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AIBU?

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To think men want love while women want status and both lie about it?

28 replies

BluntVelvetOtter · 10/11/2025 18:52

I’m not saying that’s all we want but biologically and socially, it seems true. Men crave admiration, women crave security. Yet both dress it up as “connection” or “chemistry.” AIBU to think honesty about that would make dating less confusing?

OP posts:
ThatCyanCat · 10/11/2025 18:54

What?

NoSoupForU · 10/11/2025 18:53

Men and women are all different so don't all want or need the same things.

FaitesVosJeux · 10/11/2025 18:53

Christ - what is this? The opening round of the Navel Gazing Championships 2025?

It's ok OP. You win.