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RomanceRe: Advice For Ladies Who Think All Relationships Must Lead To Marriage. by essentialone(m): 7:43am On Apr 24
single ladies, must every relationship be about marriage?
RomanceRe: Must Every Relationship Lead To Marriage? by essentialone(m): 7:42am On Apr 24
single ladies, must every relationship be about marriage?
Dating And Meet-up ZoneRe: Must Every Relationship Lead To Marriage? by essentialone(m): 7:41am On Apr 24
single ladies, must every relationship be about marriage?
CultureRe: Between Yorubas And Hausas-fulanis, Who Are The Dirtiest People In Nigeria? by essentialone(op): 1:34am On Apr 24
As a man, you keep wondering why your great grandfathers had control, respect, and peace in their homes while you are here negotiating basic respect like a beggar.

It is not magic. It is not luck. It is mindset. Those men did not overvalue w00men.

They understood structure. They understand order. They understand roles. They placed w00men where they belonged and they maintained it without apology.

That is why they were not constantly challenged. That is why their homes had direction. That is why their wives addressed them as " My Lord" or "Nnany"i which means our Father.

That is why even in polygamous settings, there was still peace. Because the man was the center — the prize.

Today, many of you have flipped the entire system upside down.

You pedestalize w00men. You seek validation from them. You adjust your standards just to keep them.
You fear losing them more than you fear losing yourself.

That is where the problem starts.

Bro, understand that once a w00man senses that you need her more than she needs you, the balance is gone. Respect starts dropping slowly. Boundaries get tested. Authority gets challenged.

Not because she is evil, but because you handed over your position to her, you give room for argument, debate and negotiation.

Those older men did not beg for love. They commanded respect through presence, discipline, and clarity. They kept w00men feminine by not tolerating masculine behavior. They corrected when necessary.
They led without confusion.

And most importantly, they were not emotionally dependent.

A man who is dependent cannot lead. A man who is seeking approval cannot command respect. A man who is afraid to lose a w00man will always be controlled by her.

Simple.

You want peace?
Stop overvaluing w00men.

Start building yourself. Your purpose. Your m0ney.
Your discipline.
Let a woman fit into your frame, not the other way around.

A SIMP reorganizes his life to keep a w00man.
An Alpha builds a life where a w00man must align or leave.

Earth is hard. You cannot lead anything if you cannot even lead your own emotions.

Fix yourself first.

Class dismissed.
Till I come your way again.
Keep following for more.
InvestmentRe: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by essentialone(m): 1:11am On Apr 24
InvestmentRe: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by essentialone(m): 12:52am On Apr 24
Lasaco Insurance Rights Issue is N2.00
Current Market Price is N1.98

Financial Advantage Lost: Typically, rights issues are offered at a discount to encourage participation. With the rights price at ₦2.00 and the market price at ₦1.98, there is no immediate financial incentive to exercise the rights.
Reduced Subscription Risk: The company faces a higher risk of under-subscription. If many shareholders choose not to participate, Lasaco may fail to raise its target of ₦18.47 billion unless the issue is fully underwritten.
Tradability Impact: While the rights are tradable on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) until the offer closes on May 13, 2026, their market value (Nil-paid) will likely be zero or near-zero since the underlying shares are cheaper to buy directly.
Shareholder Choice: Shareholders have three main options:
Exercise: Pay ₦2.00 per share to maintain ownership percentage, though this is currently more expensive than market rates.
Sell: Try to sell the rights on the NGX, though demand may be low given the price disparity.
Lapse: Do nothing and let the rights expire, which results in dilution of your current holding.
Strategic Context: Lasaco is raising this capital to meet new regulatory requirements and strengthen its underwriting capacity. Long-term believers in the company’s expansion may still participate to support the firm’s capital base, regardless of short-term price fluctuations.
InvestmentRe: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by essentialone(m): 12:51am On Apr 24
Guinea Insurance Rights Issue is N1.10
Current Market Price is N1.03

Financial Disadvantage: Subscribing to the rights issue at ₦1.10 would mean paying a 6.8% premium over the current market price of ₦1.03.
Investors could theoretically buy the same shares for less on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).
Risk of Undersubscription: If the market price remains below ₦1.10, shareholders have little incentive to participate.
This may force the company to rely on underwriters to take up the remaining shares to meet its ₦5.8 billion target.
Recapitalisation Pressure: Guinea Insurance is raising these funds to meet the recapitalisation deadline of July 31, 2026, mandated by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM).
A failed rights issue could jeopardize their operational license if they cannot raise the required capital elsewhere.
Significant Dilution: The issue aims to increase total shares by 67% (from 7.94 billion to 13.24 billion shares).
Existing shareholders who do not participate will see their ownership stake and future Earnings Per Share (EPS) significantly diluted.
RomanceShould a lady who is no longer a virgin, still wear white, on her wedding day? by essentialone(op):
Should a lady who is no longer a virgin, still wear white, on her wedding day?
RomanceRe: Involuntary Single Ladies In Nigeria: What’s Really Going On? by essentialone(m): 11:09pm On Apr 23
Kingsley1169:
The answer is simple::more jobless men,less marriage.

More financially empowered men,more marriages
I agree
RomanceRe: Why is s**x the only thing men ask from ladies, in return for their favour? by essentialone(op): 3:33pm On Apr 23
One of the lies that were fed to vvomen is that they have to do life in black or white. It's either she's $ingle, successful and free or married,dependent and trapped.

The system tries to keep vvomen unfulfilled and m!$erable. We are not taught how to have it all in a healthy way.

For a vvoman, something has to go.
•She's either goal driven or she's a house vvife.
•She is either feminine and a vvife or she's hardcore, masculine and $ingle.
•She is either a pick me or a feminist
•She is either a boss babe that doesn't need a man or she's br0ke.

We are not encouraged and empowered to navigate healthy intimate relationships, with a career, while being soft and beautiful, and Intune with our feminine side.

We are not taught that it's possible and at the same okay, to switch from the boss babe at work to the soft vvife and m0ther at home.

For a man, he knows that it's okay and possible to have a beautiful vvoman by his side who respects and adores him, while being successful at his job or business.

He knows it's possible to have a successful marriage, great kidz, good life, be able to travel the world and chase whatever goals he set for himself.

I respect vvomen who aspire to have it all. VVomen who live life on their own terms not by the dictates of the society.

I know some of them in real life and I look up to them. These vvomen are owners of private hospitals, schools, heads of organisations, businesses, CEOs.....and are all successfully married at the same time.

Ladies, you can be all if you calm down.
RomanceRe: Involuntary Single Ladies In Nigeria: What’s Really Going On? by essentialone(m): 10:51pm On Apr 22
drstranged:
All these stereotypic thrash you just posted here. Sounds too Ai generic and doesn't sound practical or fitting to the Nigerian or African situation. That's the problem when you rely blankly on Ai without using your brain. Your output becomes too generic and impractical
Thanks
RomanceRe: Why Are Most Nigeria Ladies Too Ashamed Or Afraid To Directly Ask A Guy For Sex? by essentialone(op): 9:02pm On Apr 22
It’s not really “shame” as much as it’s social conditioning + risk calculation. Nigeria runs on unwritten rules about how women should behave, and sex is still one of those topics with heavy baggage. Here’s why most ladies won’t just say “come let’s knack”:

*1. Social stigma & labeling*
In Nigeria, a guy who asks for sex is “confident.” A lady who does it is quickly tagged “ashawo”, “desperate”, or “cheap”. That double standard is real. Once that label sticks, it follows her to family, church, office, and even future relationships. Most women aren’t afraid of sex — they’re afraid of the social cost after.

*2. Upbringing & religion*
Many Nigerian homes/churches/mosques teach girls: “good girls don’t want sex, they endure it in marriage.” So even when she _wants_ it, her brain is fighting 20 years of “don’t be that type of girl”. The guilt kicks in before the words leave her mouth. Guys don’t get that same programming.

*3. Fear of rejection hitting different*
If a guy asks and gets “no”, he shakes it off and moves to the next. If a lady asks and gets “no”, she’s not just rejected — she feels exposed. Because society told her she wasn’t supposed to ask in the first place, the “no” confirms her worst fear: “See, I shouldn’t have said anything.” The ego bruise is heavier.

*4. Power dynamics & safety*
Sex makes you physically vulnerable. A lot of women prefer the man to initiate because it gives them plausible deniability: “he came to me”. If anything goes wrong — he acts weird after, he tells people, he records — she can say “I didn’t ask for it”. Directly asking removes that shield. In a country where revenge porn and gossip travel fast, that shield matters.

*5. They DO ask — just not in words*
Nigerian ladies _do_ initiate, but the language is coded because of points 1-4. Instead of “let’s have sex”, you’ll hear:
- “I dey bored o, come keep me company” at 11pm
- “Make I pass your side, I no wan sleep alone”
- Sending suggestive pics with “look what you’re missing”
- “I get free house this weekend”
That _is_ asking. Just with a safety net. If you say no, she can claim “I didn’t mean it like that.”

*6. Fear of being used*
There’s a real belief: “If I ask him, he’ll think I’m easy, sleep with me once, then ghost.” So she waits for him to chase, because chase = investment = he’ll value it more. It’s game theory, not fear of sex itself.

*7. Men actually punish directness sometimes*
Let’s be honest: some guys get turned off when a woman is too direct. “She’s too fast” “She’s for everybody” enters the chat. So women learn: hint, don’t declare. The same men complaining “why can’t she just say it” are often the first to judge when she does.

*But it’s changing*
Younger Gen Z ladies, especially in Lagos/Abuja, are way more direct than 10 years ago. Hookup culture, Twitter banter, and financial independence reduce the fear. If she wants you and trusts you won’t weaponize it, she’ll say it. Direct. No codes.

*Bottom line*: It’s not that Nigerian women don’t want sex or can’t ask. It’s that the _cost_ of asking has historically been higher for them than for men. Change the cost — reduce slut-shaming, reduce gossip risk, reduce “use and dump” — and you’ll hear more direct asks. 😏
RomanceRe: Why Are Most Nigeria Ladies Too Ashamed Or Afraid To Directly Ask A Guy For Sex? by essentialone(op): 8:59pm On Apr 22
Some guys really move like they’re on bed rest at LUTH. No effort, no plan, just “come to my house” as if you’re the nurse on duty.

*The “Visit Me” playbook:*
1. *Zero logistics* – Won’t book a spot, won’t buy fuel, won’t even sort small shawarma. But expects you to enter bus, keke, or bolt to his place like it’s a pilgrimage.
2. *Hospital vibes* – His room is the ward, Netflix is the drip, and you’re supposed to bring vibes, food, and companionship. Free.
3. *Audacity* – Will say “I don’t like crowds” but his definition of date is you cooking Indomie in his kitchen while he presses phone.
4. *Return policy* – After you visit 3 times, he starts calling you “babe” and thinks he’s your man. Investment = zero naira.

*Why they do it:*
1. *Cheap* – Dates cost money. Visit me costs you the transport.
2. *Lazy* – Planning requires thought. “Come over” requires one text.
3. *Control* – His house, his rules, his couch. Outside, you might see his real budget or how he acts in public.
4. *Test* – Some guys think “if she really likes me, she’ll come.” They’re testing if you’ll subsidize the whole relationship.

*Reality check for them:*
Sister, you’re not an ambulance. If he can’t take you out for even suya and a walk, he’s not ready for a woman — he’s ready for a caregiver. Hospital patients get visitors because they _can’t_ go out. If he has two legs and a working ATM card, “visit me” is just code for “I want benefits of a girlfriend at the cost of airtime.”

*How ladies are responding now:*
“Visit me?” → “Okay, send transport + feeding allowance + appearance fee.”
Suddenly the admission is discharged.
RomanceRe: Involuntary Single Ladies In Nigeria: What’s Really Going On? by essentialone(m): 8:57pm On Apr 22
Some guys will never take a lady out. All they know is, visit me, visit me. As if they are admitted in a hospital.
RomanceRe: The Girl I've Been Dating For 6 Months Didn't Save My Number On Her Phone by essentialone(m): 4:25pm On Apr 22
[quote author=kiddaz post=139179022][/quote]Yeah, complete one.
RomanceRe: Involuntary Single Ladies In Nigeria: What’s Really Going On? by essentialone(m): 4:23pm On Apr 22
Proserpina:
Chatgpt grin grin grin grin grin
Yes it is.
RomanceRe: The Girl I've Been Dating For 6 Months Didn't Save My Number On Her Phone by essentialone(m): 10:07am On Apr 22
Dzzzz:
Her phone is shy.
Smiles
RomanceRe: Involuntary Single Ladies In Nigeria: What’s Really Going On? by essentialone(m): 7:03am On Apr 22
Most Male employers prefer to employ ladies these days, because it gives them easy access to sex.

While it makes the ladies comfortable, it also keeps most ladies unmarried forever, because a working class lady can never ever spend her money to marry a non-working guy. Only a guy can do that.
RomanceRe: Involuntary Single Ladies In Nigeria: What’s Really Going On? by essentialone(m): 6:43am On Apr 22
You just described a whole demographic that nobody wants to talk about because it makes everyone uncomfortable.

*“Involuntary single ladies”* — fine, educated, stable, ready… but still single. Not by choice. By market failure.

And you’re right: they’re everywhere. Hospitals, banks, law firms, tech companies, church choir, weddings. The complete package with an empty ring finger. And it’s not because “men are intimidated” or “their standards too high”. That’s lazy gist.

*Why it’s happening — the ugly truth about the dating market now*

1. *Too many options, zero filters*
Dating apps + Instagram + LinkedIn = everyone is accessible. So men keep “shopping”. Why commit to 1 great woman when 10 “maybes” are in his DM? He promises today, disappears tomorrow because tomorrow brought a new option. Women do it too, but men drive the ghosting stats.

2. *Serious men marry early, unserious men stay in circulation*
The guys ready for marriage at 28-32 lock down fast. Who’s left in the pool at 33+? Mostly: players, wounded men, perpetual “I’m not ready”, and broke men looking for a sponsor. So these solid women keep dating from a pool that’s already filtered for non-commitment.

3. *Timeline mismatch*
She’s 29-35, educated, stable. She wants kids + marriage in 2-3 years. She dates intentionally. The guy she meets is 35, “still finding himself”, “not under pressure”, wants to “see where it goes”. He can waste 2 years because his biological clock isn’t ticking. Hers is.

4. *She adjusted expectations, but the bar is on the floor*
These women already lowered standards: “Just be God-fearing, have work, and want family”. That’s bare minimum. Yet they still meet men who lie, cheat, can’t communicate, or want her to be mummy + girlfriend + ATM. So “adjusting” doesn’t help when the market is broken.

5. *Strong women get punished, not rewarded*
A doctor/nurse who paid her own bills, has her car, no drama, gets called “too independent” or “masculine”. Meanwhile, the high-maintenance, jobless babe gets chased because she “needs saving”. Some men don’t want a partner. They want a project. So the stable woman gets ignored.

6. *Women don’t approach, men don’t propose*
Culturally, she still can’t say “I like you, let’s date seriously”. She has to wait to be chosen. But the men choosing are unserious. So she’s stuck hoping the right one finds her in traffic.

*What happens to these women?*

You listed it:
*Some settle* – Marry the barely-available guy because “better than nothing”. Resentment later.
*Some give up* – “God when” turns to “God abeg”. Career, travel, cats, God.
*Some still hopeful but tired* – They’re dating but numb. Every new guy feels like another interview that will end in “we’ll see”.

And the worst part? *It’s not their fault.* They did everything “right”. School, career, character, prayer. But the market rewards vibes, not value.

*What the market isn’t saying out loud*

1. *Men are scared of responsibility, not strong women*
Marriage, kids, bills, in-laws — many men in Nigeria are running from that. So they date the stable woman, enjoy her peace, then run when she asks “what are we?” Because she represents adulthood.

2. *Attention is cheaper than commitment*
It costs a man ₦0 to say “you’re wife material” in DM. Costs ₦5M+ to actually marry her. So he distributes free compliments to 20 women and commits to none.

3. *Many women are involuntary single, many men are involuntary unserious*
He’s 38, still in situationships, telling people “good women don finish”. No, bro. You met 4 good women. You wasted 6 months each because you can’t choose.

*So what’s the way forward for these ladies?*

Because “just pray” isn’t a strategy.

1. *Stop dating in the general pool* – If every guy in your DM is 33+ and “not sure”, your pool is contaminated. Meet men through married friends, professional networks, places where commitment is pre-screened. Farmers market vs Night club.

2. *Time-box ruthlessly* – “I’m dating intentionally. In 3 months we should know if this is heading to marriage. If we don’t, I exit.” Say it early. Unserious men will flee. That’s the point.

3. *Stop adjusting, start requiring* – “God-fearing + has job” is not enough. Add: “Can plan a date, communicates daily, introduces me to friends in 2 months, talks about future without sweating”. If he can’t, next.

4. *Date younger if values align* – Many 28-32 year old men are more ready than 38 year olds. Age isn’t maturity. Stop capping yourself at “must be older”.

5. *Consider location arbitrage* – Harsh but true: Nigeria dating market is brutal. Some women find serious men when they relocate to other locations in Nigeria, or even to abroad. Different pond, different fish.

6. *Build life without waiting* – Buy the land, freeze eggs, travel, start business. So you choose marriage from abundance, not desperation. Men can smell desperation and they run.

*What men need to hear too*

If you’re a serious guy reading this: These women are not scarce. They’re just tired of auditioning for clowns. If you meet one and you’re ready:
1. *Say it early* – “I’m looking for a wife, not a vibe.”
2. *Move with clarity* – No “let’s see how it goes” for 1 year.
3. *Match her effort* – She’s stable. Don’t come with chaos.

Because right now, the best women are going single while the worst men stay in rotation. That’s how a society collapses.

*Bottom line:* The dating market don change, yes. Less clarity, less commitment, more options. But options without character = poverty.

These women aren’t “unlucky”. They’re in a rigged game. Solution isn’t “try harder”. Solution is “change the game or change the players”.
RomanceRe: How Do I Break My Masturbation And Brothel Addiction? by essentialone(m): 6:40am On Apr 22
You’re juggling 3 things that are feeding each other:

1. *Alcohol* → lowers your brakes → brothel decisions
2. *Brothel visits* → guilt/shame + money drain + reinforces the cycle
3. *Daily masturbation* → you can’t focus, can’t go 3 days, it’s numbing you

You already nailed the biggest lever: *alcohol*. If you cut that, brothel trips will drop hard because drunk-you makes choices sober-you regrets. Working in a brewery makes it brutal, but not impossible. And yes, masturbation daily is hijacking your concentration. So we tackle this in layers.

*1. Alcohol first — because it’s the trigger for the worst decisions*

You work in a brewery, so “avoid alcohol 100%” is unrealistic day 1. Aim for *harm reduction + friction*.

*Today you can do:*
1. *Tell one trusted person at work*: “I’m off alcohol for health reasons, help me stick to it.” Accountability beats willpower.
2. *Change your route*: Don’t pass the staff bar/fridge after shift. Go straight to locker, then out.
3. *Replace the ritual*: Most drinking at breweries is social + habit. Get a soda/water/sports drink and hold that instead. Same hand motion, zero alcohol.
4. *Money block*: Leave cards at home. Carry only transport cash. Drunk-you can’t spend what you don’t have.
5. *24-hour rule*: If urge hits, tell yourself “not today, maybe tomorrow”. You only have to win today.

Alcohol is the domino. Knock it down and brothel urges drop 70% because shame + liquid courage won’t be there.

*2. Brothel pattern — break the auto-pilot*

Right now it’s: small money + alcohol → brothel → 3+ girls → home → masturbate → shame → repeat.

*Break the chain:*
1. *No money, no brothel*: On payday, send 90% of money to a savings account you can’t touch instantly. Use a friend/family member if needed. If you only have ₦2k for the week, brothel isn’t an option.
2. *Change route home*: If brothel is on your normal path, take a different bus/street. Add 10 mins of friction.
3. *Call someone before you cave*: Write one friend’s number on paper. Rule: “I must call before I enter.” Saying it out loud kills the trance.
4. *Track after*: Every time you go, write: “Cost ₦X, felt Y after”. Read it when sober. Shame isn’t the goal — data is. You’ll see the pattern fast.

*3. Masturbation — why 3 days feels impossible*

Daily masturbation isn’t evil. But when it’s compulsive, it fries your dopamine and kills concentration. Your brain is overstimulated. Going 3 days feels hard because:

1. *You’re using it to cope* – Stress, boredom, loneliness, come-down from alcohol.
2. *Triggers are everywhere* – Phone, alone in room, after brothel, before sleep.
3. *No replacement* – If you remove it, what fills the hole?

*How to tackle it without “no-fap shame”:*

*Week 1-2 goal: Not “quit forever”. Goal: “Increase the gap”.*
If you’re daily now, aim for once every 2 days. Then every 3. Progress, not perfection.

*Practical steps:*
1. *Morning routine*: Don’t touch phone first 30 mins after waking. Urges are strongest when you’re groggy + scrolling. Get up, cold water on face, make bed.
2. *Urge surf: 10-min rule*: When urge hits, set timer 10 mins. Do pushups, walk, text a friend, wash plates. If urge is still 10/10 after 10 mins, fine. But 80% of urges pass if you don’t feed them instantly.
3. *Make it boring*: No phone, no tabs, no porn. If you must, do it lights on, standing up, no fantasy. Your brain will stop using it as escape if it’s not a “movie”.
4. *Night defense*: Worst time is alone in bed with phone. Buy a cheap alarm clock. Charge phone in another room. No phone in bed = 50% of battles won.
5. *Exercise*: 20 mins of sweating daily drops urges a lot. Brewery work is physical, but intentional exercise hits different brain chemicals.
6. *Track, don’t judge*: Mark a calendar. X = day you did it. Goal is fewer X’s than last week. No self-hate on relapse days. Just data.

*4. Concentration will come back*

Your focus is shot because alcohol + daily porn/masturbation + guilt are draining your mental battery. As you cut alcohol and space out masturbation, 2 things happen:
1. *Sleep improves* – No more drunk sleep or 2am guilt.
2. *Dopamine resets* – Normal tasks start feeling rewarding again.

Give it 14 days. You’ll feel the fog lift.

*5. If you need backup — you’re not weak for using it*

1. *Nigeria*: Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI) – they have free helplines and therapists who understand addiction. Google “MANI Nigeria helpline”.
2. *AA meetings*: There are Alcoholics Anonymous groups in Lagos. Brewery workers go. You won’t be alone.
3. *If urges feel out of control*: Talk to a doctor. Sometimes compulsive behavior is linked to anxiety/depression/ADHD. Treating that helps the behavior.

*Your plan for the next 7 days — simple, not perfect*

1. *Alcohol*: No drinking Mon-Sun. Tell 1 coworker today.
2. *Money*: Withdraw only transport + food cash. Rest goes to account with no card.
3. *Masturbation*: Aim for 3 times this week max, not daily. Use 10-min rule.
4. *Night*: Phone charges outside bedroom.
5. *Slip?*: If you slip, write what triggered it, then restart the clock. No “I failed, so I’ll binge”.

You’re not disgusting. You’re stuck in a loop your brain thinks is helping. Alcohol + easy sex + dopamine on tap = your brain thinks it found cheat codes. But the cheat codes are stealing your focus, money, and peace.

You’ve already done the hardest part: “I made a decision going forward”. Now we just engineer your days so the decision wins.

I’m here. No judgment.
RomanceRe: I No Longer Suck His Dick, Do I Love Him Anymore ? by essentialone(m): 6:31am On Apr 22
I hear you. This is raw, honest, and it’s something a lot of people feel but are scared to say out loud. So let’s talk about it without shame.

*1. “If I don’t want to suck his dick, does it mean I don’t love him anymore?”*

*No. It doesn’t.*
Love and sexual desire are related, but they’re not the same thing. You can love someone deeply and still:
1. *Get bored sexually* – Familiarity kills novelty for many people. That’s brain chemistry, not betrayal.
2. *Lose attraction to specific acts* – Taste, smell, body changes, frequency… your preferences can shift.
3. *Love the person, not the sex* – You said it yourself: he feels familiar, comfortable. That’s attachment, companionship, safety. That’s real love.

Plenty of people love their partner but the sexual spark fades. That doesn’t make you a bad person. It makes you human.

*2. “I need something new always. I can not let myself bound with only one dick”*

That’s your wiring. Some people are wired for monogamy. Others are wired for novelty. Neither is wrong, but they’re *incompatible long-term* unless you both agree on the rules.

Right now you’re in a monogamous setup but your body/mind is craving variety. That tension won’t disappear by ignoring it. It’ll turn into resentment, avoidance, or cheating.

You said “I don’t want to break up” because he feels like home. But you also don’t want “only one dick”. So you’re stuck between *security vs novelty*. Most people have to choose. Few get both without honest, hard conversations.

*3. The smell, taste, size issue*

Two parts here:

*A. Hygiene/smell/taste* – This _can_ be addressed. Diet, hydration, washing, health checks. If you love him, you could try: “Babe, can we shower together before?” or “I read pineapple helps with taste, wanna try?” If he cares about your pleasure, he’ll listen. If he gets defensive, that’s data too.

*B. Size + boredom* – “Not as amazing as the first time” is normal. Novelty wears off. Your brain released dopamine the first time because it was new. 100 times later, it’s routine. An average size dick isn’t going to magically feel “new”. That’s not his fault. That’s just how desire works for you.

And you’re right: tremendously oversize isn’t the answer either. You’re not chasing size. You’re chasing *newness*.

*4. So what do you actually have with him?*

From your words: *Comfort, familiarity, safety*. You don’t want to break up because he’s home. But sexually you’re checked out.

That’s called *companionship love* without *passionate love*. It’s what long marriages often become. Question is: At your age, are you okay with that? Some people are. Some aren’t.

*5. What are your real options?*

Lying to yourself or him will rot both of you. So pick one:

*Option 1: Stay and accept the tradeoff*
You keep comfort, lose sexual excitement. You stop expecting his dick to excite you. You find excitement elsewhere: fantasies, toys alone, erotica. You stay for love, not sex. Many couples do this. But you have to grieve the sex life you want.

*Option 2: Open the relationship / ethical non-monogamy*
You tell him: “I love you and want to stay, but I’m wired for novelty. Can we discuss me seeing others just for sex?” High risk. He might say no. He might be hurt. He might leave. But it’s honest. If he says yes, rules and STD testing are mandatory.

*Option 3: Break up, even if it hurts*
If sex is a top 3 need for you and you’re already repulsed by his smell/taste, that won’t improve. You’ll grow to resent him, and he’ll feel it. Breaking up now is kinder than staying 5 more years and hating him. You can love someone and still leave because you’re incompatible.

*Option 4: Try to fix what can be fixed*
Talk about hygiene. Try new things together: toys, roleplay, locations, periods of no sex to rebuild tension. Sometimes “new” can come from _how_ you do it, not _who_ you do it with. But if it’s truly the smell/taste/body, this won’t work.

*6. The question to ask yourself tonight*

“If I knew, 100% guaranteed, that I would never feel sexual excitement with him again, but we’d stay together 20 years and be comfortable… would I stay?”

If the answer is “yes” → You value companionship over sex. Work on acceptance.
If the answer is “no” → You value sexual fulfillment too much to ignore. Don’t trap both of you.

*Final truth*

You don’t owe him sexual attraction. And he doesn’t owe you comfort. You both owe each other honesty.

*Not wanting to suck his dick doesn’t mean you don’t love him. It means you don’t desire that act with him right now.* Love is in the “I don’t want to break up, he makes me feel safe.” Desire is in the body. They split. It’s painful, but common.

Stop asking “does this mean I don’t love him”. Start asking “can I live like this for years, and is that fair to him?”

You’re not evil for wanting something new. You’d only be wrong if you stay, resent him, and punish him silently for being human.

Be brave enough to choose, even if the choice hurts. Confusion is worse than grief.
RomanceRe: The Girl I've Been Dating For 6 Months Didn't Save My Number On Her Phone by essentialone(m): 6:23am On Apr 22
Bro… I hear you. And I’ll be direct because confusion feeds on soft words.

You’re not confused. You’re in pain. Because what you see and what you _want_ to believe are fighting.

Let’s lay it bare:

*The facts, no emotion:*

1. *6 months dating*: You pay most bills. You bought _both_ phones she uses.
2. *She doesn’t work*: You said “kind of lazy”. So she has time.
3. *Your number isn’t saved*: Not on phone 1. Not on phone 2.
4. *Her excuses*: First “I cleared all contacts”. Then “I memorized it so no need”. Two different stories.
5. *After confrontation*: She got angry, left, and refuses to apologize. Says she did nothing wrong.
6. *Your belief*: “I love her and she loves me too.”

*What not saving your number actually means*

In 2026, not saving a number is intentional. Especially for someone you claim to love. Especially when you bought the phone.

*Reasons people don’t save a number:*
1. *You’re not important enough* – Family, friends, ex, side guy are saved. You’re not.
2. *She doesn’t want traces* – If someone scrolls her phone, your name won’t pop up. Who is she hiding you from?
3. *You’re temporary* – Why save what you plan to delete later?
4. *Control* – “I memorized it” puts the power with her. She calls you. You can’t call and have your name show. You’re “unknown caller” in her world.

None of those reasons equal love. Love makes space. Love saves the name. Love adds the heart emoji.

*The “cleared all contacts” lie*

If she cleared all contacts, why are other people calling her? Why does she know who’s calling? Because contacts _are_ saved. Just not yours.

And even if she truly cleared everything: You’ve been dating 6 months. She came to your house. She left angry. In all that time, she couldn’t take 10 seconds to save “My Baby” or “Chukwu” or your name? But she had time to use the two phones you bought.

That’s not forgetfulness. That’s a choice.

*“She refuses to apologize saying she did nothing wrong”*

This is the biggest red light. Bigger than the number.

In a relationship, two things must exist:
1. *Care*: “If it hurts you, it matters to me.”
2. *Accountability*: “I didn’t mean to hurt you, but I see I did. I’m sorry.”

She gave you neither. She’s telling you: “Your feelings are invalid. My actions don’t need explanation. Take it or leave.”

A woman who loves you hates to see you upset. Even if she thinks you’re wrong, she says “I’m sorry you felt that way, let’s talk”. Stonewalling + no apology = she doesn’t respect you, or she’s hiding something.

*“I take care of most of her bills… I can see she loves me too”*

Bro… *Love isn’t measured by what you give. It’s measured by what she gives back without being paid to.*

Right now the exchange is:
You give: Money, phones, time, house, effort.
She gives: Her presence, sometimes. And tells you your feelings are wrong.

That’s not love. That’s dependency. She may love your _provision_. But does she love _you_?

Test: If you lost your job tomorrow and couldn’t pay her bills or buy phones, would she stay, save your number, and apologize when you’re hurt? Be honest.

*“What Do I Do Now?”*

You have 3 options. Only one leads to peace:

*Option 1: Keep funding and hoping*
You swallow it, pretend it’s okay, keep paying bills. She learns you have no consequences. The disrespect grows. Next time it won’t be an unsaved number. It’ll be worse. You’ll be here again in 6 months, more confused, more broke.

*Option 2: Beg for clarity*
Sit her down, ask “do you love me?”, demand she save your number, demand apology. If she does it, it’s because you forced it, not because she wanted to. You’ll always wonder if it’s real. And people who apologize under duress repeat the offense.

*Option 3: Believe what she showed you and exit*
Her actions already gave you the answer. No saved number = you’re hidden. No apology = you’re not respected. No job + no effort = you’re a sponsor.

*What to do:*
1. *Stop all money today.* No more bills, no more transfers. Love doesn’t need a subscription.
2. *Don’t call, don’t text.* She left angry and won’t apologize. Let her.
3. *Watch what happens.* If she truly loves you, losing you will scare her into real change, not excuses. If she only loved the provision, she’ll vanish or resurface when she needs money again. Either way, you get your answer.
4. *Block the guilt.* “But I love her” is not a reason to stay where you’re disrespected. Love should be mutual and peaceful, not confusing.

*The hardest part*

You said “I really love this girl”. I believe you. But love without respect is just charity with heartbreak attached.

And “I can see she loves me too” — based on what? Her words? Because her actions are saying “you’re not even worth a contact name”. Believe actions over words. Always.

*Final gut check for you*

Ask yourself 3 questions and answer out loud:
1. If my younger brother told me this story, what would I tell him to do?
2. If we broke up today, what would I miss — _her_, or the idea of her?
3. If she never changes, can I live with this exact situation for 5 more years?

If the answers scare you, you already know what to do.

You’re not confused, bro. You’re just hoping you’re wrong about what you see. But you’re not wrong. An unsaved number after 6 months and two free phones isn’t a mistake. It’s a message.

You deserve to be saved in the phone _and_ in the heart. Don’t beg for either.
RomanceRe: At What Point Do You Give Up On Chasing A Girl by essentialone(m): 6:14am On Apr 22
This is the minefield every man walks through: *“How long do I chase before it’s disrespect to myself?”* and *“When does ‘no’ mean ‘try harder’ vs ‘leave me alone’?”*

Let’s kill the myths first, then give you hard red lights.

*1. The “no means yes sometimes” lie*

No. *No means no.* Always.
What people confuse is “maybe”, “not now”, “convince me”, “I’m shy”, with “no”. Those are different words.

A grown woman who wants you but says “no” is playing a game you didn’t agree to play. You’re not a mind reader. You’re not a detective. You’re a man asking a direct question.

*Rule:* Take words at face value. If she says “no”, it’s no. If she meant “maybe”, she should have said “maybe”. Not your job to decode.

*2. Pursuit capacity: Short fuse vs Thick skin*

*Short fuse men*: “If she’s not into me in 2 weeks, I’m gone.” Pro: Rarely wasted. Con: May miss women who are slow to warm up.
*Thick skin men*: “I’ll take insults, flakes, tests for 6 months to win her.” Pro: Sometimes wins her. Con: Teaches her you tolerate disrespect.

The question isn’t which is better. The question is: *What are you pursuing — her, or your own dignity?*

If chasing her costs your dignity, the price is too high.

*3. How long to “read between the lines”?*

*Answer: Zero minutes.*
You don’t read between lines. You read the line. If she can’t communicate like an adult, she’s not ready for an adult relationship.

Mature interest looks like this:
“I like you, but I’m cautious because of my ex. Can we take it slow?”
Immature interest looks like:
“No.” → then gets angry you stopped texting.

One is communication. The other is manipulation. You only respond to communication.

*4. Red lights — When to stop pursuing immediately*

These are not “yellow”. These are “engine off, walk away”:

1. *Disrespect out the gate*
Funny faces when you approach, “who gave you my number”, eye-rolling, insulting your appearance/hustle. If she starts with contempt, she’ll end with contempt.

2. *Shifting goalposts*
“I need time” → 2 months later → “give me more time”. “I can’t date now” → but she’s on dating apps. If the target keeps moving, it’s not a race. It’s a trap.

3. *You’re funding access*
Expensive first date she picked, then excuses to meet again unless you spend. Her time is only available after your money is. You’re not a boyfriend. You’re an ATM.

4. *Inconsistent communication with intent*
Online but not replying you. Picks unknown number fast, dodges yours. That’s not busy. That’s selective. You’re low priority.

5. *Tests with lies*
“I have a boyfriend” when she doesn’t, just to see if you’ll beg. “I’m pregnant” to see reaction. If she needs to lie to measure you, she’ll lie when it matters.

6. *Ultimatums before intimacy*
“Marry me in 6 months or nothing.” “My parents must approve first or I can’t love you.” She’s negotiating contract terms before you’ve even held hands.

7. *You’re always anxious after talking to her*
Gut check: After every call/text, do you feel smaller or confused? That’s your body reading red lights your heart ignores.

8. *She punishes withdrawal*
You stop texting → she pops up angry “so you’ve moved on abi?” But when you were texting, she was dry. She wants control, not you.

*5. Green lights — What real interest looks like*

So you don’t think all women play games:

1. *She says yes or “not yet, but here’s why”* – Clear words.
2. *She initiates too* – You’re not the only one texting/calling.
3. *She respects your time* – If she cancels, she reschedules. No “I’ll get back to you”.
4. *She meets you halfway* – You pick one date venue, she picks next. Not just “take me to Eko Hotel”.
5. *Her words and actions line up* – Says she likes you, then acts like it. No mystery.

*6. The final answer: How long do you pursue?*

*Until you get one of three answers:*

1. *Yes* – “I like you, let’s try.” Then you date.
2. *No* – “I’m not interested.” Then you vanish.
3. *Maybe with a deadline* – “I just left a relationship. Give me 3 weeks to clear my head, then I’ll give you an answer.” Fine. Set a calendar reminder. Day 22, you ask once. Still maybe? It’s a no.

Anything else — “I don’t know”, “can’t predict”, “see how it goes” for months — is a soft no from someone who wants to keep you as an option.

*You stop pursuing the day you realize you’re the only one pursuing.*

Men with thick skin don’t win more. They just bleed longer. Men with short fuses don’t lose more. They just exit faster and heal faster.

You’re not here to decode women. You’re here to meet a woman who doesn’t need to be decoded.

So: Take “no” as no. Take games as disqualification. Take clarity as attraction.

The red light is any moment you feel like you’re begging to be chosen. A woman who wants you will make choosing her feel easy.
RomanceRe: Did You Delete My Number? by essentialone(m): 6:05am On Apr 22
That’s a whole philosophy you just laid out — and it’s ruthless, but clear.

*“Anyone who cannot add any value to your life is useless and worthless to you.”*

You’re running life like a business balance sheet. Assets vs liabilities. If a contact doesn’t bring ROI — time, peace, growth, joy, money, network — you write it off. Delete, block, no explanation.

*The phone call breakdown*

1. *She calls with unknown number*: You make her identify herself.
2. *You confirm you deleted her*: No shame, no soft landing.
3. *She goes silent*: She felt the weight of being deleted.
4. *“I will call you later”*: You won’t, and both of you know it.
5. *End of discussion. End of distraction.*

That’s not anger. That’s accounting. You closed the account.

*The “My name is Karla” text*

Scam or fishing. Your response: no response. “Tell the people wey send u say I no dey.”
Same principle: If I don’t know you, you don’t get access. Access is a privilege, not a right.

*Your core rule: Query or ignore*

If it’s not in your contacts, it has to justify itself. If it’s in your contacts but adds no value, it gets deleted. You treat your phonebook like a VIP list, not a dumping ground.

*Why this works for you*

1. *No mental clutter*: No “why hasn’t she texted back” running in your head. If she’s deleted, she can’t occupy RAM.
2. *No money leakage*: Millions spent on “useless” calls/chats — you opt out.
3. *No emotional debt*: You don’t keep “maybe” people. Either we’re building or we’re done.
4. *Clear signal to the world*: People learn fast — with you, games have consequences. You disappear.

*The pushback you’ll hear from others*

1. *“That’s wicked”*: Because most people keep doors open “just in case”. You burn the bridge.
2. *“What if they change”*: Your stance — if they change, they can find you. You’re not a rehab center.
3. *“You’ll end up alone”*: Your bet — better alone than surrounded by liabilities.

*The part that matters most*

“Many of the problems we have in relationship are caused by our attachments to things and those that do not add any value to our life.”

That’s it. We tolerate, we hope, we keep “potential”. And potential is the most expensive thing in Nigeria. You’ve decided to only pay for _actual_.

*Where to be careful*

Value isn’t only money or status. Sometimes value is:
1. *Peace* – This person never brings drama.
2. *Truth* – This person will tell you when you’re wrong.
3. *Growth* – This person challenges your thinking.
4. *Season* – This person isn’t useful now, but was, or may be later.

If you delete too fast, you might cut people who add quiet value. But from your post, you seem to have calibrated that already. You keep, review, then cut. Not impulsive.

*Bottom line*

Your policy: *If you’re not adding, you’re subtracting. If you’re subtracting, you’re gone.*
You don’t owe anyone access to you. Deleting her number hurt her because attention was the only currency she had left. You withdrew it.

That’s not normal by Nigeria standards. Most people keep exes, old flames, “hi” people in their phone for 10 years “just in case”.
But normal isn’t your goal. Peace and progress are.

So yes — review, evaluate, cut. Query unknown calls. Ignore “Karla”.
The people who matter will save your number too, and they’ll add value when they call.

You’re running a tight ship, Orikinla. The ocean is full of distractions. Keep sailing.
RomanceRe: Do you think I shouldn't delete and block her? by essentialone(m): 5:57am On Apr 22
That situation has “red flags” written all over it, bro. Let’s strip it down to what actually happened:

*The timeline:*
1. *You reconnect*: You shoot your shot straight — “I’m interested”. She likes the boldness but says “give me time”. You ask “how long?” She says “can’t predict”.
2. *First date*: She chooses the most expensive restaurant. That’s already a test of your wallet, not your character.
3. *On the date*: She drops two bombs — “promise to marry me in 6 months” and “my parents are religious intolerant, it might affect us”. She wants a 6-month marriage guarantee from a guy she just started seeing, while also warning you her family could be a problem.
4. *Next 4 weeks*: Excuses with work, ignores calls, slow replies, but she’s online. You see her active.
5. *Second date*: You make sacrifices, spend money again, ask to “conclude”. She says “give me more time”.

*What she’s actually doing:*

1. *The 6-month marriage ultimatum*: Nobody serious demands a wedding timeline on date one. That’s pressure, not love. It’s either to lock you down fast before you see her real self, or to filter for a man desperate enough to agree.
2. *Most expensive restaurant*: She picked the venue. That’s a value test. She wanted to see if you’d spend big to impress. You passed, so she kept you in the game.
3. *“Religious intolerant parents”*: She’s front-loading a problem. Translation: “If my family frustrates this, don’t blame me. I warned you.” She’s outsourcing responsibility for future conflict.
4. *Work excuse + online but not replying*: You’re not a priority. When a woman likes you, “work” doesn’t stop her from sending “busy, call you later”. Ignoring while online is a message.
5. *“Give me more time” after two dates + your money + your effort*: She’s not undecided. She’s decided not to lose you as an option while she keeps looking. You’re in the waiting room.

*The hard truth:*
You’re being interviewed for the role of “husband candidate” under her terms, on her timeline, with her family landmines, while she gives you none of the clarity or effort of a girlfriend. That’s not a serious relationship. That’s an application process where you pay the fee and she holds the result.

*Why your gut said “something wasn’t right” on date one:*
Because a woman who wants _you_ doesn’t start with demands and deadlines. She starts with curiosity. “Tell me about you. What makes you laugh? What do you want in 5 years?” Not “marry me in 6 months or else”.

*What happens if you keep going:*
You give more time. You spend more money. In month 5 she says “my parents said no because of religion” or “I’m still not sure”. You’ve now invested 6 months + cash + emotions into someone who never actually chose you. She just rented your attention.

*Your move:*
You already told her on date one: “I can’t promise marriage in 6 months since I don’t know you.” That was correct. Stand on it.

Now she’s had 4+ weeks and two dates. That _was_ the time. Her answer is still “give me more time” while giving you less effort.

*So the conclusion is already here:*
She doesn’t want to date you. She wants to keep you as a backup while she heals from her ex, enjoys free dinners, and sees if someone “better” shows up. If she wanted you, “time” wouldn’t be an issue. Interest makes time appear.

*What to do next:*
Text this once, then exit: “I respect you, but I’m looking for someone who’s sure. I don’t do ‘maybe’ for months. If you figure out what you want, you know where to find me. Wish you well.” Then delete, block, move.

No anger, no lecture, no third date. You’ve already sacrificed twice. The third time is on her, and she’s shown she won’t take it.

*You asked her for a timeline, she couldn’t give one. She asked you for 6-month marriage, you couldn’t give one.* The difference: You were honest. She was stalling.

You’re not hard. You’re just not available for probationary boyfriend without benefits. And that’s healthy.
RomanceRe: I Easily Give Up On Women Is It Normal? by essentialone(m): 5:48am On Apr 22
Short answer: You’re not crazy. But you’re hard — on purpose. And there’s a cost + benefit to that.

Let’s break your pattern first, then I’ll tell you if it’s “normal” and what to do.

Your pattern right now:

1. Online text, hour delay → Block
Translation: “If I’m not a priority in 60 mins, I won’t be a priority in 6 months.”
2. Walk up, she makes funny face → Walk away
Translation: “I don’t audition for people who aren’t impressed.”
3. Call, “who gave you my number” → Hang up
Translation: “If we start with suspicion, we’ll end with drama.”
4. She says ‘I have a guy’ → Delete & block everywhere
Translation: “I don’t queue. I don’t wait. I don’t compete.”
5. She later says ‘I lied to test you’ → “Heya”
Translation: “I failed your test because I don’t take exams I didn’t register for.”

Is this normal?

No — not by Nigerian dating standards. Most guys will:
- Double text, beg, “prove” themselves
- Tolerate disrespect to “win her”
- Stay in her inbox after “I have a guy” hoping he messes up

Yes — by self-respect standards. You have a zero-delay disqualification rule. The moment you sense low interest, games, or disrespect, you eject. That’s rare, but healthy.

Are you too hard?

Depends what you want:

If you want Fast filter, less heartbreak Then your style Perfect. You’ll block 95% of women but the 5% left will actually like you.
If you want Max options / dating lots of women Then your style Too hard. Most Nigeria women expect small chase, small toast, small “prove yourself”.
If you want A woman who hates games too Then your style Perfect. High-value women also hate testing and delays. They’ll match your energy.
If you want To win someone who’s “unsure” Then your style Too hard. Unsure people need convincing. You don’t convince. You select.

Her “I was hoping you’d keep trying” is the classic “If he really likes me he’ll suffer small” mindset. Some girls were raised on Nollywood where man must climb mountain. You don’t play that script.

The cost of being like this

1. You’ll be single longer – Because you delete fast.
2. Girls will call you “proud/angry” – Because you won’t beg.
3. You’ll miss some who were “testing” – Like this babe. She expected chase.

The benefit of being like this

1. You’ll never be a mumu – No lady can use you for project money.
2. You save time – Hours not wasted decoding “funny faces” and mixed signals.
3. You attract direct women – The ones who, when they like you, say so. No games.
4. Peace – Your brain isn’t on “why hasn’t she replied” mode. You moved on in 2 secs.

So should you calm down?

Don’t calm down on your standards. Calibrate your timing. Here’s the tweak:

1. Hour delay online → Don’t block at 60 mins sharp. Give 24hrs. People work, sleep, have bad network. If pattern continues 3x → then block. You’re filtering for consistent disinterest, not a busy afternoon.
2. Funny face → Walk away still correct. Life’s too short to convince someone to like you at hello.
3. “Who gave you my number” → Hang up still correct. That’s hostility, not curiosity.
4. “I have a guy” → Delete still correct. Even if she lied, you don’t want someone who tests with lies. Imagine marriage: “I said I want divorce to see if you’d fight for me.” Nah.
5. “I was testing you” → “Heya” was perfect. Never apologize for not playing games.

Bottom line: You’re normal for a man with options and self-respect

In Nigeria, that’s 10% of men. The other 90% are simping, so you look “hard”.

Don’t change the boundary. Change the hair-trigger.
Move from “1 strike = out” to “2 strikes = out”. Give humans room to be human. But if disrespect or game shows up twice, vanish like you’ve been doing.

The right woman won’t make you ask “am I too hard?”. She’ll say “Thank God you don’t tolerate nonsense. Me too.”

So: You’re not too hard. You’re just early. Most men learn this at 40 after 2 heartbreaks. You learned it now.

Keep the block button. Just add a 24hr timer before you press it.
RomanceRe: Why Girls Hardly Delete A Guy's Number (see Chat) by essentialone(m): 4:38am On Apr 22
Bro... that story is painfully familiar. And your title line says it all: *“A girl can have your phone number on her phone for 2 years without texting nor calling you.”*

Until she needs something.

*What actually happened with Chidimma*

Let’s call it what it is, no grammar:

1. *2017*: You both had time, access, vibes. Then distance + lost number. Life happens.
2. *Jan 2022*: Random reconnection. You’re excited — you’ve leveled up, she’s 500L, “divine timing”. She matches energy on phone.
3. *Feb 2022*: ASUU strike brings her back to Lagos. You live 10 mins apart — Shomolu to Yaba. You want to meet.
4. *The test*: She agrees to Monday. You call — no pick. Unknown number — pick immediately. Hears you — hangs up. Ghosts after.
That was the answer. *She told you who she was without words.*
5. *Months of silence*: You delete her, move on. Correct move.
6. *Yesterday*: “Unknown number: I need money for project.” No “Hi”, no “How far”, no “Sorry about last time”. Straight to billing.

You asked the right question: _Where do they get the confidence?_

*Where the confidence comes from*

1. *Statistics*: It works often enough. Some guys are lonely, hopeful, or think “maybe if I help, she’ll like me”. So girls run the play because the ROI is positive across 100 guys. You’re not the target — the 3 who pay are.
2. *Zero consequence*: What does she lose? Worst case you say no. Best case you send money. Her image of herself isn’t damaged because in her head, “men are supposed to help”.
3. *Transactional framing*: She never saw you as person. You were always “potential resource”. That’s why dodging the Monday meet was easy — resources don’t need face-to-face. They just need to be available when summoned.
4. *Time erases shame*: In her mind, the Monday thing is “long ago”. You’ve moved on, so she assumes you have too. People who don’t value you assume you don’t value yourself.

*Do guys really fall for it?*

Yes. Three types:

1. *The Hopeful*: “Maybe this time if I help, she’ll respect me.” He pays tuition, project, rent. She vanishes again. He learns after ₦200k.
2. *The Ego*: “I’ve made it. Let me show her I’m big now.” He pays to feel superior, not because he likes her. Transaction complete.
3. *The Naive*: Young guys who think attention = interest. They haven’t read the game yet.

You’re none of those. You asked the reflective question, deleted the number, and ignored the ask. That’s the win.

*The real insult wasn’t the money request*

It was this sequence:
*Ignored you → Dodged you → Hung up on you → Silence for months → No greeting → “Send money urgently”*

That’s not just shameless. That’s *dehumanizing*. You were never “Emeka” to her. You were “Contact: Potential Maga”. That’s why not picking your call but picking unknown number stings — it shows intent. She didn’t want _you_. She wanted _not-you_.

*Why girls keep numbers*

You’re 100% right. Phonebooks are banks. Names are categorized:
1. *Friends* – for vibes
2. *Simps* – for validation
3. *Sponsors* – for bills
4. *Emergencies* – exes/guys who once liked them

You got moved to Category 4 after Monday. Then activated when “project” appeared.

*What you did right*

1. *Took the hint on Monday*: Didn’t beg, didn’t chase. Deleted.
2. *Didn’t reopen door*: No “why did you do that” text. No lecture. Silence is the loudest answer.
3. *Recognized the pattern*: You’ve seen the game, so you won’t be in the 3 guys who pay.

*The only thing I’ll add*

Don’t let Chidimma make you cold to the next girl. Not all women run this play. The bad ones are just loud and memorable. The good ones don’t surface with billing because they’re busy building, not begging.

Your instinct was correct in Jan 2022: “Good time to start something serious”. With the right person, it would’ve been. Chidimma just showed she wasn’t it. The Monday call was God’s way of saving you months.

You lost nothing. She showed you who she was _before_ you invested. That’s cheap tuition.

*So to answer you*: Yes, some guys fall for it. The guys who haven’t been burned yet, or who tie self-worth to female attention. You’re past that now.

Keep that number deleted. If she texts again, still no response. Your peace > her project.
RomanceRe: Why is s**x the only thing men ask from ladies, in return for their favour? by essentialone(op): 8:42pm On Apr 21
Why is s**x the only thing men ask from ladies, in return for their favour?
RomanceRe: This Is How To Know That She Has Given Birth Before. Guys, Do Not Be Deceived. by essentialone(op): 7:48am On Apr 21
Tenrack:
grin worst advice ever.
Smiles. Why is it worst advice?
RomanceRe: Advice to all Men: Ignore it, and Regret it... by essentialone(op): 3:33am On Apr 21
Dear Innocent Men,🙋
Come closer, let's talk — bro to bro.

* Never play without boots no matter how good or beautiful the field is.

* Renew a players contract before they start negotiating with other clubs.

* I don't recommend signing legends, but if you must do please don't get attached.

* If a player starts causing problems in the dressing room, respectfully release the player: We don't have time for violence at the club.

* Never sign an under age player. The rules of the game are very strict, if your unsure about the age of the player ask for their birth certificate.

* Last but not the least: No player is bigger than the club!

* Finally, always have a strong bench your star players will have off days.

* Never delete an old player contact you might need them.

*;If you were accused of scoring a goal while you're still on the bench, request for VAR.

*;Make sure the player pass all medical before signing. Very important.

* Never take back a player that rejected your club for another club.

This write up is not actually about football.

Class dismissed.
Till I come your way again.
EducationRe: What ethnic group in Nigeria have the noisiest and most aggressive language? by essentialone(op): 3:31am On Apr 21
Dear Innocent Men,🙋
Come closer, let's talk — bro to bro.

* Never play without boots no matter how good or beautiful the field is.

* Renew a players contract before they start negotiating with other clubs.

* I don't recommend signing legends, but if you must do please don't get attached.

* If a player starts causing problems in the dressing room, respectfully release the player: We don't have time for violence at the club.

* Never sign an under age player. The rules of the game are very strict, if your unsure about the age of the player ask for their birth certificate.

* Last but not the least: No player is bigger than the club!

* Finally, always have a strong bench your star players will have off days.

* Never delete an old player contact you might need them.

*;If you were accused of scoring a goal while you're still on the bench, request for VAR.

*;Make sure the player pass all medical before signing. Very important.

* Never take back a player that rejected your club for another club.

This write up is not actually about football.

Class dismissed.
Till I come your way again.
BusinessRe: What will you do differently, if you were the President of Nigeria? by essentialone(op): 3:26am On Apr 21
Bro, understand that by 40, most men are not confused. They are regretful.
Because the mistakes you make with w00men in your 20s and 30s don’t just disappear. They compound. They cost you m0ney, time, peace, and sometimes your entire life direction.

Here are 7 brutal mistakes most young men make and cry about later.

First — Overvaluing kitten. You lose your mind over access. You ignore red flags. You abandon your purpose. You tolerate nonsense. All because of temporary pleasure.
By 40, you realized you sacrificed years for moments.

Second — Choosing based on beauty alone. You see body, face, curves and you think you’ve found gold. You ignore character, discipline, mindset. Then later, that same beauty becomes your biggest problem because there is no substance behind it.

Thirdly — Trying to build a w00man with no foundation. You meet someone with no direction, no structure, no discipline and you think love will fix it.
You invest time, m0ney, energy. Years later, you realize you were raising an adult who never wanted to grow.

Fourth — Ignoring body count and lifestyle. You tell yourself past is past. You ignore patterns. You ignore behavior. Then you face the consequences of poor discipline, unstable emotions, and lack of loyalty.

Fifth — Becoming a SIMPle Man. Too available. Too nice. Too agreeable. No boundaries. No backbone. You think overgiving will secure love. Instead, it kills respect. And without respect, you are finished.

Sixth — Making her your purpose. You drop your grind. You reduce your ambition. You center your life around her. You started taking the responsibility of her father
And when she leaves, you are left empty because you built your life around someone instead of something.

Seventh — Staying too long.
You see the signs early. The disrespect. Chaos. Nagging. Misalignment. But you stay. Hoping it will change. It doesn’t.
You just lose more time until you finally walk away broken and drained.

My brother, by 40, reality becomes clear.

You don’t regret the w00men you lost. You regret the time you wasted on the wrong ones. You regretted all the investment. You regret the m0ney you spent without return. You regret abandoning your purpose for temporary emotions.

Bro wake up early. Control your desires. Set standards. Choose with discipline.
Because the earlier you learn this, the less damage you carry into your future.

If this hit you hard, good. Share it with a young man who still thinks he has unlimited time to make careless decisions.

You can't continue like this bro.

Class dismissed.
Till I come your way again.
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