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ctranger/r/seduction18/09/12 08:35 PM
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40yrs old, big tech. Financially set, but still working. Gym takes priority, 4x a week. But I like to decompress w/ games in free time. I don't have it in me to spend my evenings with a side hustle, my work is fulfilling enough, I can't do competitive shooters or arena/moba games. I biased towards masterfully crafted single player games,, coop games I play w/ by brother on the e. coast, and occasionally dip into WoW when a new expansion comes. I play these casually though, For me it's the escapi…
/r/TheRedPill18/04/26 04:10 PM
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You’re not wrong, thank you for the perspective. But it is incomplete. We cannot assume that the pursuit of attractive purposes is always successful, or that more broadly, a successful man has always met success. In fact, real life shows that women often choose the broken, collapsed man on his way to purpose, over the man who has achieved it and rests on it. Because she wants to be a part of the journey. And, more importantly, because the real test isn’t his aspirations, but how he handles the f…
/r/TheRedPill23/02/26 06:03 PM
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I don’t disagree. It could be true. But like you said, it could also just be you. By that, I mean, there is enough information out there, and enough evidence.. that some of what they preach is true. If you are not growing, learning, maturing, overcoming, that’s not on them, that’s on you. It is, and has always been your responsibility, to take action. The problem is, people confuse subscriptions, plans, todo lists, programs, and consuming content, with actions. You can watch a dozen content crea…
/r/TheRedPill10/02/26 04:52 PM
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You're talking about freedom in general, financial and physical freedom specifically. That's true, they are immensely freeing. But those will be exceptionally hard to secure if you give in to the distractions, criticisms and pressures of others. Self-mastery and discipline must come first.
/r/TheRedPill20/01/26 04:14 AM
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Ironically, men who pressure others, or who give into pressure, are the losers. Not just with women, with everything. Live by your beliefs, refine & adapt them as needed. Stand your ground, draw your boundaries. Living your way, on your timeline, that's what sets you free. You will never be a loser if you live this way.
/r/TheRedPill18/01/26 06:14 PM
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Where's the banter? The playfulness? Women shit test for all kinds of reasons, most have no clue why they do it, it's automatic But they all respond with greater attraction & respect for when you pass the test: agree and amplify. It's fundamental knowledge you have to master. Have fun with it. Quit complaining and lean in. Don't take what she says so seriously, the words don't matter. She's inviting you to banter and charm her, laying down the fucking tiles. All you gotta do is walk. > I forgot,…
/r/TheRedPill06/04/25 11:30 PM
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This idea can be generalized. Men spend so much time selling themselves, or focusing on self-improvement in order to better sell themselves. Most women don’t care about that. They care about the potential yes, but much more, what realized potential looks like. Telling stories about your experiences, as a strong indicator of future experiences, is far more effective. There is no greater turnoff than unrealized dreams or lack of imagination in a man. Work hard. Go to the gym and build strong muscl…
/r/TheRedPill20/12/24 04:25 PM
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The essence of all these posts, including this one though, and perhaps the foundation of masculinity is all rooted in one concept: take action. Take action towards your health, towards cultivating alliances, friendships, relationships, towards causes, organizations and your beliefs, towards physical and financial freedom. Always take action, learning from experience, with occasional success but mostly triumphing through brutal failure. Men without purpose, intent and action wither away. Men who …
/r/TheRedPill12/12/24 05:12 PM
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Not too many, maybe more I’m sure, i’d have to do a mental inventory. But I can think of one extreme arrangement where the husband was a serial cheater, relentlessly courting affairs with inferior women, possibly as a coping mechanism to re-assert his masculinity or dominance, and generally to no avail. He made himself available to and kept pursuing other women, well over a dozen in a handful of years of their marriage, ironically sabotaging his career and growth as a man, while his wife kept cl…
/r/TheRedPill19/11/24 08:49 PM
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Some slight exceptions aside, I agree with this as a male working in bay area tech, now dominated by career ambitious and successful women in vp and c-suite. There is nothing wrong with those women, I love working with them, they are smart, driven, decisive, social, loyal to you or your org. provided you are loyal to them, and they get shit done. But their husbands? Soft guys, sweet guys, nice guys. Career mid level balding guys, who made a choice when they met their unicorns to put them first. …
/r/TheRedPill19/11/24 08:31 PM
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It's quite simple, and it's in the definition. Masculinity has always been about rejecting modernity. It's about making your own damn mind about how you want to live life, making your own meaning, executing your own plans, investing in your own journey, and being a leader of your own life. There's too much focus on what men should or shouldn't too, about what is manly and what isn't. Masculinity is about putting all that nonsense aside, and doing what works for you, what benefits your life and t…
/r/TheRedPill21/10/24 09:56 PM
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I didn’t mind because she loved giving feminine affection towards me, just not receiving it. A woman in the presence of an actualized man she respects will act differently than her socialized / self-programming. Once she’s all goo goo ga ga over you things may change. Give it time but also know what you require out of your partners, and find a way communicate that.
/r/TheRedPill21/09/24 04:26 PM
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I met a young woman once like that, hated PDAs and light touch, affection of any kind. Unless it was rough foreplay, etc. It doesn’t necessarily mean childhood trauma or shit like that. People are different. Come to think of it - my mother is the same and hates casual affection from my dad. She hates massages, hair cuts, mani/pedi massages - suffice to say that it might have had an effect on me because I never saw my dad extend affection in public to her or in front of us. But theyre old school …
/r/TheRedPill21/09/24 02:35 PM
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Ignoring ethicality of this crutch, I gave this agent a few easy & tricky prompts, and the proposed answers are solid. If anything, it’s pretty good entertainment. There’s always nuance in every interaction and only real world experience can help you fine tune your own skills - but the ai agent is pretty good at suggesting different tones (confident, playful, charming), without being cringe. It is by no means a substitute for going out there and getting your banter tested in real scenarios. Reme…
/r/TheRedPill24/08/24 05:17 PM
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It’s simple. Indirect approaches imply outcome independence, which demonstrates confidence, abundance and value, whereas direct approaches can only do one, maybe two of these. If your direct approaches are more like serendipitous moments (artificial as they may be), brief, less demanding and generally detached of outcome, they’ll be highly successful too. But again, we’re trying to quantify the parameters and rules for women, which don’t operate this way. There will never be perfect consistency …
/r/TheRedPill03/08/24 03:42 PM
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I suppose you're right. The bar is low, contentment and comfort are priorities, with no stressors or requirement to push or excel. Mediocrity is rampant. I'm not saying our fathers and grandfathers had it better, with wars, mass migrations, political unrest, poor medicine, limited diets, but as they say, tough worlds make tough men.
/r/TheRedPill24/07/24 03:54 PM
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The biggest thing holding men back today is not inaction or competition, it's entitlement. It's the belief that if they do X, they deserve Y. They do a bit of X, don't get Y, and then give up. Or they had Y, believing it is theirs forever, and stagnate. Nothing is deserved or guaranteed, everything is earned. On the flip side, perfectionism. Believing you need an A+ before you can attempt B.
/r/TheRedPill23/07/24 04:31 PM
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39M, currently working on 3, close to financial independence. In the best physical and mental shape of my life, after major setbacks in my early thirties. That’s life, live and learn. Career is robust. Relationships have come and gone, I always ended them when they no longer served me or my gf. End them before they ruin you. A testament to the fact that I am still excellent friends with almost all my exes and their new bfs, not uncommon for me to plan trips or social outings with multiple exes o…
/r/TheRedPill04/07/24 03:45 PM
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The first stage is separating yourself from the people, places, circumstances and habits that sabotage your progress. The next is investing in yourself to build yourself up, your career, your ambitions, goals, cemented by routine and practices. The third is complete freedom and independence, which few reach, in all areas of your life. The final is giving back, to your family if you choose to make one, your community, and some cause greater than yourself. In whatever capacity is appropriate. Real…
/r/TheRedPill03/07/24 08:30 PM
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The difference is true self-awareness.
/r/TheRedPill18/12/17 06:43 AM
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Honestly, the point of controlling the narrative means you will do what is best for you - that is, what is congruent with your story and reality, and where you're at with your development. If walking away is what works for you in the moment, then do that, then own it: don't second guess yourself. If there is value in leveraging the friendship to build your social proof and you can set some emotional boundaries, then do that. No one is suggesting you continue to give her time and attention. Simpl…
/r/TheRedPill18/12/17 06:33 AM
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Hint: most available women want to feel and revel in that sexual expression. You have attached shame to your masculinity. Own that expression, but expect nothing in return. Expression without needing outcomes.
/r/TheRedPill03/12/17 08:13 PM
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Great post - in a position atm where I dropped my only plate because I lost sight of that bigger abundance goal. She had options and I did not. So tempting to re-initiate contact, try and put those pieces back together, but remember that your mind tends to play tricks on you when you start losing frame. I can't recall how I got so invested, but I'm going back out there, doubling my efforts, keeping the lesson close to my core.
/r/TheRedPill03/12/17 06:11 AM

Welcome to Vancouver! Yaletown during the week on mornings is mostly going to be coffee shops.. and professionals going about their day, lots of small tech companies and agencies, a couple of niche, high end stores, etc. It's a ghost town, really. You see tourists checking out a few restaurants and things like that but very few locals (exception: those working in those stores). Your best bet is to head to the yaletown seawall and chill there, but it will be tricky to make conversation with those…
/r/seduction09/04/17 07:04 PM
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depends on the favor. and depends on your capabilities some will say to never do something like this because it sets a precedent, others will tell you to be playful and ask for something in return. The truth is: do whatever you want to do. Be a man: if you want to help, do it. If you don't, don't. This is how high status males operate, they don't worry about investment levels and being taken advantage of. They just live their lives. If you do it, treat the favor like it's no big deal; if she tha…
/r/seduction18/09/16 05:36 AM
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you didn't do anything wrong. maybe you're overthinking it and she really did have to spend time with her family. maybe not. it's not worth spending much more energy trying to figure it out. give it a couple days, then ask her again next week. keep. it. simple.
/r/seduction18/09/16 05:12 AM

Actually, there is a flaw in this thinking. Because the future you, and the current you with potential, are the same. The only difference is whether you have invested time, action and effort into actualizing that potential. Everyone has the potential to bring out and put forward a better version of themselves. But so many spend so much time trying to reinvent themselves, or run away from who they are. This is the "finding yourself" trap. To get there, you have to start with here. And you are not…
/r/seduction11/06/16 08:10 PM
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Don't hang out with these people anymore.
/r/seduction23/05/16 05:54 AM
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No bullshit. The reason you can't let it go is because you haven't been able to forgive yourself for your mistake. Everybody is young once and does stupid shit, and nobody's perfect. Many of us have been in your shoes. Accept your part in how things played out, forgive yourself, the move on. Learn from your mistakes, become a better man. Life can get just as wonderful again with new situations and new people, if you want it to, trust me.
/r/seduction21/05/16 05:34 PM
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That depends on who you are, and what you value. You'll only really know once you spend the time to figure it out. Be aware: it's a moving target. And believe us when we say that success with women isn't the answer. It provides temporary confidence, sure, but won't give your life that much value. That's because things that add value to your life (give it purpose) are almost always a direct result of the value you add to other people's lives. Think about the contribution you want to make to the w…
/r/seduction04/04/16 12:06 AM
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You make your intentions clear, but you aren't attached to the outcome. You know how to show a sincere interest in a woman, and yet cultivate an abundance mentality. You show some vulnerability, but preserve an air of mystery. You work on improving yourself, and yet are perfectly comfortable with who you are. You use a mix of serious talk and humour to build emotional tension. You maintain strong values and an identity, but don't take yourself too seriously and know when to lighten up and be fun…
/r/seduction16/06/15 08:59 PM
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Correlation does not imply causation. Being able to breathe through your nose won't suddenly you make you successful, just as being unable to doesn't instantly make you love-shy. It is more likely that confident, attractive men have a general trait where they are able to listen or smile confidently with their mouth closed, and breathe deeply and slowly, at ease, through their nose.
/r/seduction16/06/15 07:18 PM
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Though few will admit it and claim it's all limiting beliefs... "logistics" can play a huge part in seduction. It's not impossible for you to build enough attraction to bring a girl home to your small town, nor is it impossible for a girl who lives in the city to invite you over - but these are constraining factors. I don't know how I'd manage bringing a girl over for the night in a house with my parents and sisters.. privacy is an issue. And while you may be fine with it, will the girl you brin…
/r/seduction05/06/15 08:16 PM
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Cooking. It's fun, relaxing, has you both getting creative and working with your hands - very easy to escalate into anything, really.
/r/seduction30/05/15 09:09 PM
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Great stuff, some decent content in the archives. But.. nothing reasonably recent?
/r/seduction01/08/14 08:04 PM
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This is the most important comment here.
/r/seduction28/07/14 03:57 AM
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I like it. Sometimes, all you have to do/be is the opposite of what 99% of guys are doing/trying to be.
/r/seduction18/07/14 12:56 AM
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It's the weed. Made her completely high and aloof. You were 'sober', she wasn't. What did you expect? Give it another chance.
/r/seduction13/07/14 04:31 AM
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I'm not saying there's anything wrong with having fun and that they're not successful with women, but successful in general? No. Real men are the ones building and running those casinos and restaurants, designing the Vegas power-grid, investing in hotels and real estate, moving capital and resources around and getting shit done, by changing the world and adding value, even if it is entertainment value. If you think being a man is about how many women you've slept with, you're buying into the del…
/r/seduction12/07/14 08:39 PM
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Women are 'sensing' your indecision about them. You wanting to move forward but not wanting to get too invested and backing off. This is what's causing you to have problems closing. Yes, keeping it casual will depend on how you frame your seduction, but it will also be up to her, so communicate it, but not at the expense of your desire for them.
/r/seduction12/07/14 08:35 PM
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Sorry, but Tyler and Julien are old-school PUA relics that give men all over the world the wrong impression and perspective about what success looks like for a man. Sure, some of what they say might be true. But their gimmicks, tricks, and silly antics are deeply rooted in a severe insecurity and need for outside approval: just look at them, at an amazing club in vegas and they brought a camera/laptop to talk/show about how amazing/successful they are?? Please... real men are showing those beaut…
/r/seduction12/07/14 08:17 PM
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Brilliant. Every 'no' is a bigger, better 'yes' in disguise. In a way, rejection is grossly undervalued, as the more you face it and become comfortable with it, the more confidence and outcome independence you exude. This is advantageous, of course.
/r/seduction12/07/14 01:31 AM
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I'm not going to mince words. Short answer: no. You're basically asking us if you can get all the rewards of being an attractive male, without doing any work or personal growth whatsoever. Who do you think you are? There's no shortcut to success. Your problem is your attitude. Can I still pass this test if I don't study? Can I make money if I don't show up to work? Sure, maybe. Sometimes you get lucky. A polarity has to exist. There are 'dominant' women out there who are looking for more passive…
/r/seduction09/07/14 06:49 AM
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The real issue with social anxiety, is outcome dependence. You're too worried about what you're saying, and how it will affect the conversation, their perception of you and the outcome you're aiming for. In this way, every conversation or interaction is 'loaded' with pressure, and this makes you anxious. Really, what it comes down to, is a scarcity mindset. You believe that every interaction has to be perfect, because there won't be another chance to convince others to like you. Every word you s…
/r/seduction06/07/14 06:10 PM
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You're losing interest in the women because your interaction with them is largely repetitive, surface-level and familiar. Nothing wrong with that kind of date, except you've done it too many times. In this way, you're not creating new situations for the women to open up in new ways towards you. It's a controlled situation, and that's an attraction killer for sure. Be more spontaneous. Try doing/seeing something you've always wanted to do, be a little more vulnerable in the process and you'll see…
/r/seduction04/07/14 03:47 AM
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Ditto on becoming super-touchy with mdma, and on simply using it as a benchmark for future sober outings. Also, the music! I remember specifically 'documenting' how I felt while on it, my ability to lead/escalate any situation, and realizing that a bit of effort and inner-game could probably help me recreate that state without it. Coke, on the other hand, is the devil. A pure ego-drug. It works wonders for those with low self-esteem, but becomes useless once you have your shit together. Weed I t…
/r/seduction27/06/14 01:37 AM
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You're miserable because: The game is consuming my life You mention you run your own business, go to school and manage a site/blog. If that's not enough to keep you busy, find more stuff to do. Somewhere, somehow, you've tied your sense of life satisfaction and fulfillment to your success with women. Surely addictive, but what a tragedy. Being afraid/uncomfortable of being alone is a huge insecurity, possibly the worst of all for a man. You need to become comfortable with that quiet time you get…
/r/seduction10/05/14 11:38 PM
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Thanks for this Tony. A few chapters in, awesome work. I'm in Vancouver, so one of these days I'll give you a shout and I'll buy you a drink!
/r/seduction01/03/14 06:15 AM
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Awesome, man. Well done. Change comes from within, and you've grasped that notion really well. Everyone's different, and some of us are strongly affected by substances (alcohol/thc). They can seriously degrade your quality of life, and I'm amazed at how quickly you were able to pull yourself out of it. As for dating multiple women, don't feel guilty about it - you're honest about it with them and you're not playing them off each other. Be careful with 'challenging' yourself when building your li…
/r/seduction27/07/13 07:29 PM
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Well said Moderator. The bar is actually set pretty low when it comes to a man's initiative to approach. OP: taking action, any action, is the first step to progress and change. You know this well from your successful career, passions and life circumstances. So apply that same attitude towards building relationships with women. It takes work, but it's worth it. The whole "worthiness" aspect of it is crucial as well, and one I wish this community would address more openly. Often, it it this singl…
/r/seduction20/07/13 07:21 PM
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Really insightful - I've been trying to put this in words for a while now, and glad you were able to bring some clarity about these belief systems. I have friends & family who are definitely "performance oriented", they would rather not try than risk failure, to keep their 'internal scorecard' nice and clean. It's mostly an ego thing, as they hold on to that 'perfect' score, whether it's approaching strangers, applying for new jobs, trying new hobbies and/or skills. They'll only ever take action…
/r/seduction01/07/13 06:41 PM
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Absolutely this. When you start asking yourself.. should I move on?. Yep, it's time.
/r/seduction05/05/13 10:44 PM
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Yes. Say less, listen more.
/r/seduction28/04/13 08:32 PM
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I agree with everything in that article 100%. Knowing what you want and having the confidence to break those classic notions and assumptions about relationships is key. You must also have the strength to be fully honest with them, and it takes guts. To elaborate more on the final point ("you can't win them all"), sometimes, you'll have to let a girl go. Despite open communication and expectation management, her wishes/desires and level of attachment may change 3,6 or even 8 months down the road.…
/r/seduction03/04/13 07:15 PM
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Challenge. Being a challenge, rather. This is what being "aloof" actually comes across as. Indirectly, being a challenge ties it all together: outcome independence, high self-esteem, high confidence. Knowing that you're the prize. So much of seddit material focuses on men chasing women. Being a challenge means she has to chase you. She has to qualify herself to you. She has to show you she's worthy of your attention. But it is easy to confuse being a challenge (naturally, through aloofness) with…
/r/seduction22/03/13 12:03 AM
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http://www.reddit.com/r/seduction/comments/pbkwv/glossary_of_terms_ag/ http://www.reddit.com/r/seduction/comments/pbkwv/glossary_of_terms_hz
/r/seduction08/01/13 09:45 PM
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Completely agree. The breakthrough happens when you start focusing on the things that matter to you. When you stop adjusting your schedule for others and start living life on your terms, your values, your beliefs. When you're able to say what you're thinking without the need for approval or the fear of disapproval. When the things you say actually have meaning, and aren't just fluff. When you're comfortable with where you're at, despite knowing there's lots more to learn and grow towards.
/r/seduction16/12/12 03:19 AM
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I completely agree with you. My post may have been misunderstood, so let me restate it here. You should never use a woman (or anyone) for selfish reasons. When your mindset is geared towards value-giving, whether in personal, professional or intimate relationships, honesty naturally follows suit. The two go hand in hand. Value-giving by definition means that you are not using them for your own gain. It's not about deceit or convincing yourself. It's about the step before it: approaching these in…
/r/seduction14/10/12 11:39 PM
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By a "little weed", I mean very little. Just enough for a few hours at the beach. It's not really my thing (once every few months), and it makes me lethargic. But hey, maybe you're right, maybe it made me more relaxed for the rest of the day. As for alcohol.. sure, won't deny it. Between the wine, shots and couple of drinks, I was in a good spot. It's good to know your limits, and drink plenty of water. As for the rest, you're only as attractive as you believe yourself to be. Limiting beliefs (I…
/r/seduction19/09/12 01:14 AM
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Let's be honest: Men are visual creatures. At least at first. To increase your appeal, you'll have to: Get in shape, eat right. And you'll feel great too. Laugh and smile more. We can hear authentic female laughter from miles away. Practice your flirty eyes Try a new look, hairstyle, or a new perfume. Be happy, cheerful, minimize life drama. Get things done, have your shit together. Say "hi!" when you want to. Work on your self-worth, self-esteem. You're only as attractive as you believe yoursel…
/r/seduction27/08/12 10:36 PM
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"Don't we all? Give me your number." "I'm always in the market for new awesome friends. Give me your number." "Does he treat you well? I wouldn't. Give me your number." "I'm not the jealous type. Give me your number." "Cool story. What's your number?" "Does he have a sister? Give me your number." It doesn't matter what happens, and if she's serious, likely nothing will. Even so, you need the number to start, and build your social circle. I was in the same position with a cute bartender. I used l…
/r/seduction27/08/12 08:44 PM
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It's perfectly ok for you think about her often. Embrace it, use it as a means to improve your relationship and what value you can offer her as a man. But ask yourself why you miss her, even though you see her so often.. There could be an insecurity there. Are you afraid to lose her? Needy. Afraid to be on your own? Afraid she might meet someone else? Needy. Your emotional well-being depends on her attention, presence and availability? Needy. You want her to check-in or keep you updated during t…
/r/seduction27/08/12 07:58 PM
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