* I generally write using the pronouns he/him when referring to narcissists, but females are just as likely to be narcissists or exhibit narcissistic traits. So please don't think just because article uses the word him or he that it could not be a woman in that same role.
37 Lies We Were Taught About Men Since our Childhood.
1. Ugly men will treat you better because they’ll be so grateful to have female attention
2. Older men are more mature and better in bed
3. If you’re really a bad bitch then men won’t treat you badly. If you’re attracting bums it’s your fault
4. You should always pay your own way on dates because he’ll be impressed you’re an independent woman who don’t need no man and it’s the only way to establish an equal relationship and gain a man’s respect.
5.Bringing up the fact that you’re looking for a committed relationship early will scare him away so it’s better to play it cool
6. A man should be able to expect sex after the third date
7.Women of his own race are too demanding and feminist and masculine and that’s why he has to date outside of his race
8. It doesn’t matter when you have sex with a man, if he likes you he’ll treat you the same
9. Losing your virginity is a magical experience that will change your life forever
10. Men like variety so it’s okay if he has a wandering eye or flirts with other women, it doesn’t mean he doesn’t respect you
11. Slutty girls never get good guys. Only perfect women get good men.
12. If you don’t have sex right away with a HVM you’ll lose him because what you won’t do another girl will
13. Attractive men are all cads and womanizers so it’s better to focus on nerdy shy guys
14. Women are naturally monogamous, only men need variety
15. No man is perfect, you have to work hard to help him reach his potential
16. Don’t take it personally if a man doesn’t want to add you to his social media, some guys just like privacy
17. A lot of good men are “intimidated” by a successful woman so you should always make sure to downplay your accomplishments
18. Focusing on your education over your relationship is stupid because your degrees won’t keep you warm at night
19. Most guys know their girlfriend has a sexual past so it’s okay to discuss it with him in a relationship
20. Having sex without a condom is more intimate and means he trusts you
21. Telling a guy about your sexual trauma will bring you closer together
22. It’s normal not to orgasm during sex
23. You can learn to love a guy you’re not attracted to
24. You have to give guys a chance
25. You don’t need titles because What’s understood doesn’t have to be explained
26. You have to be patient and supportive with a man who says “let’s see where this goes” because he probably had his heart broken in the past and needs you to be understanding.
27. Men are most loyal to the woman who loves him for who he is even when he’s struggling
28. If a man has a wandering eye it’s because you’re not taking care of things at home
29. Men need porn because they’re more visual and sexual than women.
30. Porn is harmless and doesn’t effect how a man feels about you or your relationship or his sexual performance
31. If you want to keep a man you have to show him you’re a ride or die woman
32. The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach
33. Size doesn’t matter
34. If you’re dating more than one guy at a time you’ll get a “reputation” so you have to focus on one
35. Men in professional high paying careers are more mature/less fuckbois
36. Virginity is something special that should be saved for your husband
37. If a man tries hard to get back together after a breakup it’s because he’s changed and you were truly were meant to be
If You Need A Crisis Hotline Or Want To Learn More About Therapy, Please See Below:
- RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) – 1-800-656-4673
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-8255
- National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-7233
- NAMI Helpline (National Alliance on Mental Illness) – 1-800-950-6264
For More Information On Mental Health, Please See:
- SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) SAMHSA Facebook, SAMHSA Twitter, SAMHSA LinkedIn, SAMHSA Youtube
- Mental Health America, MHA Twitter, MHA Facebook, MHA Instagram, MHA Pinterest, MHA Youtube
- WebMD, WebMD Facebook, WebMD Twitter, WebMD Instagram, WebMD Pinterest
- NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health), NIMH Instagram, NIMH Facebook, NIMH Twitter, NIMH YouTube
- APA (American Psychiatric Association), APA Twitter, APA Facebook, APA LinkedIN, APA Instagram