail. Know that you won't have this kind of freedom again for a long time but also realize that your journey in life is just starting.
/r/seduction26/08/16 04:22 AM
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Motivation is good, as long as it translates into action.
/r/seduction26/08/16 12:28 AM
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One thing I want to expand on: when a woman approaches (or a non-seddit guy, for that matter) it's probably the product of a few variables. She's in a really good mood. Something probably put her there before she saw you. The environment has to be right. All variables you barely have control over. Always assuming attraction is a decent rule of thumb, but if you want a green light, it's eye contact and smiling. A friend once recounted how she kept making eye contact with a guy at the library and …
/r/seduction24/08/16 04:42 PM
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Well, one of the big concepts here is that you'll set yourself apart from other guys by simply approaching. Why? Because people don't think to approach, or that they can approach. Approaching in public is weird, awkward, somehow socially unacceptable. Until you do it yourself and see there's nothing to worry about. This is going to hold true for women approaching men. Sure, you might hear a story about a woman who wrote down her number on a napkin and walked away. Those are rare. Or those highly…
/r/seduction24/08/16 04:34 PM
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Observations. Farmers markets are great for that because you should be able to engage any of the five senses.
/r/seduction20/08/16 07:14 PM
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What would you say is the All-America View on Sex and Gender? In my experience, it varies greatly by region, and even that's not a great indicator.
/r/seduction20/08/16 07:10 PM
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You know, I really only just recently encountered them and that was what I gathered from a brief overview. So you probably know better than I. Thanks for the insight.
/r/seduction16/08/16 02:31 PM
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I'm really not sure where you're getting all of this. Energy – it's commonly understood – is the primary driver behind introversion/extroversion. I know so many introverts with thriving social lives who realize they need to take time for themselves. It's a weird realization (because of the misconceptions surrounding introversion) when you notice that you need time to yourself. I was talking with a woman who has a wide social circle and finds herself going to out a variety of events regularly. Bu…
/r/seduction16/08/16 12:25 AM
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Don't have sex with someone you're not attracted to. Don't get hung up on the fact that your first time needs to be perfect. Attraction goes beyond appearances. You're able to acknowledge that she has worth beyond her looks (smart, talented, nice). And if you're genuinely not attracted to her, that's totally fine. Don't feel like you need to hold your nose when you're doing something that should be genuinely pleasurable. Other than just reducing a woman to her looks, my issue with that phrase is…
/r/seduction13/08/16 02:00 AM
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That's a relatively recent development, though. Historically, it's been quite the boy's club.
/r/seduction12/08/16 08:19 PM
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New York. Preferably live.
/r/seduction12/08/16 08:16 PM
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There's definitely merit in strongly pursuing what you want. But being open to chance interactions is important as well (as your minivan story shows). I hear this all the time when older people tell me about their career trajectory. Rarely, does anything follow the roadmap you set, but I've met plenty of people who've landed awesome jobs thanks to a diversity of connections, chance encounters and putting themselves out there in ways that aren't limited to writing cover letters.
/r/seduction12/08/16 04:21 PM
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This is getting downvoted, and rightfully so (sorry, OP. You're not giving us much to work with here). But it reminds me of a study of lucky and unlucky people you can read about here. Obviously, the methodology is up for debate, and I wouldn't even say I believe in "luck." But here's a relevant quote: Unlucky people miss chance opportunities because they are too focused on looking for something else. They go to parties intent on finding their perfect partner, and so miss opportunities to make g…
/r/seduction12/08/16 02:48 AM
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If you want to talk PUA in the classic sense, the London Day Game model was developed in the UK and is used a bit around Europe and the US.
/r/seduction30/07/16 10:27 PM
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Don't get hung up on it. Probably a dumb joke or someone put her up to a dare just for laughs. Nothing personal.
/r/seduction29/07/16 08:55 PM
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I strongly agree all around. This article in particular really skews more toward shy guys. That said, I think there's a strong place in pickup for focusing on introverts (Introverted Alpha, does a solid job). A lot of introverted men don't think of introversion as an "orientation" (great word choice). When an introvert understands what introversion is and how it affects their daily interactions, they can really go far.
/r/seduction29/07/16 08:48 PM
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Definitely. It's something that I'm always working on, and making progress toward. Changing your mindset is going to be big. "Done is better than perfect" is one thing I hear a lot. When I was in journalism hearing "Don't let your pursuit of being perfect prevent you from being good" helped me meet deadlines. If it's actual procrastination you need help with, strict deadlines can really be your friend. I've been fooling around with this idea of not letting anything be too precious. Acknowledge t…
/r/seduction15/06/16 12:02 AM
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You're most likely insecure because you're a perfectionist. Do you have a procrastination habit?
/r/seduction14/06/16 01:44 PM
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Set achievable goals or checkpoints. Reach them. Set some more.
/r/seduction12/06/16 08:42 PM
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Snake Oil. Edit: I hear Silver Bullet works, too.
/r/seduction24/05/16 03:28 PM
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Like this.
/r/seduction22/05/16 09:17 PM
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Seconded Models. Seduction as an introvert really is just a matter of understanding what introversion is, how it affects you, and what that means for developing your lifestyle. Models gives you the tools to get started on that.
/r/seduction21/05/16 03:50 AM
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538, it's a news data site. I'm asking if you have any back up for these numbers, or if it's just conjecture.
/r/seduction13/05/16 09:03 PM
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Is there a 538 post where I can see the breakdown of those percentages?
/r/seduction13/05/16 06:11 PM
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I once hung out with a PUA (not clue if that's the term he'd use) who uses this technique to open women. His whole thinking is that when you're approached by someone on the street, it's because they want something (money, your signature, etc.). If you give them an observation, or an opinion, what you're offering is a human connection. That's something people actually want and can easily lead to escalation. He's been crazy successful with this.
/r/seduction13/05/16 05:43 PM
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The philosophy of the Just Say It post from yesterday nails it. There'll be plenty of stimulation at a car show, so you'll have a lot to comment on. Just say out loud an observation that comes to mind. That can lead to a conversation. The best day gamer I ever met does this, and it works beautifully.
/r/seduction13/05/16 05:38 PM
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You know what ad campaign I love right now? The new Axe commercials. Really smart rebranding that simultaneously acknowledges a sea change in views of masculinity and also leads it. Can't remember why I brought that up, though. Where was I? You're really thinking about this wrong. Looks only matter if you make them and confidence really isn't built on attractiveness. It's what you value. Charisma on Command did a great video on The Core of Self-Confidence. It might be able to get you thinking ab…
/r/seduction13/05/16 05:28 PM
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And I think that's an understanding that a lot young men don't realize. The article notes that it's not an issue for older users and suggests that they have a better gauge of their confidence. I think they just have a different understanding of what confidence is. Young men see it as "I can do anything," when in reality a big part of confidence is being comfortable with setbacks.
/r/seduction10/05/16 10:47 PM
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Sounds like a great goal.
/r/seduction05/05/16 11:33 PM
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You answered my question, but may have misunderstood why I was asking it. I don't see alcohol at all as a cheat code for getting laid. But your mentioning "a few drinks" multiple times made it seem like a big part of your routine and I wanted to know if inhibition is that big of a road block that you need to add in liquid courage. I think we're on the same page. And maybe I was a little stingy with the cup of coffee line. But really I'm curious what alternatives exist for the price-conscious, no…
/r/seduction05/05/16 08:44 PM
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This is a solid structure that you can really play with. How big of a factor is alcohol in this? I'm guessing it helps to dissolve inhibitions. But what if I want to keep my date price range around that of a cup of coffee?
/r/seduction05/05/16 06:07 PM
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Can you explain why those two contexts make a difference?
/r/seduction02/05/16 10:17 PM
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Spot on. Why do you think Hot Dudes Reading is so popular? Keep in mind, these props shouldn't be empty and a means for you to play the character that you think women should want. They should be an extension of your personality and interests.
/r/seduction01/05/16 09:22 PM
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One bit of advice that's popped up a lot on here this week has been to go to where interests you. So like, I'm a coffee addict who likes quiet Sunday afternoons with the New York Times. Maybe I'll drop by that cool cafe on the corner and see what women might be there. Do you have interests of your own? Places you like to go to? Work on that and you'll start noticing women who interest you.
/r/seduction01/05/16 07:45 PM
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What would you say signals false confidence?
/r/seduction28/04/16 05:33 PM
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Exactly. My point is, why gender adulthood? I don't want to pick a fight on what's masculine and what's feminine. But I'm confident in saying that the difference between a boy and a man is the exact same thing as the difference between a girl and a woman.
/r/seduction27/04/16 09:47 PM
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God damn, you're going to get a million different responses. Right off the top, do some research into meditation. A solid routine will help you develop a relationship with your thoughts and feelings and give you a better understanding of what's going on when anxiety hits. Short term, here's a quick pep talk: "One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth." Abraham Maslow "“Run from what's comfortable. Forget safety. Live where you fear to live. Destroy your reputation. Be noto…
/r/seduction27/04/16 09:45 PM
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Bingo. Worth pointing out, I know a lot of adult women (30+) who use those same words to describe the difference between them and their younger selves.
/r/seduction27/04/16 09:31 PM
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Thought you'd like that.
/r/seduction27/04/16 06:22 PM
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the best 6 months of my life are coming to an end Never have this mentality of "the best time of my life." Use a sense of urgency to get you going, sure. But know that you'll have plenty of fun once you're back stateside. how can i escalate during these meetings There's already plenty on this sub about escalation. Remember good eye contact. Also, don't sit across from her. Hopefully that will dissolve any ambiguity about whether or not it's a date. For more on escalation start here and then poke…
/r/seduction27/04/16 05:48 PM
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Maybe find something online.
/r/seduction24/04/16 09:50 PM
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when you fall (and you will fall), you can only fall so far – never again to where you were at the start. Because you remember, you know in your blood how to get out of your own way and build yourself up again. The biggest thing that has helped me is adjusting my understanding of confidence from knowing you're the shit/can handle anything to realizing that true confidence comes from the moments when that mentality is challenged. Great post. On the topic of emotional regulation, I agree it deserv…
/r/seduction24/04/16 09:45 PM
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Kissing is just one example he gives. If we're talking specifically about going from point A to B (back to your place), something like an arm around her would be another example.
/r/seduction18/04/16 04:33 PM
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Best way to go about this?
/r/seduction15/04/16 08:18 PM
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If you want to grow, there's always a struggle. You need to do something to escape your comfort zone. It's easy – even human – to want to avoid any discomfort and make excuses. "I'm not tall enough, rich enough, hot enough." If you think the deck is stacked against you (past a reasonable range of reality), you're playing the victim. You're not taking responsibility for your own growth both in recognizing your own shortcomings and in actively working to change them.
/r/seduction15/04/16 06:47 PM
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That was the video that sparked this question for me, but I came to the opposite conclusion: Call it a date to show intent (do the same touching, escalation, etc. that you would regardless of what you call the meet up.) But use venue, actions, etc. to define what a date is. After all, western "dating" is less than 100 years old. It's a social construct that has evolved over time. Who's to say what actually constitutes a date? A spontaneous smoothie run at 2 in the afternoon in sneakers and a pai…
/r/seduction06/04/16 10:23 PM
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Charisma on Command did this great video on Bruce Lee and leading conversations a couple months back. It's really great resource to start with.
/r/seduction04/04/16 01:36 AM
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I've been thinking about that blow job thing a lot. Can you cite a time when it worked for you?
/r/seduction20/03/16 11:17 PM
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Of course it's avoidable, you just have to be the one who decides to avoid it. The classic is to only use it to make plans: "Drinks. Thursday. My place." Get as quickly to that face to face as possible and don't necessarily think of it as a way to build attraction. Some guy a week or so ago posted about only calling women, never texting. Give that a try, depending on how you are on the phone. There are guys far more versed in texting who can give you more specifics. But the point is, don't put y…
/r/seduction19/03/16 07:03 PM
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I am actually curious about the band, only from a demographic perspective. Was it an act that would appeal to older women?
/r/seduction10/03/16 01:30 PM
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You have to understand that modern psychologists define introverts "as people whose energy tends to expand through reflection and dwindle during interaction" (Wikipedia, but sourced). That's all. It's about energy, not social anxiety. It's a common misconception that all introverts are shy, when really the two have nothing to do with each other. So not only is it possible, but I wouldn't even call it rare.
/r/seduction09/03/16 01:36 AM
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Unless there's something super embarrassing, I've never heard of a woman ever judging a guy based on his Facebook profile.
/r/seduction01/03/16 01:05 AM
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Plug for Duolingo.
/r/seduction01/03/16 12:36 AM
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Sounds really promising. Saw this post in the morning and have been anxious all day about getting started.
/r/seduction22/02/16 11:56 PM
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