Comments on: Are First Impressions Really Important?

By: msbliss

msbliss — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 05:15:06 +0000

I’m sorry but first impression plays a Major role 2 me. I’m type of person who likes 2 watch peoples movements & interactions with others be4 I openly connect with them esp. Men because that will tell u a great deal about their mental state & how they react 2 different people. Respect is 1# for me because if you don’t respect people in your daily life let alone people period I have no garantee you’ll respect me.

By: Third_of_August

Third_of_August — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:08:34 +0000

@ qwerty

Hey. Hold up, now.

I’m only skeptical to protect myself from more potentially bad situations in the future. It also gives me somewhat of that ‘edge’ that too many nice guys fail to employ when dealing with women. I’ve learned even in my relatively young life that while most women SAY they want nice guys, they generally have no RESPECT or ATTRACTION toward them.

So even though I might come off as a hard-ass guy quite a bit, it’s just me being militant about my opinion on things. I’m still probably one of the most congenial guys a woman could ever get to know….but I simply do not accept garbage from anyone any longer….whenever said women actually take the time to get to know me for more than my looks, my money, or what I do for a living.

By: qwerty

qwerty — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:00:12 +0000

Seems pretty obvious you’ve had some bad experiences dating. Sorry about that. Maybe you SHOULD keep your skepticism on a little longer. smdh.

By: Third_of_August

Third_of_August — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:28:18 +0000

@ qwerty

Why shouldn’t I be skeptical? I’m potentially wasting a bunch of time and energy giving my 100 percent effort into getting to know you…..just so you can take the cheap way out and try to Internet a Brotha to death?

And to think that some women actually have the nerve to complain about guys not approaching them with class and guys that don’t practice chivalry…..some of y’all take the fun right out of dating….smh

By: amia

amia — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:14:59 +0000

@ third
you are so funny : ) bc you’re telling the truth!

By: NaturaLly Jay

NaturaLly Jay — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 04:57:31 +0000

Lol THIRD your a trip !!!….
Yes i do believe that First impressions are very important. Its going to help you remember to call that person if you got the number. it will put a smile on your face if they made you laugh by saying something lame or a joke. If we didnt have an impression from jump where would we be now. Will most of you ladies would have dated those guys if he didnt send a good vibe when you met. Will you Guys would have asked for the number if she didnt make you laugh in return and make you feel comfortable ???

By: qwerty

qwerty — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:01:56 +0000

@third of august
That is your first impression – always skeptical!

By: Nicki=Maxwell Fan

Nicki=Maxwell Fan — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:29:12 +0000

I voted “somewhat important” because although first impressions are important….You might be meeting someone for the first time….and their not their normal self,due to dramatic events happening in their lifes….such as an illing family member.

By: Gina

Gina — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:07:40 +0000

They’re important when determining how long to keep a connection or situation going, but I don’t base a person’s character on them. What if the individual was having a bad day? What if they are stressed? Short on time? Anything can cause for a bad or great first impression. I just think that other factors need to be taken into consideration before people make concrete decisions about a person.

By: Third_of_August

Third_of_August — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:30:39 +0000

@ All

What’s the point of showing off and fronting just to make yourself look good in front of others? I’d rather just be myself and whatever woman I’m dealing with can take it or leave it.

Especially since women apparently like to Google and “Don’t-Date-Him-Girl.com” a Brotha behind his back, anyway instead of getting to know a guy IN PERSON when they have the chance. (As illustrated in the “Yes, She Will Google You” thread.)