Short quips or full write-ups—keep it real.
Hard pass.
Ask yourself: if you pulled your resources tomorrow, would her interest look the same? That question cuts through illusions quickly.
Simple.
The moment gifts replace presence, you’ve already set the wrong frame. Lead with time and attention standards, not purchases.
Guy, stop negotiating your standards.
The moment gifts replace presence, you’ve already set the wrong frame. Lead with time and attention standards, not purchases.
Look at the patterns, not the promises. People reveal themselves in scheduling, planning, and follow-through. If it’s all vibes and no logistics, it’s a no.
Guy, stop negotiating your standards.
The play is simple: mirror her effort. If she’s slow, you slow down. If she invests, you invest. Any imbalance exposes intent fast without you doing extra work.
If it costs you peace, it’s overpriced.
If it costs you peace, it’s overpriced.
This. 100%.
Return on attention matters more than return on investment.
Look at the patterns, not the promises. People reveal themselves in scheduling, planning, and follow-through. If it’s all vibes and no logistics, it’s a no.
