smarts?

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smarts?
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Tue, 04-19-2005 - 9:51am
Do you think that some men find intelligent women a bit intimidating and enough so to stay away?

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Registered: 03-20-2003
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 11:22am

Definitely.

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Registered: 03-18-2005
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 12:31pm

Just like everything in life – yes there are some and there are also a lot of men who won’t date a woman who has her own ideas and opinions.


 
 
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Registered: 05-14-1999
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 2:51pm
I have a girlfriend who will be getting
her MBA in May. She is absolutely
gorgeous but she can not find a good
man. She's been single for almost two
years now. I just can't believe it!
She's well educated, can cook, is well
read/travelled but she's also very
independent and has strong opinions.
She's very "out there" socially and
makes it known that she's ready to
settle down but at the same time, it's
obvious she is not desperate. What are
men looking for? They say they want
women like her but do they really?
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Registered: 01-12-2005
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 5:37pm

ivos...


Pianoguy thinks the only time a man is intimidated by an intelligent woman is when she flaunts her IQ and puts his down!


Most of us appreciate a stimulating conversation.


The only danger I find is this.

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Registered: 03-05-2004
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 5:45pm

I often wonder what makes a guy back off. And I have noticed plenty that do when they realize I have a home, car, and earn my own money. I think it

Michele
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Registered: 02-02-2004
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 6:05pm

I think I'm running into a bit of that myself. While I am opinionated, I don't state opposing views just to argue.

I've had a few conversations with this one guy. We are in agreement on most things. We'll see where it goes.

I read an article somewhere that pretty much said that men wanted a women that was financially stable, but not too successful and not too smart either.

But just about every profile you look at states they want a woman that is financially stable, independent, yada yada!!! Whatever!!!

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Registered: 03-18-2005
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 6:20pm
You wrote:
 
 
iVillage Member
Registered: 01-31-2004
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 8:23pm

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Yep.

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Registered: 11-16-2003
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 8:36pm
Great points. I have often wondered this myself. Are guys truly intimidated by a woman that has it all together-a good career, financially stable, own home, good head on her shoulders, and good relationships with friends and family? Most men claim that this is what they are seeking, but is that really the case?
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Registered: 01-31-2004
In reply to: ivos2004
Tue, 04-19-2005 - 8:37pm

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I am constantly amazed at how many profiles state that they want strong, independent woman. The reality is quite different.
I got to the point that I don't lay out whole a lot about myself, my convictions, I try to hold back so not to come across as know it all, seeing it all. I let them talk and I would listen.
In all actuality - I have experienced a lot, I have read, I've learned, I did travel. I am curious by nature, I can't help it, I can't stay still - I want to learn and experience as much as possible. I love philosophy.. At last, I do think, think a lot..
I believe I did mention this one guy I was set up with that I was afraid to say much too because I was affraid he would have no clue and I didn't want to embarrass him.
I did meet a few men that liked me whole a lot but unfortunately I didn't find the physical chemistry there on my part.

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