CMV: Unless a guy asks you out directly, he doesn't like you that much

Contrary to what women think, guys are human. We are "hunters," but we are just as shy, uncertain, and self-conscious as women. Probably more so, because most guys get 0 attention.

I still hate myself for how many relationships I missed as a teenager. I've had women literally announce in front of class that they liked me. But I honestly believed I was unlovable, and I didn't know how to escalate. I didn't love myself so I couldn't let someone else love me. Man ... I missed out on so. many. relationships. Ugh.

My point being: not every guy is super assertive. We are not a monolith, as the women here like to say. A guy can love you dearly but be unable to show it. I think women should be especially conscious of this in today's age, when the youth are taught consent is important and approaching can make you a would-be rapist. So a lot of young guys are less hunter-y.

This is why guys are always stressing how much they want women to approach and take the lead, at least initially. It clears up a lot and makes things so much easier. Women have waay more power in this area.

So yeah, I disagree.

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