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There are two types of nice guys — those who get the term from others for being decent human beings and those who attribute it to themselves. Sadly, some self-proclaimed "nice guys", who are actually manchildren or douches, mistake being spineless and pathetic for being nice and they are all over the place.

They might tone down their virtue signaling in real life over the fear of being called out and having to actually deal with a person but show all their true colors online, where the cable provides them with distance and security. Mainly, they go after women on every imaginable platform. However, rejections shake their vulnerable ego and in order to save it from shattering, nice guys attack.

The appropriately-titled subreddit r/NiceGuys collects sightings of these repulsive creatures in order to prepare everyone should they face one of them in the wild. The ridiculous posts paint a pretty vivid picture of what might be waiting for you just a click away, so continue scrolling and check them out. By the end of this article, you'll definitely know how to spot — and avoid — a nice guy.

These nice guys, the often physically unattractive men who overcompensate for their physical and social shortcomings with clingy and over-the-top behavior to women, are relentlessly mocked online.

Dr. Robert Glover, who's studied the issue, agreed that these men are often trying to form "covert contracts" with the target of their affections.

Psychologist Dr Jesse Marczyk told The Independent: "The men who tend to get stuck in the friend-zone might not be attractive enough on their own (physically, socially, or otherwise), and so try to compensate for their shortcomings by investing in women more than their peers. In other words, they might use kindness to try and make up for what they lack elsewhere."

Their logic dictates that if you meet someone's needs without them having to ask, they should meet yours. So if a man is nice to a woman, she should repay him by becoming his girlfriend, because that's only fair.

"Others typically do not realize these contracts exist and are often surprised when the nice guy lashes out at their failure to keep their end of the deal."

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Thought It Belonged Here

Thought It Belonged Here

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Lauren Caswell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reinstate said law please! (But not nose biting, maybe a swift kick to the twig and berries?)

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#4

It's Not The Piece Of Plastic

It's Not The Piece Of Plastic

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varwenea
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If the piece of plastic is better than the guy, he is definitely the problem.

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When Will They Realise

When Will They Realise

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Saico Hipe
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, about that... I am a guy who's been friends mostly with women throughout my life. Not because I expected them to have sex with me, but because I genuinely valued their friendship. Lo and behold, more than a couple of them ended up having sex with me. Even if that didn't continue, we remained friends. In one case it DID continue, and we've now been together almost 5 years. ❤️

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Nice Guy Thinks He’s Better Than Guacamole

Nice Guy Thinks He’s Better Than Guacamole

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Ripley
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dude honestly thinks that she's putting in a booty call with him after he called her a "f*****g bitch". Talk about being massively deluded.

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At Least Some Justice Was Served

At Least Some Justice Was Served

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A Self Aware Former Nice Guy

A Self Aware Former Nice Guy

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like this one, he made me laugh. I hope he’s found his happiness now he has some self awareness.

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#9

Nice Guy Tries To Insult A Woman And Accidentally Compliments Her Instead

Nice Guy Tries To Insult A Woman And Accidentally Compliments Her Instead

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Guess We Can Add Moby To The List Of Nice Guys As Well

Guess We Can Add Moby To The List Of Nice Guys As Well

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This One Is So Unbelievable It Sounds Fake... But At The Same Time, I Don’t Doubt It At All

This One Is So Unbelievable It Sounds Fake... But At The Same Time, I Don’t Doubt It At All

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Lord Mysticlaw
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm much smarter than you -- yeah dude, that's a good pickup line. Very seductive.

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Not Mine But Shared With Permission. Note How The Apology Only Comes When He Realizes He's Been Blasted

Not Mine But Shared With Permission. Note How The Apology Only Comes When He Realizes He's Been Blasted

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes that person was not nice, but posting a private convo online to your own Facebook page where people will recognize them, also isnt a very nice thing to do imo.

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When Your Self-Awareness Tank Is Empty

When Your Self-Awareness Tank Is Empty

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Saico Hipe
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A lack of self awareness on this level definitely explains how there are still so many Trump supporters

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#14

Let There Be... Nice Guys

Let There Be... Nice Guys

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Vorknkx
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So "nice guys" are kinda like pets - they perform tricks and expect treats as a reward :D

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“Decent Guy” Only Wants One Thing From His Date

“Decent Guy” Only Wants One Thing From His Date

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Deborah B
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

On the plus side, at least he self-id'd as an asshole before she got any deeper in the relationship.

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I (19f) Broke Up With My Boyfriend (25m) Of 2 Months Only To Find Out He Was A “Nice Guy.” Bullet Dodged. The Last Bit Of Our Text Conversation And A Post He Made On Instagram A Couple Days Later

I (19f) Broke Up With My Boyfriend (25m) Of 2 Months Only To Find Out He Was A “Nice Guy.” Bullet Dodged. The Last Bit Of Our Text Conversation And A Post He Made On Instagram A Couple Days Later

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Kateryna
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Calling her family? What the actual f? What's wrong with him? I hope she is alright.

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#17

This Screenshot From The Social Network Is Just Beautiful

This Screenshot From The Social Network Is Just Beautiful

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Why Don't Women Have Sex Wiv Me?

Why Don't Women Have Sex Wiv Me?

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Feed Up With The Whining

Feed Up With The Whining

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Every time with these incel-types. Like, do you have any idea how much of a turn off it is to hear someone whining about how they're unfuckable? Ever heard the phrase, 'self-fulfilling prophecy?'

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#21

If A Nice Guy Was A 911 Operator

If A Nice Guy Was A 911 Operator

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Some Honest Reflection On The Nice Guy Mentality

Some Honest Reflection On The Nice Guy Mentality

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#24

Charming Alpha Male Asks Me To Break Up With My Girlfriend For Him

Charming Alpha Male Asks Me To Break Up With My Girlfriend For Him

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It's A Bold Strategy, Cotton, Let's See If It Pays Off For Him

It's A Bold Strategy, Cotton, Let's See If It Pays Off For Him

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Looking Out For A Bro

Looking Out For A Bro

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A Facebook Friend Had Her BF Pass Away Recently, And She Shared This Experience From A "Nice Guy"

A Facebook Friend Had Her BF Pass Away Recently, And She Shared This Experience From A "Nice Guy"

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Lauren Caswell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is sickening. Oooh her defences are down she just lost her boyfriend, I'm gna creep on over to try and meet my own needs because I can. Oh hell there is a lot of shuddery stuff on this thread

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#31

Here’s A Fun A Guy Who Also Texted My Boyfriend About The Matter (4) I Made This Account Just To Post This

Here’s A Fun A Guy Who Also Texted My Boyfriend About The Matter (4) I Made This Account Just To Post This

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This Guy Commented On A Post About My History Of Sexual Abuse

This Guy Commented On A Post About My History Of Sexual Abuse

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Conrad Strucker
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

jesus christ dude there's a time and a place, and it's NEVER and NOWHERE

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Niceguys(™)

Niceguys(™)

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Watches too many movies this gguy. Here's a tip, that never works unless you were already at a stage where you're basically dating without the label.

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#34

This "Nice Guy" Claimed He'd Never Pmed A Girl This Way Before & That He Meant No Offence But His Attitude Changed Dramatically After I Forwarded A Screenshot To His Wife...

This "Nice Guy" Claimed He'd Never Pmed A Girl This Way Before & That He Meant No Offence But His Attitude Changed Dramatically After I Forwarded A Screenshot To His Wife...

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My Former Friend's Decent Into Madness

My Former Friend's Decent Into Madness

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope she shows these messages to the new manager. He’s a creep and probably a rapist

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#36

I'm Just A Gooood Guuuuy, I Need No Sympathy

I'm Just A Gooood Guuuuy, I Need No Sympathy

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wow yeah you showed her, huh? You showed her what a real good guy is. I bet she's regretting it now, yup. So regretting it .... (rolls eyes)

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And Hes Still Waiting For His Apology

And Hes Still Waiting For His Apology

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Kateryna
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I really hope this guy gets fired. This is inappropriate, ESPECIALLY to coworkers.

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Nice Guys And Creepy Asterisk Crossover Courtesy Of My Boyfriend

Nice Guys And Creepy Asterisk Crossover Courtesy Of My Boyfriend

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was given the hateful look by rejecting guys hitting on me just because they were tan and, you know I "am white" (whatever that even means). No need to explain myself or justify the rejection in the first place, but they didn't even bother finding out about my marital status....

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#39

An Old Platonic Friend Randomly Sent Me A Video Of His Dingaling Because He Was Trying To Be Nice... I Think?

An Old Platonic Friend Randomly Sent Me A Video Of His Dingaling Because He Was Trying To Be Nice... I Think?

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My Stalker Called Himself A "Nice Guy" Today...

My Stalker Called Himself A "Nice Guy" Today...

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(Satire) Nice Guys Never Win At Bars

(Satire) Nice Guys Never Win At Bars

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh I'll just keep asking her for her number until she's uncomfortable, then she'll give it to me, that'll definitely work because I'm such a nice guy.

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#43

This Tweet Was Written In Jest But It Clearly Illustrates The Nice Guy Mentality

This Tweet Was Written In Jest But It Clearly Illustrates The Nice Guy Mentality

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, why won't women date "a stranger, watching resentfully from afar"? Hmmm, let me think...Because you sound like a resentful creep?

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#45

Neck Ruffles And Tights...

Neck Ruffles And Tights...

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Niceguys X Creepyasterisks Crossover

Niceguys X Creepyasterisks Crossover

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Not Even Reddit Is Safe...

Not Even Reddit Is Safe...

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Women are supposed to be chosen. They aren't supposed to be selective like you are right now.". That line really made me angry. How dare he assume that the female species is just going to wait around for a knucklehead like him?

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#48

Took The Advice Of Some Of You Guys And Asked **** Not To Give Out My Number

Took The Advice Of Some Of You Guys And Asked **** Not To Give Out My Number

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This “Good” Guy Stole My Number From His Cousin And Then Insisted He Was Better For Me Than My Long Term Boyfriend

This “Good” Guy Stole My Number From His Cousin And Then Insisted He Was Better For Me Than My Long Term Boyfriend

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Cyanide And Happiness Do Casper The Friend-Zoned Ghost

Cyanide And Happiness Do Casper The Friend-Zoned Ghost

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I Actually Got Him Kicked Out Of My Class For Reporting This But Enjoy

I Actually Got Him Kicked Out Of My Class For Reporting This But Enjoy

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#52

Listed iPhone For Sale On Facebook; Get Told Women Shouldn’t Fear Rape

Listed iPhone For Sale On Facebook; Get Told Women Shouldn’t Fear Rape

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I’m Nice In Person!!

I’m Nice In Person!!

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Niceguys Value Their Privacy. Theirs

Niceguys Value Their Privacy. Theirs

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Update: On Economics Guy (Once A Nice Guy, Always A Nice Guy)

Update: On Economics Guy (Once A Nice Guy, Always A Nice Guy)

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I'd Treat Elastigirl Better Than Mr. Incredible

I'd Treat Elastigirl Better Than Mr. Incredible

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One Of My "Friends" "Confessed" His "Feelings" For Me. I'm All The Sudden The Reason For Toxic Men For Rejecting Him. P.s Sorry For My Font

One Of My "Friends" "Confessed" His "Feelings" For Me. I'm All The Sudden The Reason For Toxic Men For Rejecting Him. P.s Sorry For My Font

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A Message My Friend Received

A Message My Friend Received

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one escalated quicker than the other ones. She politely declined, and he went on a tirade. He can only blame himself as he created his own misery.

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#62

I Joined A Group About A Video Game, Said My Rank And Main, And Literally Nothing Else

I Joined A Group About A Video Game, Said My Rank And Main, And Literally Nothing Else

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I Was Lurking Here For A Long Time, But Couldn't Resist Posting This Since I Stumbled Upon This Gem Of A Dude

I Was Lurking Here For A Long Time, But Couldn't Resist Posting This Since I Stumbled Upon This Gem Of A Dude

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#64

Brb, Gonna Go Leave My Husband For The Nice Guy I Just Met Playing Yahtzee

Brb, Gonna Go Leave My Husband For The Nice Guy I Just Met Playing Yahtzee

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This Was His Second Message...

This Was His Second Message...

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well...yeah. coz needing to say ur "nice" or a "nice guy" is about as reassuring as saying "come help me find my lost puppy in this dark alleyway after you've had this drink that I've already opened, and now get into the windowless van. M'lady"

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Who Ya Callin Pinhead

Who Ya Callin Pinhead

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This would depend on context to me. If I wore something and my hubby jokingly pointed out that I looked like a cartoon etc then I wouldn’t be offended and certainly wouldn’t consider dumping him. I have told my hubby he looks like a hobo before and it wasn’t to be nasty or anything.

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Asks My Roommate For Help With A Paper; Ends Up Calling Her A Whore...

Asks My Roommate For Help With A Paper; Ends Up Calling Her A Whore...

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ironically, saying "I'm not desperate" usually turns out to be a definitive symptom of being desperate. A lot.

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I Feel Like This Fits A Lot Of The Posts Here

I Feel Like This Fits A Lot Of The Posts Here

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you're not 'conventionally attractive' (which is frankly arbitrary and constantly shifting), you have a few options: 1.) Be GENUINELY kind and friendly without expectation, 2.) be a good listener/conversationalist, 3.) learn to cook, play an instrument, or something else interesting/entertaining, 4.) have a good sense of humor and quick wit, 5.) learn to have sex well (which mostly seems to come down to communicating and focusing as much or more on your partner's pleasure/needs), 6.) accept affection from women who are attracted to men without conventional looks. Note that the others are NOT a substitute for #1. Bonus point for combining all of them. I guarantee you most women care more about all that other stuff than the size of your d**k or the strength of your jawline, or height. Certainly the ones worth your time, anyway ;)

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#69

The Girl I'm Seeing Sent Me This

The Girl I'm Seeing Sent Me This

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"Why Won't She Look At My Dick?"

"Why Won't She Look At My Dick?"

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really? You wanna know what's stupid? It's women without "s"

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