The REAL Reason Guys Stare But Don’t Approach You! | (No, it’s not because he’s scared)

Summary

The speaker addresses why some men may look at women without making a move, debunking the misconception that it stems from fear. Instead, he explains that many men expect rejection based on a woman's body language. Factors such as a woman's 'resting face' or her perceived disinterest often deter men from approaching. He also highlights various reasons for hesitation, including men being in relationships or part of a new generation expecting women to take the lead. The speaker offers advice to women on how to signal their interest subtly if they want to be approached.

Takeaways

• 😎 It's not fear that prevents a man from approaching a woman, but the expectation of rejection based on body language.
• 💍 Some men look but don't approach because they're in relationships or are trying to respect boundaries.
• 🤨 Men might avoid making a move if they sense negative body language, such as a resting angry face.
• 👀 If a man notices a woman with what appears to be a disinterested or unfriendly expression, he will likely not approach.
• 🙄 Women with resting angry faces tend to reject men more publicly and harshly, discouraging potential advances.
• 😤 A man's decision not to approach may be influenced by the woman's mood or signals, not necessarily his own fear or insecurity.
• 💭 Men sometimes overanalyze situations, wondering if a woman is in a bad mood, having a tough day, or just not interested.
• 😏 Women who want to be approached can give inviting looks or subtle signals to encourage the man to make a move.
• 👁️ Two common signals from women to encourage approach: a look that says ‘come ask for my number’ or ‘hurry up before time runs out’.
• 💡 The key reason a man might not approach after staring is not about fear but a calculated decision to avoid wasting time based on the woman's nonverbal cues.

Q & A

Why might a man look at a woman but not approach her?

It's not necessarily because of fear; rather, it could be due to the expectation of rejection based on the woman's body language.

What could cause a man to not approach even if he is confident?

He might sense from the woman's body language that she doesn't want to be approached or is having a bad day, so he chooses not to waste either of their time.

What does the speaker say about men who look but don’t make a move?

The speaker mentions that it’s often due to reasons like the man being in a relationship, respecting boundaries, or misinterpreting the woman’s body language.

How does 'resting [__] face' factor into a man not approaching a woman?

A woman with 'resting [__] face' may unintentionally give off signals that she doesn't want to be bothered, which discourages a man from approaching her.

Why might a man feel it's not worth approaching a woman with 'resting [__] face'?

He might fear a public rejection, as women with 'resting [__] face' are perceived as likely to reject someone in a way that others notice.

What advice does the speaker give to women who want to be approached by men?

Women should try to give off inviting signals, like a friendly smile or playful eye contact, to let the man know they are open to being approached.

What does the speaker say about men who expect women to approach them?

Some men from the 'new generation' believe that women should be the ones to pursue and court them.

What are two ways a woman can signal to a man that he should approach her?

One way is to give him a look that says 'Are you going to come over and ask for my name?' The second way is to glance at him with a slight grin as if to say 'You better hurry up if you're going to make a move.'

What does the speaker say about men’s perception of rejection?

The speaker explains that men often expect rejection based on women’s body language, even if they are confident and not necessarily scared.

How does the speaker suggest a woman can control the outcome of being approached?

The speaker suggests that a woman can give off welcoming or playful body language if she is interested in being approached, which can influence a man’s decision to make a move.