A couple months ago i (22yo) made a post about trying to improve my social skills/ dating life. Any help is appreciated as this is my best attempt so far. (TLDR); First drinks date, escalation went OK, was clearly DTF, but after suggesting hotel (couldnt do either of our places that night) resistance started (shit like "next time" and "i gotta get back") I didn't know what to do so my inexperience cost me an easy lay. Suggestions to improve and not fuck up next time?
So i approached this girl in college after IOI's, went on a coffee date next to school ( i struggle a bit with rapport building so this is my fix for now). A week goes by without talking so i text her to hang out for drinks (offered 2 weekdays) we agree on 1 easily and i stop texting. Day of date she texts me are we still going (IOI?) i'm like sure wear sth nice.
On the date i slowly kino (been 2 yrs since last date ... ), but an hour into the date im like wtf i gotta man up. So i escalate and eventually was making out with her and touching her boobs in the bar. I realized it was on so we left the bar, I took her for a walk to chill somewhere secluded to make out and figure out where to f close (could not do my house that day). During the walk we were making out heavily and she randomly said shes not looking for a relationship atm. I responded " I didn't say anything about a relationship tho". (here i think i responded well but seems i must give off relationship vibes somehow?). Learned she had a roommate so hers wasn't an option either.
That's when i lost my frame. We get in my car and i say sth along the lines of "we really need to go to a hotel to continue the vibe". That's when she started saying shit like next time, i need to go home etc... BUT she started making out again w me (so shes not rly in a rush) and we jump in the back of the car and i got her grinding on my lap while i was in her bra. Now i get rly confused as i suggest a hotel again as this is a public street with ppl walking by and i'm not into the idea of car sex, but she says she rly needs to get back? I say ok and stop making out but she says "did that bother you?" I said no but i think she could see i was unsure of what to do. Anyway, she continues making out but after a bit i stop bc it was pointless. (was it?) Felt like she would not stop anytime soon so that added to the confusion.
She wanted to uber home but i offered to take her home in hopes of taking her somewhere secluded to see what happens ( didn't try after all ). She was making out w me again during the ride and when we were outside hers i kissed her gn whatever. (I now realize i should have let her take an uber since she didnt even put out... would have probably increased chances of her still being DTF for next time. Ughh my beta part is not dead yet...)
Considering the above and the fact that she doesn't offer to pay or even say thanks (wtf ?) i think the best thing to do is to just text her after the weekend and tell her to come over to check out my alcohol collection (thats my best at creating plausible deniability LOL) assuming shes still DTF. If she says no = next. I'm bummed i missed an easy lay and bc i heard girls may not give a 2nd chance if u fuck up when shes clearly dtf. Im only now experiencing such slutiness irl and seeing TRP in action as just a couple years ago i thought girls were pure and innocent (riiight).
Say i could have done my place that night would it have made a difference (perhaps hotel worsens ASD and needs way more work) or did i fuck up elsewhere too? I have not looked into asd/lmr much as i did not expect this much progress honestly; i hoped i would be lucky not to get it this time (well..). What do you guys think? What are the key lessons here for everyone? What could i have done differently? What should i do now? Thank you so much for your time, means a lot for a newbie..
Artemis 2mo ago Stickied
Trying to answer my own questions: Guess i should have ended the date and let her uber after the second no since she wasnt going along and i could not turn it around. (But why?)
Obviously i should create more dating opportunities for experience and to care less about any single date.. (lay or not)
Also, a solid lay plan should exist before the date so as to reduce complications and making things more difficult for no reason.
The rest i cant answer yet, so i gotta study the sidebar and rp material more.
Any suggestions would be appreciated if you guys can point out what i did really wrong so i focus better on my issues.
Hopefully others can learn something too from this, thanks.
Vermillion-Rx Admin 2mo ago
Have you read the sidebar? You kind of answered what to do but not why you think any of this happened.
(I didn't read the post yet)
But if you didn't read the sidebar you need to start there
THE SIDEBAR
mattyanon Admin 2mo ago
Ok, so you're a bit miscalibrated here. You say she's clearly down to fuck, but then she won't go to a hotel to fuck. So she wasn't DTF.
Women flirt like mad to maintain your interest while they work out what they want. This is normal behaviour, and you have to get used to it. They also flirt like mad to get drinks, food, attention, commitment, etc. And for sex, but it all varies a lot between women.
Why do you think you lost an easy lay? Because she flirted like mad then changed her mind?
This is normal.... they are handing out misleading signs in order to GET THINGS. It's your job to navigate this, tease, call her bluff, etc.
So don't feel too bad about it.
Rapport comes after attraction, not before. Rapport is easy when the girl is attracted, she'll do more than half the work.
That's not an IOI, jeez....... that's wanting to meet up and clarifying arrangements.
good
good, but avoid groping her tits in the bar. It's great fun to do, but it will not make her feel good about being with you in future because you made her look/feel slutty IN FRONT OF OTHER PEOPLE.
You need logistics in place better than this. You need to know options in advance.
good
Yeah, going for a walk together is giving off boyfriendy vibes.
urgh. You know you fucked up.
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she is reluctant to be completely alone with you, good chance she doesn't want first-date / one-night-stand sex.
something about hotel together is freaking her out, and you keep bringing it up.
yes it was..... why keep making out if it's going nowhere? better to tease her.
right
sounds like she likes you but for whatever reason isn't ready for full sex yet. and hotel together means full sex...... and good chance you made her feel a bit awkward.
Look, your best bet for fast sex is this:
That's the best bet.
Anything else the trick is to handle the hurdles as smoothly and easily as possible to avoid LMR kicking in.
that's women for you
I suggest some normal playful texting, with long teasing gaps. Don't invite to anything too quickly.
it's shit and you know it.
Meet close to you and invite her over for something better than alcohol collection. If nothing better than that, you need to work on your place :)
It's not as simple as her being DTF or not. You need to make her comfortable, relaxed, not judged.... and she must be motivated. One big demotivation for girls to have sex is believing that withholding sex will get her commitment. If you keep on trying and trying and trying, she'll just keep milking you for attention. If there are long gaps, and she feels she hasn't "got you", she'll be more motivated to have sex to keep your interest.
You didn't miss an easy lay...... this is standard first date stuff with an inexperienced guy and girls being girls. I think these girls are attracted to you, but you've got some more steps on your self improvement journey to figure this stuff out and navigate it.
Get yourself as many opportunities as you can to minimise the emotional significance of each one.
Well, you escalated, so it's fine.
I don't think she's 100% DTF, I think that's girls being a bit misleading.
Yeah, you've a lot to learn.
Not sure.
Girls will flirt to play for time, and flirt to get out of situations they don't want to be in.
They'll also throw down LMR because they don't like you....... AND.... because they want to use it as a gambit to keep you.
You avoid the latter by internally knowing/feeling/being someone who is "Sure, I've got some patience, but I've also got other options, so if she doesn't fuck me I'll go right back to my other fuckbuddies".
Also, don't keep perpetually committing to the next date immediately after or during the first.... that level of commitment makes her feel she's got you, and removes fear of losing you. Fear of losing you is a big sex motivator.
Meeting at your place and then going out and back is ideal...... you'll learn this stuff, how to be smooth and how to set up logistics in your favour. Hotel might sound seedy to her, or it might be exciting. Depends on the girl. But this sounds like ASD to me, which you handle by being a fuck tonne smoother in your logistics my man.
Good! better to experience it than to read about it.
No-Stress-Cat 2mo ago
You forgot the plausible deniability. If you're going to do the hotel thing, rent the room beforehand.
"Looks like I forgot something back at the hotel. Just going to pop over and grab it."
"Come on in for a minute. I don't want to leave you sitting out here in the car by yourself."
Artemis 2mo ago
Sounds good, but for a first evening date i think prebooking is not good. I had no idea how it was gonna go.
For a second date after having escalated on the first, sure.
Vermillion-Rx Admin 2mo ago
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pofkaf 1 2mo ago
Sounds like the main thing you need to focus on is figuring out logistics. Why can't you bring girls back to wherever you live? You're young so I imagine you still live with your parents right? The solution to that is to save money and move out asap.
Also you have to get more comfortable with banging around roommates. In my experience when a chick brings a guy to her apartment, the roommate understands what's up and either burrows into her own room or leaves for awhile. Usually not a big deal.
A common shit test goes something like this. Her: "Ugh my roommate is home." You: "That's great, she can join!" She'll roll her eyes but if she's horny enough, it's fairly easy to go back to her place.
Re: relationship vibes. Don't look too deep into her comments. You didn't necessarily give off "relationship vibes." She's just giving up ASD and didn't know how else to articulate her emotions. You gave a good answer.
Artemis 2mo ago
I'll try that response if i get into a similar situation. Will for sure be interesting if she's down lol.
Though you are right, i should have a spot to bring girls over so i dont worry about this and make it easier for me.
I can get the place for myself on occasion for a night. You think i should try one more date? Or just next and cut my losses?
Jackmoter 2mo ago
With the whole relationship thing it really depends on your tone. Remember you should be incorporating amused mastery into your dates (and life in general).
Deliver it with a smirk. "Who said anything about a relationship?" or even better "That's cool... so anyway, Interesting conversation".
WATCH WHAT SHE DOES NOT WHAT SHE SAYS.
Her: "I need to go home" You: with grin "I bet you do" Keep escalating...
"We need to go to a hotel" STFU, lead. That sounds like you were expecting her to lead you to a hotel. Also you were in a car. You could have driven anywhere secluded, or any forest on the pretence of going for a walk in nature and shagged behind a rock.
Kissing is fun, you don't have to have sex on the first date. Especially if you don't have the logistics.
There is nothing wrong with dropping a girl off home. Unless you did it with the sole intention of hoping she would invite you in. That's gay.
The fact you escalated this far on your first date in 2 years is good and impressive. I'd guess you're decently attractive, but kind of autistic. Just like the rest of us then.
Artemis 2mo ago
Haha glad to be a part of the tribe then.
This was my first experience with LMR so i just started being anxious and could not think clearly. I think i really need to internalize the fact that these things they say are only a "soft no" /test and should practically disregard them and do my thing unless i get a "hard no" later thats hard to miss (same with kino). I've noticed any pullback from a girl throws me off my game (and it's hard to hide for now)
About the dropping off i'm worried i might've shown too much investment, too early. I gave up for the night (sex wise) before the ride so no expectations.
Do you think i should just invite her over next time, or go on a low effort date, reescalate hard, and bring her back to mine?
Jackmoter 2mo ago
Don't sweat that sort of stuff. You'd be amazed at the shit you can get away with in the early days when a girl is into you.
It's only a bad thing if you didn't actually want to do it. Does dropping her off align with your frame? Do you believe it was your duty to make sure she got home safe? Or is your frame more, this hoe can get home however she likes? Up to you.
You could invite her on a date but tell her to meet at yours. Then when she arrives say you're running a bit late and she should come up, if the attraction is there then bobs your uncle. If not, go on the date and reassess.
Artemis 2mo ago
Well i did wanna do it. But i think it adds to the "relationship vibe" and she might think im pushing for it?. I think she could probably tell im somewhat inexperienced and reconsidered the lay. (at least for that night?). I also interpreted the "next time" she threw as a rejection. (Just like girls say i'll think about it = NO). Was i correct?
The date idea sounds alright, but seems a bit forced to me, not sure if i will be able to pull it off smoothly. (because i lost frame after her resistance)
Would it not be preferable/ easier to just meet her out to shoot pool or bowling and then say "let's go to chill at mine for a drink" ? I don't know about picking her up; i've seen some people suggest it, while others suggest meeting at x place or coming over. Are there any positives to the former?
Jackmoter 2mo ago
You're sweating the small stuff incredibly hard bro. I think you'd love the book "The Art of Seduction" because it breaks down seduction to autistically specific levels haha.
Relationship vibe my arse. Do whatever the fuck you want. It was the first time you met the girl.
I doubt she thought you were inexperienced. But you did not lead and she could feel that. By offering you another chance on another day she is literally checking to see if you can lead the interaction. Once is an accident... twice is a coincidence... three times is a pattern. Don't let it get there, just lead her and have your date planned out.
Stop worrying about what happened on the first date. It has no bearing on your next date, if you restrict yourself because of what you did before its a one way street to overthinking autistic failure.
Do whatever is most convenient for you. This isn't about which method is more alpha or beta. It's simply about what YOU prefer. I have had women meet me at my flat because it was convenient, I have met women at bars because it was convenient and I have picked them up because I needed to, to execute my plan for the date.
Artemis 2mo ago
Thanks, i'll check out the book. RN im reading the entire sidebar to hopefully get some more answers.
I also need to actually apply these things IRL, but have successfuly created very few opportunities so far. After reading the reformed incel post i keep worrying i might end up wasting so many years if i don't try 100% to escape... Every guy i meet is like "how tf do u not get laid u have so many things going for you at 22"(tall, athletic figure, fast car and motorcycle) and look at me sideways (rightfully so). It makes me feel horrible.
Doubt the 2nd chance tho. I messaged her but shes on vacation for 10 days ( told me beforehand, I forgot when she was leaving), so i just told her to enjoy and shoot me a message when back to hang out. She said sure and added "or maybe after finals we can talk" (which is another 10 days later). I didn't respond anything. I think the best plan is to wait until she reaches out again and then close the deal. If she doesn't, do i text her for a final shot after the finals, or do i keep my pride, leaving her on read?
Jackmoter 2mo ago
It's not about your pride. Pride is gay.
You can reply to her message if you want to, it doesn't really matter. Then mute her number, archive the chat and focus on other women. If you remember she exists after your finals are done then sure send her a text, but don't expect much.
But if you spend 2 weeks doing fuck all counting down the days till you can text her... that's gay and she'll be able to smell the desperation on you.
You're a cool guy, who lives a cool life, and does cool things. Women are an addition to your life, they should improve it. They should not consume your resources extensively. So you can invite her to join you in doing something cool if that would add to your life. And if she leaves you on read, or says no, then.... her loss.
Stop telling people you don't get laid. Just Agree and Amplify and be mysterious.
Artemis 2mo ago
Got it. I am working to hopefully reach the "cool life" part. It may be hard, but it will be worth it. I'm at the point where i need external success to build confidence.. I just can't make it happen YET. Well, time to hit a new PR.
Everyone is at a different stage, but we are all trying to improve one way or another. Thanks bro.
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