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So, I connected with a girl online, and we chatted for a couple of days. Later, she gave me her number herself, so I thought things were going well.

But when I asked to meet, she kept delaying it. Slowly, she stopped replying properly- most of her answers were just one word, and she never tried to start a conversation on her own. It started feeling more like an interview than an actual conversation- no fun, no effort, nothing

Eventually, I stopped texting her, and since then, she has never texted me back

Girls of Reddit- honest question:

How do you actually feel about being approached by a guy in public places like streets, malls, bookstores, cafés, shopping areas, etc.?

Do you find it flattering if done respectfully, or is it usually uncomfortable and annoying?

If someone you didn’t know wanted to start a conversation, what would make it feel normal instead of creepy? Is it more about timing, body language, confidence, or just whether you find them attractive?

Also, are there certain places where approaching is an absolute no, and others where it feels more acceptable?

Genuinely curious because a lot of guys completely different advice on this, and I’d rather understand the female perspective than rely on random “dating guru” nonsense.

I 22m started to loose my hair from my left temple area, so I was thinking if keeping long hairs going to hide it or make it worse? Anyone tried this before and how did it worked?

I just completed my graduation and took a 1-year drop to prepare for MBA entrances. Around the same time, my relationship also ended, and honestly, its been hitting me harder than I expected.

College ending already felt like a huge change but losing that person too made everything feel strangely empty. Before, there was always someone to talk to, share random things with, someone who motivated me, encouraged me, and just made life feel a little less heavy. Now it feels like I’m dealing with everything alone.

I stay at home most of the time because of studies, and have never really been the type to go out a lot or casually meet new people. Dating apps don’t feel right either- they seem way too focused on looks, and I’ve never connected with that whole setup.

What makes it worse is seeing people around me posting happy stories with their partners, and it makes me wonder if I’ll have that again. I know I should focus on myself right now, and I am trying, but loneliness hits hard, especially at night.

Honestly, I feel like I really need someone in my life rn. Not just for the sake of being in a relationship, but someone genuine- someone who cares, stays, and makes life feel a little less lonely. I miss having that kind of connection, and sometimes it feels like I’m stuck between trying to move on and still wanting that emotional support again.

Has anyone else gone through something like this after college? How did you deal with the loneliness without forcing yourself into the wrong relationships?

I just completed my graduation and took a 1-year drop to prepare for MBA entrances. Around the same time, my relationship also ended, and honestly, its been hitting me harder than I expected.

College ending already felt like a huge change but losing that person too made everything feel strangely empty. Before, there was always someone to talk to, share random things with, someone who motivated me, encouraged me, and just made life feel a little less heavy. Now it feels like I’m dealing with everything alone.

I stay at home most of the time because of studies, and have never really been the type to go out a lot or casually meet new people. Dating apps don’t feel right either- they seem way too focused on looks, and I’ve never connected with that whole setup.

What makes it worse is seeing people around me posting happy stories with their partners, and it makes me wonder if I’ll have that again. I know I should focus on myself right now, and I am trying, but loneliness hits hard, especially at night.

Honestly, I feel like I really need someone in my life rn. Not just for the sake of being in a relationship, but someone genuine- someone who cares, stays, and makes life feel a little less lonely. I miss having that kind of connection, and sometimes it feels like I’m stuck between trying to move on and still wanting that emotional support again.

Has anyone else gone through something like this after college? How did you deal with the loneliness without forcing yourself into the wrong relationships?