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| 29 | For those not actively dating for a HVM, this is basically it. Once you love yourself, other people are just an option, not a necessity. And this is the best feeling of all.I was just thinking about this today. But solitude is really the best. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/10/20 11:52 PM |
| 26 | Stop Talking To Men Who Flirt With YouWhen I learned about grey rocking my sanity was saved. At least a little bit. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 12/10/20 12:26 AM |
| 65 | Stop Talking To Men Who Flirt With YouIt's annoying when you're in a social situation (mutual friends/ classroom/ professional environment) and they try to manipulate you into responding to a non flirtatious inquiry. Like if they ask a stupid question like what time is it or something after it's been established that you rejected them. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 11/10/20 11:52 PM |
| 15 | You know what really grinds my gears?And for people how don't have premium, you can still see where your searchers work. Some of your searches are your stalkers and you might be able to figure out who was searching for you if you know where they work in addition to any other info you might know about them. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 09/10/20 08:46 PM |
| 1 | What else should be in the FDS Handbook?How to make sure he doesn't have an STD | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 09/10/20 08:56 AM |
| 30 | This LVM is ruining her life without her consent. HOW IS THIS OK??Honestly someone should report this | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 06/10/20 02:53 PM |
| 49 | This LVM is ruining her life without her consent. HOW IS THIS OK??That is disgusting | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 06/10/20 02:29 PM |
| 19 | How to manage finances once you’re married?This is a very realistic and practical answer and agree that it is fine that the husband can know about the account but just not be able to access it. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/10/20 01:59 AM |
| 14 | How to manage finances once you’re married?I also like the idea of his hers and ours. In marriage we are one, but nevertheless still retain some separateness. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/10/20 01:37 AM |
| 8 | How to manage finances once you’re married?I'm curious to see what future commenters will say. Thanks for posting this as it's a question I have often thought about too but can never come to a solid answer. I think everybody's circumstances are really different and warrant a different answer. I understand that it is really for future protection to hide away income/savings, but I personally wouldn't do it. I just would never put myself in a position where I don't have income or income producing assets at least. Perhaps my resolution is pe… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/10/20 01:29 AM |
| 20 | How to manage finances once you’re married?Ok even if you have a secret savings account it's still considered an asset of the marriage I think available for distribution purposes at the termination of a marriage. Edit 1: I'm surprised that so many commenters are saying you should hide income. Idk I wouldn't want to be married if I feel I have to do that. I don't want to be naive but either my marriage begins with honestly or I don't get married at all. At least if I end up divorcing I have my dignity. Edit 2: my preference would be that … | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/10/20 01:17 AM |
| 20 | Prime example of the type we don't give our valuable presence to. A date with a woman is worth far more than $18.75. He had the audacity to call himself a "gentleman" after all that! 😂I'm headed to the atm too. I don't want some psycho coming after me because "I didn't pay yet" and I sure don't have time to wait and pay by card. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/09/20 03:00 AM |
| 123 | Prime example of the type we don't give our valuable presence to. A date with a woman is worth far more than $18.75. He had the audacity to call himself a "gentleman" after all that! 😂Honestly I would be so scared to argue. I would just drop some cash and run. Why engage? Good luck finding someone to "go out to eat with you" in the future buddy. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/09/20 02:31 AM |
| 2 | If he has a public instagram?Thank you i read it very helpful | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/09/20 01:24 AM |
| 5 | How do we avoid men that we gotta one day throw in the trash? Is vetting enough? Part of me worries about the breadwinner thing for this reason.Or anyone really especially not a man. Do so at your own risk. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 24/09/20 10:08 PM |
| 40 | How do we avoid men that we gotta one day throw in the trash? Is vetting enough? Part of me worries about the breadwinner thing for this reason.Always be financially independent. It will make it a lot easier to walk away. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 24/09/20 11:39 AM |
| 2 | My relationship with my misogynistic and narcissistic father has caused me to be completely out of touch with myself/a pickmeisha"You can love someone and recognize that the relationship doesn't serve you or help you" I want to believe this is true. I think it can be. No one is 100 percent good or bad, but it can be so hard to extend love to an immediate family member that has unapologetically abused you. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 24/09/20 02:15 AM |
| 10 | How do you women keep going?Its super freaky when someone "hate-likes" you. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 23/09/20 09:46 PM |
| 9 | My relationship with my misogynistic and narcissistic father has caused me to be completely out of touch with myself/a pickmeishaI feel for you. Women need to stop enabling men like this by dumping their asses, but unfortunately many women only realize their regret after having kids with such a degenerate. I recently discovered grey rocking to deal with people like this in my life. It has really helped. I completely stop engaging mostly. Don't encourage the narcissist. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 23/09/20 06:40 PM |
| 30 | How do you women keep going?Because they are so full of themselves they think you even looking their way (no sex on the table) is the equivalent of you agreeing to commit to them. They are so misinformed. Keep on ignoring them queen I'm in the same boat. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 23/09/20 06:33 PM |
| 3 | Female survival tips in a fast paced environment?Good luck to you. I would advise against moving with a man ever even if you think he is a HVM. It's not worth it. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/09/20 05:29 PM |
| 5 | Female survival tips in a fast paced environment?Definitely work on cultivating strong relationships with women. Your doing great!! Try not to live alone if you can avoid it unless of course you can prefer it. As a 20 year old woman living far from home you are seen as prey to the worst types of men but you can fight this and be a success. Definitely don't go into detail about your LVM ex with men ever and basically anyone ever because even some women will try to go against you. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/09/20 12:13 PM |
| 1 | Me to my soon to be ex. CCd all my gurls too.BOOM | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 19/09/20 12:27 PM |
| 22 | LVM shows his true colors, pickmeishas are in the comments blaming his reaction on women🙄😂😂 as if going Dutch is the right way to respond when your date changes plans on you last minute yea right | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 18/09/20 08:27 PM |
| 35 | What the actual f*** is wrong with menDefinitely not even just the beginning. It is an abusive relationship already. Me too I am very concerned. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 15/09/20 06:51 AM |
| 27 | What are some phrases LVM say in the beginning that are red flags in the early phases that we may not notice?Let me know what you want to do... instead of making actual plans themselves. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 15/09/20 06:44 AM |
| 29 | Pickme’s are dangerousWTF | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 12/09/20 12:46 AM |
| 2 | Are video calls even safe?Me too. Like how hard is it to take a screenshot. And if they were super creepy they could take a picture of a device displaying video with another device. I think I'll stick with phone calls. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 11/09/20 10:36 AM |
| 10 | A man's actions tell alot about his fetishesThis is a bizarre manipulation/ abuse | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 11/09/20 10:12 AM |
| 2 | Are video calls even safe?Which app can you do video calls on? | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 11/09/20 10:04 AM |
| 2 | Are video calls even safe?This is so smart! | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 11/09/20 10:04 AM |
| 14 | What would you do if...Me too I'm thinking the same it has to be fake | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 09/09/20 12:13 AM |
| 2 | How to stop having crushesI blast the song "working bitch" every time I start thinking about a crush and it seems to help. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 08/09/20 11:35 AM |
| 76 | LVM masquerading as HVM...never trust 'em ladies!He knew exactly what he was doing. Anybody trying to test anybody this way has no respect for the other person and their time. Definitely a block and delete. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 06/09/20 09:26 PM |
| 8 | A reminder to the older Queens of FDS(30+)!Yes same here! It's the energy people give off. I see women in their 30s40s and beyond exude beauty while other women in their 20s look sad and unfulfilled like they are yet to discover their worth yet. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 05/09/20 12:57 PM |
| 5 | A reminder to the older Queens of FDS(30+)!Thank you! I stupidly panicked when I was about to turn 21 because I thought guys would think I was undesirable because I had never been in a relationship to that point. So glad I found FDS. Now I'm ready for 40 and beyond too :) | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 05/09/20 12:54 PM |
| 74 | A reminder to the older Queens of FDS(30+)!Honestly I don't understand the "looks fading" myth. The late teens/early twenites were horrible for me looks wise. Acne, overweight and lack of control of finances and nutrition. I mean I'm only in my mid twenties but I swear it gets better by the day. I have seen women in their late 30s, 40s and onward who are downright sexy and beautiful and so comfortable in their skin and have their style down I just want to emulate them and become just like them. QUEENS. Edit: As for the leveling up I real… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 05/09/20 01:38 AM |
| 2 | The cashier at Wendy’s just gave me his number 🙄🤢*former CEO lol. Haven't tried lift but I should look into it. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/09/20 11:09 AM |
| 3 | The cashier at Wendy’s just gave me his number 🙄🤢It's so sad because there was a always a lady at the checkout of the laundromat and for whatever reason this creep was there that day and now I can never go back. I'm going to have to look into a mini washer, but in my city we're most likely not permitted to have them | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/09/20 11:06 AM |
| 9 | The cashier at Wendy’s just gave me his number 🙄🤢I feel like i can't trust Uber ugh but I want to | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 08:06 PM |
| 13 | The cashier at Wendy’s just gave me his number 🙄🤢Wtf how can I prevent people from looking at my card Edit: come think of it I had similar experience where I was picking up some laundry at the laundromat and I was making small talk with the cashier while I was paying and somehow he managed to weasle in a question about whether I had a pet, Roommate or boyfriend living with me. It caught me so off-guard I just stared blankly. Edit: this guy was definitely 20 plus years older than me | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 08:00 PM |
| 8 | I need a little pushI feel for you younger kids having grown up on social media. I'm in my mid twenties and phone apps didn't really kick off until later in my childhood. People think it's odd that I don't use it but I don't really care anymore about their opinion now. I really think social media is the dumbest thing ever. I hope it dies eventually. Edit: The only app I really use is reddit for FDS, if you even want to call reddit social media lol I don't count it because it's anonymous though we are technically so… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 07:33 PM |
| 29 | How I feel about this subEVERYDAY | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 04:41 PM |
| 8 | Boyfriend of 2 years checking out other women & lying about it.The audacity indeed. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 01:52 AM |
| 26 | Boyfriend of 2 years checking out other women & lying about it.I used to be shocked by the audacity that men would say something under their breath. "Did they just make a sound of some sort under their breath?," I would ask myself. I used to try to convince myself they hadn't said anything and I was just imagining things.1 | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 01:19 AM |
| 88 | Boyfriend of 2 years checking out other women & lying about it.And without an explanation | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 01:15 AM |
| 61 | Boyfriend of 2 years checking out other women & lying about it.I'm in my mid twenties. I've seen married men with children oggle women (sometimes it's been me) in public while both the wife and children are present. Thank God your not married to this guy. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/09/20 01:14 AM |
| 3 | Users Are Reporting An Issue With Accessing The FDS Handbook On Mobile, So Here's A Link To The PDF Version.Thank you!!I really just like to reference it now and again for my sanity | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/09/20 04:59 PM |
| 12 | Ladies I need your advice on thisHad you agreed on a time and location already? I find it strange then he didn't communicate at all between Saturday night and today. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/09/20 10:28 AM |
| 2 | living with lvm/pickmeisha parentsExactly! Sometimes we are forced to make the best out of a bad situation because we still derive more benefit from it than the alternative such as moving out and taking more loans. Good luck to you! I'm working on developing my own willpower too. If we can create a peaceful space in our brain that no one can interfere with then we can be closer to freedom in a way | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 01/09/20 12:23 PM |
| 4 | Is anyone else getting checked out by desperate men on public transport that think they're invisible if their mask covers their mouth and nose? I can see your eyes you pervert!I always keep ear buds in my ears even if I'm not listening to music. I think it helps with this problem slightly because I look busier and not in a place to make eye contact. Only goes so far though there are the shameless ones who will stare at you anyway. Honestly as long as they don't enter my physical space (at least a dozen square feet of distance) or attempt to talk to me I've learned to just not care. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 01/09/20 12:13 PM |
| 5 | Is anyone else getting checked out by desperate men on public transport that think they're invisible if their mask covers their mouth and nose? I can see your eyes you pervert!🤣🤣🤣 yes its so true the eyebrows tell all. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 01/09/20 12:09 PM |
| 10 | Do some of our mothers want to see us fail romantically?Don't even get me started. I just want to be left alone. Why is this their business? | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 31/08/20 08:52 PM |
| 3 | Do not be nice to men, only politeI love this. I also tend to be more bubbly toward everyone. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 03:00 PM |
| 8 | Peter panEwww lol. It's so sad too because a lot of younger girls also think they want an older man. I know I had that stupid idea when I was in my early 20s | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 10:14 AM |
| 4 | A guy[27M] who dumped me[22F] a couple of months ago with the excuse that he doesn’t want anything serious is now on bumble with a profile that says “looking for a relationship”If only I had found this sub at 22 ugh | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 10:11 AM |
| 3 | living with lvm/pickmeisha parentsYessss! I learned about grey rocking through this sub and it has helped me so much too. Same thing for me. Ive learned to let go of judging others choices. It's just too much to carry mentally. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 10:08 AM |
| 2 | Hi guys!Well there's a link to a great reading list in the FDS menu but the Leveling Up page is great for asking about career and self improvement questions. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 10:04 AM |
| 8 | Do not be nice to men, only politeI get it I just hate that this is the reality. I feel guilty when I have to get mean or cold towards anyone. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 10:00 AM |
| 3 | Hi guys!Have you visited the Level Up page? It's great for this type of question | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 01:55 AM |
| 6 | How sad that we live in a world where we have to plead with men to see us as humansWhat a queen she makes great content! | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 01:07 AM |
| 10 | Do not be nice to men, only politeI do enjoy office banter though. It takes my mind off the monotony of the office. It's also downright funny and entertaining sometimes. At least I can still have that with my immediate coworkers. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:53 AM |
| 91 | A guy[27M] who dumped me[22F] a couple of months ago with the excuse that he doesn’t want anything serious is now on bumble with a profile that says “looking for a relationship”He's probably not looking for a relationship. The whole concept of Bumble is backwards. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:44 AM |
| 17 | Do not be nice to men, only politeYup next time there's some new guy in the environment I'm just gonna be quiet and only talk if he asks me a question like which way the restroom is or something lol or just say like good morning if that's the standard thing in that office environment. I'm tired of going out of my way to be friendly only to be misunderstood. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:39 AM |
| 30 | New rule: you aren't my husband? No sex.I mean idk this not really an "I'm not like other girls statement." People have different libidos | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:30 AM |
| 43 | Do not be nice to men, only politeOne time I tried to make small talk with a guy at work and I think he thought I was hitting on him | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:09 AM |
| 17 | New rule: you aren't my husband? No sex.Loll why this get downvoted | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:08 AM |
| 14 | New rule: you aren't my husband? No sex.I LOVE THIS. I feel the same. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:06 AM |
| 5 | Peter panI feel that. It's good to know if he has his own car and what sort of financial contributions he makes to the household. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 30/08/20 12:03 AM |
| 11 | living with lvm/pickmeisha parentsGod I feel your pain. I've found the best thing to do is just not argue, not engage. Act like nothing bothers you. Do your chores/share of the housework. Say hello to family members if you see them sitting around/walking by. Play and act like a pleasant and content member of the household. Make small talk about non controversial topics such as the weather, how cute your cat/dog/fish is. If you they try to push your buttons, do not engage. Just do your best to block out their shit, stay calm, go … | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 29/08/20 10:59 PM |
| 14 | Whats your non fds standards ?I like your point about social media. We all know Instagram is just a cesspool of soft porn. Almost an automic LVM if he spends all his time on insta. *Edit 1: I know a lot of women especially younger will use social media to vet guys but honestly the whole idea is just messed up. It's missing the point that everything a person puts on social media is carefully curated to influence how you will perceive them. I've seen literally night and day difference from what I see a person is like on social… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 29/08/20 02:16 PM |
| 36 | Whilst following FDS won’t always be easy, it WILL make your life easier.When I first discovered FDS, I had mixed feelings. I read the handbook, thought about things a bit. I revisited the sub a month later, read the handbook again. Now I embrace FDS completely. It took me some time. Sometimes the truth is hard. I've shared this sub with some close friends who didn't seem as impressed as I am with FDS. People just need to reach the truth on their own sometimes. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 28/08/20 08:29 PM |
| 4 | there was no need to put other women like that. I guess she just wanted to be all 'look at me, I'm better than you!!1'LMAO | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 28/08/20 03:40 PM |
| 54 | To all the ladies who think weekly flowers is asking too much... he buys me a new bouquet even when last weeks is doing fine. You deserve to be spoiled.Flowers and other gifts are great... as long as the relationship itself is strong and healthy at its base. Too many guys try to compensate for poor behavior with tokens/gifts etc. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 28/08/20 02:34 PM |
| 5 | How to get over an unrequited crush?Me too 🤣 feels good to be free | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 28/08/20 12:44 AM |
| 13 | 25 and a virgin.I feel the same way as you do queen. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 27/08/20 09:31 PM |
| 111 | Blocking gets much easier the more you do it. When you start blocking, instead of engaging, at the first sign of disrespect, it starts to feel goodThe best part is that you win. You really win by refraining from engaging and they hate it. Revel in that victory ✌ Edit: the mistake I see girls make is when they give in when the guy starts pleading with them to give them attention again. You have to hold strong and resist that or they'll know they can mistreat you again. Some mistakes are forgivable, others are not. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 27/08/20 03:52 PM |
| 18 | I worry for the future of relationships.Wtf is VR porn | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 27/08/20 03:25 PM |
| 6 | She’s asking for a “relationship mentor” on an R4R sub with primarily men looking for hookups 🤦🏻♀️Holy shit somebody get a message to this girl | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 27/08/20 11:36 AM |
| 8 | How to date young and avoid forever gf territory?But she's only 21. Even if she wants to accept a proposal I believe it would be a mistake to get married now. Only a few years have passed for me since being 21 but I can tell you where my brain is now and where it was then is worlds apart. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 27/08/20 11:25 AM |
| 18 | How to date young and avoid forever gf territory?This is such a great question! It's like, should I dump him if I don't see a ring within the next 1 to 3 years? Hard to say when you're young and young people ought to be focusing on their education and careers. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 27/08/20 01:34 AM |
| 506 | The look on his face was worth every pennyFunny how he even felt the need to diminish you in front of your child like that | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/08/20 02:10 PM |
| 16 | That frustration when you realize how most men interpret your interestLol right? And then after that when you ignore them they're like where'd she go. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/08/20 01:53 AM |
| 4 | That frustration when you realize how most men interpret your interestGood point I didn't think of that😂 | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/08/20 01:43 AM |
| 60 | That frustration when you realize how most men interpret your interestI'm not sure if I'd call her desperate, just mislead | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 25/08/20 08:50 PM |
| 113 | That frustration when you realize how most men interpret your interestI acted on this advice before FDS and regret it. Last time I take dating advice from a man 😭 | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 25/08/20 08:32 PM |
| 46 | That frustration when you realize how most men interpret your interestHahaha this is so true. It's like relax I'm not obsessed with you 🤣 Edit: I never show interest first anymore for this reason. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 25/08/20 07:59 PM |
| 22 | What else does a girl even need? Not pictured is my laptop where I’m watching “What is Love?”- the cutest K DramaLove the pickles | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 23/08/20 12:36 AM |
| 5 | Sometimes moving on is the biggest part of the story. I finally deleted our chats from the last two months and even though I’m still hurt and sad; but he was right, I’m worth so much. ❤️Exactly. I think it's a mistake to even display in any way that you are a "damsel in distress" in need of financing for educational pursuits and whatever. That's different than a man paying for dates. Good luck to you. I'm on the same journey. All women must strive to be financially independent. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 22/08/20 11:45 PM |
| 41 | If they even try to apologize...THIS IS SO TRUE. Denial/inability to accept responsibility | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 22/08/20 08:51 PM |
| 19 | Sometimes moving on is the biggest part of the story. I finally deleted our chats from the last two months and even though I’m still hurt and sad; but he was right, I’m worth so much. ❤️Never accept or expect an offer like that from someone you are dating. Men will just tell you what you want to hear for their own benefit. Not everyone has the privilege of being able to afford a tutor when needed, but in a way it's better to lift yourself out of that hole yourself and not rely on anyone else's promise. You will only become resentful when they don't follow through. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 22/08/20 06:47 PM |
| 11 | How can I date older men while still maintaining my power?Don't move in with him. The same FDS rules apply. If you can't afford to live on your own then that would indicate you need to get your act together too. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 22/08/20 12:10 PM |
| 2 | Where women go wrong: a short guide for making good choices and avoiding pickmeisha-dom.Lol that Sparkle! I'm at a point where I can't even trust the sparkle I think it's just a ploy for sex. You're current husband sounds lovely however. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 22/08/20 01:34 AM |
| 27 | Y'all I don't even know if I want to date even when I am ready toAgree with this 100%. Once we let go of the need for an S.O. we are free. Like you said, it's an add-on. I also didn't want roommates. If I wanted to see people in my space I would make plans to visit friends/family lol. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 22/08/20 12:18 AM |
| 14 | Which Movies Do you Consider a Red Flag if A Man Raves About it and Says it's his Favorite?My family used to watch the James bond movies together like it was this fun event with my grandparents and I would always be sick to my stomach | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 07:45 PM |
| 59 | Which Movies Do you Consider a Red Flag if A Man Raves About it and Says it's his Favorite?James bond 🤢 | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 05:18 PM |
| 5 | Where women go wrong: a short guide for making good choices and avoiding pickmeisha-dom.It is interesting. Part of the male psychology is putting woman, the dream girl, on a pedestal, even though there is no such thing as dream girl. At least the girl will be able to enjoy this illusion until the time if it ever comes that the guy turns out to be a complete LVM | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 04:42 PM |
| 7 | Where women go wrong: a short guide for making good choices and avoiding pickmeisha-dom.I think it's interesting that you use the word obsessesed Indicates that the woman has some sort of power over him where he'd do anything for her. **At least that's the good kind of obsession | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 04:28 PM |
| 8 | Don’t wait to take of yourself after you hit a goal or for a date or event.Me too! been thinking about going dark with my hair. Nows as good as time as ever maybe even better because people won't be commenting and judging cause there's no people to see. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 01:31 AM |
| 8 | Guy that I don’t like or find attractive has asked me now two times to go on a socially distanced walk. I don’t know how to say no because I suck at boundaries . Please helpWhy not just say your not interested and leave it at that. If you don't want to ghost immediately then wait and see if he tries to ask you out you again and then block. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 01:28 AM |
| 4 | Beware of the pandemic relationshipIt makes me wonder if things are ever going to be normal again, and if so when? | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 21/08/20 01:26 AM |
| 23 | Weekly FDS Chat, Check-In, Quick Questions Answered August 20 2020I just want to put out there that this group has changed my life for the better. I can't believe I was mislead for so long. I grew up with a narc dad, a pickme mom, and brothers. I love them dearly, but this group is the female role model I needed. I was damaged for so long.THANK YOU❤❤❤ | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 20/08/20 12:09 PM |
| 23 | 30sI am in my twenties and cannot wait to be in my thirties. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 19/08/20 08:05 PM |
| 15 | Brother (25) broke it off with his long-term college girlfriend (26). Cautionary tale of the starter girlfriend.Would you call your brother/ male friend out on this behavior? How would you go about doing that in a way that he understands? He might not understand or care. Idk is there ever a time, for example it's your brother, you feel he should recognize how low value his behavior was. What would you say if anything? | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 19/08/20 03:37 PM |
| 65 | Brother (25) broke it off with his long-term college girlfriend (26). Cautionary tale of the starter girlfriend.I think someone I know is doing this to someone right now. They are both extraordinarily smart kids academically. The girl has pickme tendencies. She drives him around and was letting him live at her place until her roommate was tired of seeing the live-in boyfriend on sight. His feeling of contributoon is that he pays for food and cooks. Idk in my opinion, a HVM never just moves in to a woman's place for free. That's for bros doing each other a favor not for serious relationships. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 19/08/20 12:39 PM |
| 7 | What was the biggest/most shocking FDS revelation for you?I had a similar experience. Guy was showing signs that he liked me but never made a move. So I thought because he was shy it would be helpful if I initiated. Big mistake lol. Pretty sure his first thought was that I was DTF even though that is sooo not what I was thinking. My new response to a guy showing indications of attraction but never initiating is to ignore him. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 19/08/20 12:19 PM |
| 47 | What was the biggest/most shocking FDS revelation for you?It depends on the situation but generally if you've been trying to address an issue with a guy and he isn't taking you seriously you cut contact and they usually see at that point that you were being real. So many men don't take women seriously unfortunately and if a woman has a concern they just brush it off. I used to think ghosting/distancing/silent treatment were beyond me and that they were manipulative tactics but I don't feel that way anymore. If someone isn't listening to you it's like y… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 18/08/20 11:16 PM |
| 88 | What was the biggest/most shocking FDS revelation for you?I have a bunch: Prince charming doesn't exist (I already knew this though) If he wanted to he would.(Don't wait for him) Don't make the first move. (I knew this too but was in denial) You can talk to multiple people at once. You don't have to date. (I knew this too but thought about it differently and still didn't value myself enough to fully embrace knowing it was okay to intentionally NOT date) Prostitution and porn is all bad. (I used to be pro legalization) Ghosting is fine. (I was a nice gi… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 18/08/20 07:49 PM |
| 2 | Get a man who will show you off! If he's not proud to be with you and treats you accordingly, he ain't the one, hun!Exactly I'm honestly at the point if a guy does this it's ared flag in itself. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 18/08/20 04:26 PM |
| 15 | Get a man who will show you off! If he's not proud to be with you and treats you accordingly, he ain't the one, hun!And personally I wouldn't be flattered at all if a man plastered images of me on his social media account. That would come off as more of a red flag for me. Like what is that you're trying to say? It's kind of like he's trying to exert ownership. Almost like a form of subtle negging. Like oh your good enough for me to have a photo of you on my social media. I see this a lot on this sub that somehow a man isn't good unless he posts about you. I totally disagree. Social media is cheap. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 18/08/20 01:32 PM |
| 29 | Get a man who will show you off! If he's not proud to be with you and treats you accordingly, he ain't the one, hun!Its nice that men like to show you off but at the same time it shouldn't be the only way of them showing their love. Some women don't want to be flaunted on social media. It's sort of a low effort way of letting the world know you think she's beautiful but what is the rest of your relationship like? Classy people don't feel the need to build up a false image. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 18/08/20 12:08 PM |
| 3 | Why all women should take up BJJThanks you! I think I was just kind of shocked by the mostly male environment period. I'm definitely someone who thrives in all female environments, but I know that's not always realistic or preferable. I believe Co-ed activities should be promoted. It wasn't that the men there were necessarily toxic. The school I visited I believe was the most famous. I saw a thirteen year old girl who was a purple belt and a few others adult women on their way to class there. The guy giving me the intro at the… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 17/08/20 11:30 AM |
| 7 | Although I’ve not been in an abusive relationship myself, I have just read ‘Why Does He Do That’ by Lundy Bancroft and I AM SO GLAD I DID. ***FYI, ‘therapy’ does not fix abusers, it can make this behaviour worse.***I just finished reading this book and now I feel so ready to call out the men on their garbage behavior, large and small. The abusive, entitled, self serving mindset is truly what it is. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 17/08/20 02:10 AM |
| 42 | Why all women should take up BJJA family member that I take up BJJ. I went to one of the best schools to get a quote and a low down about starting out. I will admit I was intimidated by the mostly male setting and it scared me away. I also am very busy and don't have the most time to commit. But I absolutely see the value in it. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 17/08/20 01:57 AM |
| 20 | There’s No Dream Woman Who Can Magically Fix Your Ex SisThis is how they keep women under their thumb by making them feel they can never live up to the dream image. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 15/08/20 01:36 AM |
| 1 | Do abused women take out their frustrations/inability/lack of I understanding about how to help themselves out on other women?Thank you so much for your response. I'm sorry you had to go through that so young. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 14/08/20 10:10 PM |
| 5 | Can a short man ever be a HVM?Height is not an indicator of whether or not someone is high value at all. I would say your misreading FDS in general if that's what you've come to think. As others said, it's just a preference. I happen to be short myself and prefer men under 6 feet. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 14/08/20 12:52 PM |
| 5 | How to react to abusive behaviourTaarof is interesting. Anybody who is familiar with the culture will understand. But someone who doesn't might be confused by the (well meaning- good intentioned) insistence in response to a "no thank you" | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 13/08/20 09:40 AM |
| 23 | How to react to abusive behaviourIn some cultures, persistence is seen as a must. For example, you have a guest at your house, offer them tea but they say no thank you. You bring them tea anyways because you are culturally obligated too. Just saying, this is a thing sometimes and women should be aware of it. I don't think I particular like that this is a part of certain cultures because it trains people to think no means yes. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 12/08/20 11:24 PM |
| 9 | How to react to abusive behaviourI'm listening to this book now!!! | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 12/08/20 11:10 PM |
| 1 | 10 years down the road after you marry that LVM. Man couldn't even put up shelving. Or even a switch plate cover!Exactly. And pick up the phone to call them lol. I guess I'm not much of a handyman myself so I can't hold it against anyone else. 😂 But it would be a plus if they were. My goal is to be able to put together some basic furniture. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 11/08/20 12:54 PM |
| 9 | 10 years down the road after you marry that LVM. Man couldn't even put up shelving. Or even a switch plate cover!Lol this why one of my requirements that he be "handy" as I like to call it | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 10/08/20 06:16 PM |
| 3 | Why is Gone Girl on the FDS approved film list?Thats what I was thinking. That he went back to him. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 10/08/20 05:40 PM |
| 12 | Classic LVM opening lines...and another reminder that a preliminary pre-date meetup is not an actual date so don't even second guess entertaining that nonsense! If he was potentially a HVM, he knows it's 1000% more risky for us to meet up with them and doesn't require an initial screening interviewThis is hilarious | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 10/08/20 02:59 PM |
| 6 | Disney movies we grew up withI was thinking about how one of Princess Jasmine's lines in Alladin was "I am not a prize to be won!" I guess she wasn't a protagonist in the film though so I am not sure what to make of her. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 10/08/20 03:11 AM |
| 35 | Disney movies we grew up withAm I wrong to suggest that Mulan is FDS appropriate? Mulan kicked ass and didn't let anyone dictate her future. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 10/08/20 03:09 AM |
| 1 | In the past, men took responsibility and settled down earlier. What made them change?How dare you expect flowers LOL. Seriously FDS would change society if more women shape up and start following it. On the flip side is men who give flowers and then expect something in return. It's not even about the flowers. | /r/askFDS | 09/08/20 11:39 PM |
| 3 | In the past, men took responsibility and settled down earlier. What made them change?You know what sucks about this too is that men feel like they are giving something up by settling down. WTF. Honestly women should just stop giving sex too quickly. I hate saying that (being raised in the sex positive culture that I was) but I think it would force more men to invest and actually treat women better by proving themselves and building an actual relationship. Hookups are gross as hell anyways. | /r/askFDS | 09/08/20 11:24 PM |
| 3 | How has your life changed since discovering FDSExactly. I was so blind! | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 09/08/20 02:53 PM |
| 8 | How has your life changed since discovering FDSBefore FDS, I would have thought the women and the ideology here was sort of stuck up because of brainwashing by society. But now I see it as the ONLY and best way to be/live. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 09/08/20 12:15 PM |
| 18 | Can we get a thread of body-shaming things LVM have said to us?It's unfortunate that some parents do that. Like says who that's enough icecream and why does it matter in this moment?🍦 | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 08/08/20 09:39 PM |
| 30 | Can we get a thread of body-shaming things LVM have said to us?"If you lost 7 pounds you would be at your ideal weight" "You'll get fat if you go buy stuff at (name of bakery)" These were said to me as a teenager by male family members in their LVM moments. It doesn't have to be your boyfriend who makes you feel bad! I'm old enough to recognize these comments for what they were now, but they definitely hurt then. As a rule, the second I hear a body shaming comment by ANYONE I just ignore it. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 08/08/20 07:47 PM |
| 11 | Saw LVM blatantly checking out another woman. I was on a call at the time, but if I wasn’t on the phone - should I have called him out?This story is so cringey. WHY. When stuff like this happens to me I just pretend I don't notice. But I want to start carrying a basic whistle round so I can blow it as a distraction for the guy when it happens to other women lol. If I called the guy out verbally, I most likely would not be taken seriously, especially by a guy like that. However, I would consider saving that woman a few seconds of freedom from that guy's eyes on her though by making a loud obnoxious noise such as with a whistle t… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 07/08/20 11:03 PM |
| 14 | How to reject a guy?Guys seem to freak out when you ignore them. I think there are three reactions: confused, mad, sad, or a combination of those thee. Especially if you were friendly/showing interest before. Still, to make yourself clear you have to ignore them and you have to stick to it and not slip up. As I have learned from FDS, no contact really is the way. Men and women 100% communicate differently. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 07/08/20 06:03 PM |
| 8 | Before and after FDS"But I I really like/love him" just shouldn't cut it | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 06/08/20 12:33 AM |
| 1 | Before and after FDSI hope the value of what they are getting is greater than the basic social validation people feel like they get from simply not being single | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 06/08/20 12:31 AM |
| 10 | Before and after FDSSelf mutilation/self destruction is the perfect word for it! It makes my blood boil too when I see women do this | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 06/08/20 12:30 AM |
| 6 | Creating your power as an introverted, shy womanUnfortunately, some people mistake our preference for solitude and often more quiet personalities for weakness | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/08/20 02:47 PM |
| 5 | Creating your power as an introverted, shy womanWhy the lack of hope? We should be able to deal with these types of men in the workplace. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/08/20 10:43 AM |
| 12 | Teach your your younger siblings to become HVI agree. Mother's have an enormous role to play in displicining and setting boundaries and rules. Mom's should not simply give in and wait for respect to come. Even children with the most angelic and sweet natures will become trained to disrespect their mothers. Moms can be sweet and loving while still teaching their children to be high value. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/08/20 08:36 AM |
| 17 | Milk them for what they gotThe instance you recall of the children treating their mother poorly is likely an example of what is called parental alienation with the father essentially influencing the children to take sides with him and take part in disrespecting their mother. It is among the most disgusting of behaviors out there. And it happens more often than you think. Instances vary with the level of intensity of disrespect. I have heard in one instance that a father villainized the mother so much to the point where th… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/08/20 08:29 AM |
| 6 | Creating your power as an introverted, shy womanI would like to add that some men simply will never respect women and that won't change. Stating the obvious I'm sure. But I think sometimes they will use our discomfort of their treatment of us as a way to trick us and try to get us to play their game/earn their respect/seek validation from them. The best thing I have found is just to disengage completely. Don't even acknowledge them. But I'd really like to hear what others have to say on how to deal with more flagrant and loud instances of dis… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/08/20 08:13 AM |
| 20 | Creating your power as an introverted, shy womanI struggle with this too. While introverted, I have been told I have a pleasant personality and that I am pleasant to work with. Some people automaticallly assume I am a doormat because of that and are surprised when I say no to anything. If I am being honest, I enjoy being the way I am. I do value kindness, and I find it easier to "solve problems" without aggressive confrontation/pettiness that others seem to exhibit when dealing with an issue. The cold front has never been my thing either. I a… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 04/08/20 07:38 AM |
| 3 | American dating style?It is alarmingly true that some men enjoy being chased. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 09:38 PM |
| 1 | American dating style?College occupies such a small portion of your life though. It wasn't that fun and the social scene changes when you leave. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 09:34 PM |
| 4 | American dating style?Thank you. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 04:39 PM |
| 6 | American dating style?what do you mean by certain demographic? | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 03:49 PM |
| 10 | American dating style?I agree with most of what you've said here. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 03:11 PM |
| 5 | American dating style?exactly. this is the way i like to live too | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 02:08 PM |
| 2 | American dating style?this is interesting. sounds like a fun game. i don't do OLD but I would do this just for fun | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 01:47 PM |
| 16 | American dating style?This is the positive part I see about it too. But I would also struggle to stop feeling like I am just wasting my time with all of them. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 01:45 PM |
| 5 | American dating style?I see that it works for online dating. It's safe. In real life, dating multiple people at once might make me worry about retaliation/jealousy from a LVM. I have a genuine fear of physical aggression, even in the open. Not sure how I should square with this. Also, to be fair, not every woman has a long line of suitors waiting to take her out friday/saturday night. **edit: I think the easiest way to let a gut know "he's not your only hope" is simply to walk away/block/delete. Why do we need to be … | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 12:07 PM |
| 25 | American dating style?I agree it's hard when it feels like a waste of time and 99 percent of the men just want to sleep with you. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 11:08 AM |
| 5 | Does a high value woman ever date someone she meets through her work? Put another way, does a woman lower herself by accepting a date from a coworker?I've heard it before lol | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 01:18 AM |
| 15 | Once again, men freely telling the Internet how broke they are!this is so embaressing for her and makes me cringe | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 03/08/20 12:23 AM |
| 1 | FDS Playlist Pt.2how did this post not get more upvotes? the playlist is bomb. we need more | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 10:43 PM |
| 4 | Biggest Pickmeishas in TV historyIn the movie, Silver Linings Playbook, the character Tiffany played by Jennifer Lawrence was a pickme for sure. I used to love this movie. Saw it at least 5 times. I used to think it was such a cute story, but thinking about it now, Tiffany could have done so much better then try to get picked by a psychotic teacher (fired from his job) who convinced her to help him in his obsession of getting back with his ex-wife (who had a restraining order against him). | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 10:16 PM |
| 5 | Do you apply the FDS mindset to friendships?Not 100%. Definitely not the dating strategies. I feel they just don't apply well to woman to woman friendships. I've been trying to introduce friends to FDS to help them get control over their life. But generally, people have to come to realizations on their own. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 10:08 PM |
| 3 | Men on dating apps increasingly unattractive?Agreed! I was there too. All I wanted at one time was to have someone love me (pick me?). It's cheezy yes, but I needed to learn how to love myself first. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 10:02 PM |
| 4 | Deleted all OLDRight here with you. Earlier in quarantine, I gave OLD a chance because I felt it was the only option. What a waste of time. Good riddance. Way better to be single than to spend a second more of my time on OLD. Let the men pursue in real life at a future time when dating is feasible again. I'll wait an eternity if I have to. For now, me myself and I is enough. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 08:43 PM |
| 31 | Men on dating apps increasingly unattractive?I was in the same position as you once. Don't worry it will come to an end. Trust me once you leave you won't even feel bad because the truth is that the college experience absolutely doesn't matter. People don't even keep in touch. Don't let the absence of the so-called extravagance of the college experience for a limited four year period determine your day to day emotions. You have your whole life ahead of you. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 12:10 AM |
| 47 | Men on dating apps increasingly unattractive?One reason I deleted OLD is because I felt like everyone was unattractive too.. Dating is supposed to pleasant and OLD makes the process very unpleasant for me. (aside from the bad pictures) | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 02/08/20 12:00 AM |
| 14 | Let’s discuss the difference between a slow moving relationship and one where he’s just not that into you ?Maybe I'm being generous here, but if it moves more slowly than six months, then I would feel that the man is not interested. It probably also depends on the context. Is there any specific reason that is not in his control that the relationship is not moving more quickly? Such as the illness/loss of an immediate family member? I'm new to FDS. My feelings are that some guys (LVM & NVM?) will move slow to see how you react (e.g. to see whether you have better things to do than wait on him to offer… | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 01/08/20 11:44 PM |
| 6 | Weekly FDS Chat, Check-In, Quick Questions Answered July 23 2020Spotify Playlist is great! | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/07/20 02:36 AM |
| 12 | What subs should we stay away from?This post is so timely because I literally just unfollowed everything I was following and now just follow FDS and related subs like Ask FDS and Leveling Up and one other health related sub. I did this because I felt like I needed to detoxify my mind from the rest of reddit that gives terrible advice lol. | /r/FemaleDatingStrategy | 26/07/20 02:32 AM |
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