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3 Reasons Why a Man Shouldn’t Chase After a Woman (1310 hits)


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“Men are supposed to be the hunters” is what a lot of people will say. According to these people, it is your job as a man to initiate the pursuit of a woman, and to put in maximum effort to show her you want her. To some extent, I completely understand that perception. But it can reach a point where it becomes flawed.

A man should definitely be willing to do his part in the process of finding a good woman. However, he should not have to chase after any woman. So much wrong can occur for a man by over doing his pursuit to get to know someone, and create a relationship with them. This doesn’t mean every situation ends with negative results, but here are three reasons why, in most cases, chasing after a woman should be avoided.

There’s a Thin Line Between Desire & Desperation

Everybody likes to feel desired. There is absolutely nothing wrong with showing someone you want them and truly want to be with them. However, there is a line that gets crossed when your pursuit turns into chasing. At first, it may not seem too bad, but as mentioned in my book He Who Finds A Wife,  a man will eventually start to look desperate (thirsty), and women do not find that attractive.

As a man, you have to find the right amount of showing effort and desire, without taking things unnecessarily too far. If a woman isn’t receptive to your efforts, then she likely just isn’t interested. If she does have some interest, but thinks a man is supposed to chase after her, then take heed to what’s next on this list.

It’s a Sign of Trouble to Come

How you start can be exactly how you finish. When finding yourself in the position of chasing after a woman, you have to understand what you may be setting the stage for. If you succeed in getting her, are you prepared to have a dynamic where you are constantly expected to make more of an effort than she is? If not, then you may want to pump the brakes on this chasing thing.

I am in no way saying this is how it always plays out for a man who chased after a woman, but it certainly is how things go for a lot of men who have. Many have found themselves in a relationship or marriage where the burden of effort is constantly placed on them, while the woman gets to take a wait and see approach. This only leads to bigger issues and more frustration later. A scenario you really will not want to deal with.

An Unnecessary Distraction

You know when you chase something, you become very focused on it. At times, the desire to catch what you’re chasing will start to consume you. This is not going to be in your best interest. When you are chasing after a woman, you have now taken your eyes off the bigger prize, which is your growth as a man.

You will be so caught up in trying to find ways to get her, that you may essentially lose yourself in the chase. To make matters worse, if she isn’t truly the one for you, then you are only hindering your ability to receive the one who is. So one way or another, you will now be getting in your own way.  And if that chase doesn’t get you what you wanted, then you’ll likely end up hurt, damaged, and deflated from the process.

Ultimately you are better served staying focused on what you need to do in your life. If she is interested, then let her meet you half way. If she can’t do that, then she is either not ready, not interested enough, or simply looking to take advantage of your desire for her. Continue to work on being the best man you can be, and in doing that, you will be able to attract the woman who is truly best for you….and you won’t have to chase her, because you two will be running towards each other to build a great and special relationship.

Go and get your copy of the book He Who Finds A Wife today atwww.hewhofinds.com  You can also purchase your copy here for Kindle or in PDFformat.

BMWK, Do you ever see the value of chasing after women? 

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Stephan Labossiere wrote 52 articles on this blog.

Stephan Labossiere is a Certified Life & Relationship Coach, Speaker, and Author of the #1 Best Seller "God Where Is My Boaz" as well as the Award Winning book "How To Get A Woman To Have s*x With You...If You're Her Husband". Stephan is on a mission to help men and women experience happier, healthier, and more fulfilling relationships. He is a highly sought after coach and speaker who has been seen, heard and chronicled in various national and international media outlets. You can also checkout Stephan on Youtube.

Posted By: Yaiqab Saint
Friday, June 19th 2015 at 6:42PM
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I agree with Stephan the "CHASE" needs to be done with style and dignity without coming across as thirsty!

Besides women love the unexpected at times; get your grind on and set-up some surprises with your moves and keep it fresh.

The 'status quo' is the enemy at times !!!!!!!!
Friday, June 19th 2015 at 7:46PM
Yaiqab Saint
Saint,
..."Ultimately you are better served staying focused on what you need to do in your life. If she is interested, then let her meet you half way. If she can’t do that, then she is either not ready, not interested enough, or simply looking to take advantage of your desire for her."...

I think Mr. Labossiere is misguided. He needs to know that from my point of view men are suppose to pursue and not the other way around. Sure, we make ourselves approachable with a smile or a kind hello to let our men know that we're interested but after that ... potential suitors have to show us something more!

Forget the meeting him halfway business; we have to take it slow to find out where his heart is. Women are more vulnerable in these situations many times because we love our men hard even when they disappoint us. So for Mr. Labossiere to come to this conclusion is preposterous and laughable at best ~Ha!

this is the reason, I admire African men... I certainly hope Mr. Labossiere isn't because if he is ... he's a disgrace to the men that put the 'P' in pursuit!


lol

Sunday, June 21st 2015 at 11:45AM
Jeni Fa
Getting a woman is easy. You don't even have to try really.
Sunday, June 21st 2015 at 2:18PM
Steve Williams
@ Steve,

Touché but he's not talking about any kind of woman but finding a good woman so for that, a man has to pursue.



Sunday, June 21st 2015 at 3:29PM
Jeni Fa
Jen,

I haven't pursued a woman in a long time, but I understand what you're saying. But I do have a genuine interest in women and that just naturally elicits their interest. Sometimes I'm taken aback by it, like when I went to lunch the other day, just being friendly but the pretty young waitress stopped what she was doing and was all smiles. I enjoy talking to people, I do it all the time, like when I'm in the grocery store, looking for something, or an opinion on something. And it doesn't depend on age or s*x. A guy about my age was trying to decide on brie, and I was getting some too so I asked had he tried the Ile de France, my personal favorite. I told him it was expensive but well worth it and he didn't hesitate to pick one up. My point is, male or female, people respond when you are genuinely friendly, without ulterior motives.

Sunday, June 21st 2015 at 4:13PM
Steve Williams
Well, you have point that typically people respond when it's genuine. That I agree.





Monday, June 22nd 2015 at 1:03PM
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