Hi all, Have been reading this sub for some time but have never really contributed my thought. I was thinking about this myself and have struggled with it myself, so wanted to add my thoughts to help anyone else out as well as I feel it hasn't been covered that much on this sub. Take of it what you want.

First thing's first, your route to happiness can NOT be from a female. Your happiness can't be determined by a girl's opinion of you or how a girl makes you feel. This is a trap that will have you emotionally controlled. If you are ever feeling down and think "if I had a girl I'd be happy, if (girl) said this I'd be happy, you must end this thought process immediately. You must focus on yourself first and women secondary, they are not as important and to have what they think about you affect your emotions is completely irrational.

Next is the topic of validation. You do NOT need it. You do NOT need to be validated by women. Make sure you never feel a seeking for reassurence from women, it is not important. What is more important is seeing whether you like the woman. Looking for validation and reassurence is a trap, gives away all your leverage and emotional control. You do not need to be validated, validate yourself at all times. You do not need validation to feel good.