Dating is a tricky endeavor. For every sage piece of wisdom, there’s a trove of tragically misguided advice. If you’re tired of striking out and wondering where you’re going wrong, it might be time to reevaluate the tips you’ve been following. Here’s a compilation of the absolute worst dating advice ever for men. Please, for the sake of your love life, avoid these at all costs.
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1. “Just be yourself. Really, really yourself.”
On the surface, this sounds like decent advice. But beware of the pitfall of oversharing. “Being yourself” doesn’t mean divulging your entire life story in the first ten minutes. Keep your extensive Beanie Baby collection and your detailed account of that time you got food poisoning in Tijuana for later dates. Much later.
2. “Neg her. Women love that.”
Ah, the classic “negging” technique. Because nothing says “I’m interested” quite like subtly insulting someone. In reality, this just makes you come off as an insecure jerk. No woman is going to fall head over heels for a guy who starts a conversation with, “You’re almost as pretty as your friend.” Trust me.
3. “Play hard to get. Like, really hard to get.”
Playing hard to get can spark some interest, but if you take it too far, you just come across as disinterested or, worse, non-existent. If you wait three weeks to text back, she’ll have already moved on. There’s a fine line between mysterious and ghosted.
4. “Wear lots of cologne. More is more.”
Cologne should be a subtle accent, not a weapon of mass asphyxiation. A couple of spritzes are sufficient. You want to smell good, not like you took a bath in eau de toilette. Overpowering her senses with an olfactory assault will not win you any points.
5. “Talk about your ex. A lot.”
Nothing sets the mood like a long, detailed monologue about your previous relationships. If you want to make sure there’s no second date, go ahead and give a play-by-play of your last breakup. Bonus points if you tear up a bit while reminiscing.
6. “Brag. It’s not showing off if it’s true.”
Confidence is attractive; arrogance is not. There’s a big difference between mentioning your recent promotion and monologuing about how you’re the best at everything. Modesty is key. Remember, if you have to keep saying you’re amazing, people might start doubting it.
7. “Bring her to a family gathering on the first date.”
Nothing says “casual first date” like meeting the entire family. Watching you get grilled by Uncle Bob about your career prospects while Aunt Marge keeps trying to feed her mystery casserole to your date is not the romantic ambiance you’re aiming for.
8. “Mention marriage and kids early to show you’re serious.”
Discussing long-term plans on the first date is a surefire way to send her running for the hills. While it’s good to know what you want, there’s no need to outline your entire five-year plan over appetizers. Save the talk of wedding bells and baby names for when you’ve at least figured out each other’s middle names.
9. “Order for her to show dominance.”
Nothing screams “control freak” like deciding what someone else should eat. This move is less “alpha” and more “outdated patriarchal nonsense.” Let her order what she wants. It’s 2024, not 1954.
10. “Be aloof and mysterious. Women love a bad boy.”
Sure, some people are attracted to the strong, silent type. But there’s a difference between being intriguingly enigmatic and plain old uncommunicative. If you spend the entire date responding with one-word answers and brooding into your drink, she’s going to think you’re either uninterested or incapable of holding a conversation.
11. “Show up late to make her appreciate you more.”
Being fashionably late is one thing, but making her wait an hour? Not cool. Punctuality shows respect for her time. Arriving late without a good reason suggests you think your time is more valuable, and that’s not the best first impression.
12. “Take her to a horror movie. Fear equals attraction.”
While a little adrenaline can heighten emotions, dragging her to a gory slasher film might not be the best idea. If she spends the whole time hiding behind her popcorn, you’ve miscalculated. Go for something neutral unless you know she’s a horror buff.
In conclusion, if you’re looking to improve your dating game, steer clear of these disastrous pieces of advice. Instead, aim for honesty, respect, and a little bit of charm. And remember, the best way to win someone over is to show genuine interest in who they are — not by following outdated or misguided strategies. Happy dating!
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