So some context first. Australian, male, 24 soon. I struggle with dating. I've been on a single date this year with a repeat customer at the place I work at (mistake learnt. Don't date customers). I've read over loads of advice however I haven't acted on much of it. In my head, the whole 'join a community' thing could work but I don't think so based on the following. I'm far better one on one than in groups. I'm getting the attention I want (again, problem I know) and it's easier to keep the conversation going and making it great. In groups, I'm the timid one. Quiet, reserved and no one pays attention to me (I'm basing this on my observations, which I'm totally aware are limites). Being timid has also stopped me from asking out women in the past (not entirely, I was adventurous about a month ago with one woman (asking her if I could give her my number), but she had a boyfriend already). Dating apps could work, however I've had

So, I'm closing in on 40 REALLLLL FAST. I'm a completely normal dude, a bit below average on the looks department (5'7'' bald, a bit overweight, just being honest) which is fine, we all have our struggles dating and I'm working on the one thing I can control which is my weight. That being said, is it unrealistic to want a woman to have similar interests as I? I'm black, I think it matters in this context, and I really love anime, manga, metal music, philosophy. I find very few women in my age bracket really like those things or wanna chill and enjoy those sorts of entertainment. It's just kinda weird enjoying someone else's sources of entertainment but not really being able to connect with my own. IS this unrealistic? Should I just get over it? Anyone with experience with it? Submitted August 12, 2023 at 12:08AM So, I'm closing in on 40 REALLLLL FAST. I'm a completely normal dude, a bit below average on the looks department (5'7

I’ve been told I look good and handsome by classmates and coworkers alike (Interns and bosses too) and I’ve had girls in the past that were attracted to me and want to know me better. I somewhat have my shit together with a full-time job, part-time uni and a gym habit too. It’s a struggle each day to balance things. Problem is that early on they ask me about my childhood which is well fairly dark. Abuse, neglect, eating disorders and CSA. I try to be honest which eventually kills their attraction to me. Like they start viewing me as less of a romantic partner over time. Can I lie and just make things up about my childhood? I feel like the common denominator is me oversharing. Submitted August 12, 2023 at 12:13AM I’ve been told I look good and handsome by classmates and coworkers alike (Interns and bosses too) and I’ve had girls in the past that were attracted to me and want to know me better.I somewhat have my shit together with a full-time job, part-time uni and a gym habit

Question is there certain bios and pictures that respond well with women I know I'm handsome but no luck at all Submitted August 12, 2023 at 12:14AM Question is there certain bios and pictures that respond well with women I know I'm handsome but no luck at all

Alright so I’ve been working at my current job for about 6 months. When I first started I noticed this one girl that works as a cashier, and I immediately was on a mission to talk to her. It’s tougher than it sounds though because I work way in the back of the store, so I have limited opportunities. I get the idea she at least finds me attractive, she’ll go out of her way to talk by me and give me a chance to talk to her and she is ALWAYS staring at me. I managed to talk to her for a couple of minutes the other day and I had her laughing and all that. Obviously the goal would be to get her phone # or Snapchat or something (yes I’m young enough to ask for somebody’s Snapchat) but obviously I barely know her and I’d prefer to avoid any awkward situation honestly. I’ve been single for like a year after a 4 year relationship so I’m rusty as hell. Any pointers?? What’s the best thing to do?? Submitted August 12, 2023 at 12:15AM Alright so I’ve been working at my current job for about