How to stop attracting boys to me?

Davao, Philippines
March 18, 2012 4:22am CST
I know this is a weird question, when you commonly hear girls asking how to attract boys to them. But my case is different and I want it to stop. I am not interested in any relationship. I'm too busy to get into one no matter what others say. I've already been asked out for many times and I had to dodge them often. I hate being asked with absurd questions like "Are you single?" when they don't see any engagement ring/wedding ring on me. They also KNOW that my civil status says YEAH, I'M SINGLE. Sad thing they don't shout And I'm not interested in any relationship. So please, MyLotters, help me out here! I know I can't change my genes that attracts the opposite gender but what can I change about me that would "shoo" away the guys? I'm wearing glasses. I've cut my hair short enough--boy cut. I bring books with me. (Yeah, dress up to be a nerd. And I admit, I'm a nerd.) But sadly my wardrobe changed so I can't wear my old loose clothes anymore. And I can't also change the school rule that I would have to wear my uniform every day except during wash day...HELP!
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25 responses
• Philippines
18 Mar 12
Aside from the outfit, I think you should reinforce your message with attitude. Simply ignoring them might not work,a s they might see it as you are holding out for more attention. I guess you can try to speak with them but tune out when they are already speaking. you will appear as a bit rude and they might leave you alone for that. I don't think that confronting them with this issue will get you far, as they might think that you are playing 'hard to get' when in reality and in your perspective, you're not. Ignoring them with a bit of attitude might give the impression that you not interested in speaking or interaction with them. It might discuorage some boys but be also ready if this tactic doesn't work. Also you might want to try to bore them if you're being trapped or forced into a conversation. Talk or babble away about things you only care about. Interrupt if you think it might discourage him further. Hope this works for you.
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• Davao, Philippines
18 Mar 12
I don't talk much. I'm the quietest gal in the school. I only usually go with girls too. Aside for that I have this guy who is almost always with me that I know is not attracted to me because we had been classmates since grade school and he knows me too much to know that I'm not interested in anybody but boys still come and ask me. Most of them are classmates in some subjects. But we don't get to talk much since most of the time after that class I'm off to my next subject. Nothing more, nothing less. I only go to school for my business there--go to school.
@shebacs (178)
• Philippines
18 Mar 12
I think you just have to turn them down firmly whenever they ask you. And don't encourage them when they're talking to you. Don't smile at them, but rather smile at the girls near you. lol Besides, a guy you could like might be interested in you and you just don't know it yet.
• Davao, Philippines
18 Mar 12
I am not interested in anyone. And I rarely smile...unless if there is something for me to smile about like something being funny. How do I get to encourage anyone when all we're going to talk about is the school lessons and stuff?
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@LittleMel (8742)
• Canada
18 Mar 12
either they are attracted to looks or it's a game they play and in the end they will only hurt you if you don't want them just tell them as is if they keep coming, be it really attracted or because they want to win a game (or a bet) competing with their friends, just keep telling them so but be more firm
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• Davao, Philippines
18 Mar 12
You know, I can't help but think like that too. But because it seems bad of me to think like that, I chose to just leave it alone for quite a while. Don't worry. I am firm in my decision to never be involved in any relationship while I am still too far away from completing my purpose in life.
@dilrajj57 (1757)
• Pakistan
18 Mar 12
If you not like to boys, you should not to contract to them and not talk to them, ignore all time.
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• Davao, Philippines
18 Mar 12
I don't want to be rude or to be a snob. I just want to discourage them. If I could, I'd wear something that says "Don't ask me out. I'll immediately turn you down."
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@dilrajj57 (1757)
• Pakistan
19 Mar 12
oh don't do so, will get more difficulties from that.
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@Leeper (79)
• South Africa
18 Mar 12
If you are walking on two legs and you are relatively attractive at the same time - you are always going to have male attention. It's just the way it goes. One day, sooner than you think, you will be thinking of these days very nostalgically and possibly even missing them. However, if you are sure you do not want their attention, and telling them to scram does not work...you can always belch and fart in public places, preferably as they approach you. Eat really loudly and slurp your drinks. You could make other noises, like clearing your nasal passages etc - no matter how hot one is, those are really off-putting behaviors. You could chat to imaginary friends, shout out random words or talk to yourself in public. (although they may just find that cute, it happens). Believe me, there is no-one hot enough to overcome that. And if you are, then you should tell the sun to get out of the sky, as there is a hotter entity within its orbit.
• Davao, Philippines
19 Mar 12
This response, Leeper, is the funniest. But you do have a point and I got you. That would be a nice thing to do if I weren't just shy in public or trying to maintain my name clear from any scandal and stuff.
• Davao, Philippines
19 Mar 12
But I did tell them that I've got this strange illness that just suddenly appears and everything about me will be red and very itchy. Sometimes I bloat and just can't get to breath...which is a real thing thanks to my asthmatic family genes. I also tell them that I have these strange dreams that tell me to keep out of them and that I believe in ghosts and the supernaturals. And that I have this one guardian with me that I cannot see but constantly feel. Pst...I never really tell the guys this but, I can feel whether they're in the same room as me because I always get this funny feeling on my side whenever they're near. It's like my guardian is poking me and saying, "Hey, that guy's here. Stay clear." or "go to that side and try not to be seen as much as possible."
• Philippines
18 Mar 12
Fart in public places? Would be better if she fart at the attracted boy instead!
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• China
18 Mar 12
if you keep trying to shooo them by trying these things then i really sorry it not gona work.. if u r so beautiful... others are also not so fools. if they like u they knw how u look and how u r.they can;t be fooled by glasses or short hairs. just be natural. and its ok if u get so responces from opp gender just take it as positive god really make u beautiful accept it ok. and best of luck
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• Philippines
19 Mar 12
Hello Rose, reading your discussion makes me think that there is something about you that makes guys attract on you. I guess you are beautiful inside and out. With regard to your question, if you really have the qualities that would make people attract on you, then you can really do nothing about it since it is what you are. If there are guys who will ask you: Are you single? Do you have a boyfriend? Can I invite you for a dinner? And so forth, just answer them truthfully, telling them that at this stage, you are not interested in committing and getting into a serious relationship, which I think is very reasonable since you are still studying. However, making yourself look nerd, wearing glasses, cutting your hair short like boy cut will not in any way stop guys from attracting you? In fact, you are making them instead feel curious about the way you are and would somehow find ways in knowing you more better. I just like to comment about the hair. It would be better if you do not cut your hair short like a boy cut since according to the Bible in 1 Corinthians 11:14-15: Does not even nature itself teach you that if a man has long hair, it is a dishonor to him, but if a woman has long hair, it is a glory to her? For her hair is given to her for a covering. So it would be better if you have long hair since it is a glory for a woman to have long hair in accordance to GOD's will. The only thing I can advise to you is that you entertain their question, but answer them truthfully about your decision, telling them not you are interested in any relationship. That is enough for them to stop asking you. GOD bless.
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• Philippines
19 Mar 12
Just typo error in my last paragraph, you can entertain their questions, but answer them truthfully that you are not interested in any relationship at this point in time. Regardless of how many guys are courting you, do not change the way you are. Be yourself and dress yourself in a modest way. In fact, GOD wants that a woman should wear in a modest way like in 1 Timothy 2:9-10: "I also want the women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, adorning themselves, not with elaborate hairstyles or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God." Hope this will somehow help you.
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• Davao, Philippines
20 Mar 12
Just curious, are you a protestant, braveheart07? Anyways, I have my reasons why I cut my hair short. I could not take care of it if it gets longer. I'm afraid I don't have the time for it. Another reason why I cut my hair short was because I've had enough with long hair. I cannot tie it up because it finds a way to loosen itself. And besides, where I lived is quite hot and my long hair gets to suffocate me along the way. Yeah, when I was still a kid, I was proud of my long hair, but that changed when I've gotten less time for myself and more time for school work and the preparation for a future I am not even sure that will come. I also used to dress modestly but I'd rather wear loose clothes because it doesn't help me much with my movements. Practicality threw away my self-consciousness. I cannot afford to look lady-like when my "job-to-be" is a technician or something like that to be surrounded by things that emits radiation and stuff that can harm the body. But thank you, for sharing those wonderful verses of the Bible! I had known that God had taught humans how to eat well and live well but not how to dress up. Thanks again and Happy MyLotting!
@Christoph56 (1504)
• Canada
19 Mar 12
Why not just get a ring that looks like a wedding ring, put it on your ring finger, and show it to any guy that starts hitting on you? Then they'll know they have no chance, and more likely stay away.
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• Davao, Philippines
20 Mar 12
That sounds nice...if only I'm not a student, I can get the ring that looks like a wedding ring...now as for the engagement ring...I better start looking.
• Philippines
20 Mar 12
yeah, that's a good idea Christoph...which reminded me I do had a girl friend before who did that thing just to get rid of the guy she didn't like, but it wasn't a wedding ring...more like just an engagement ring.
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@allknowing (130066)
• India
12 Apr 12
May be, just may be you have that 'come hither' look though not intentional!?Bad Luck Rose!
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• Davao, Philippines
12 Apr 12
I don't know about that...I always wear a poker face or a scowl. I always make sure that my face would look either the two whenever I walk about. Yeah, I smile but it's only when I talk to someone, especially when I know the person I'm talking to. Maybe it's just those guy's game or something. It can be because of my color, seeing as my skin color is quite unique compared to what they see around or because that I'm more strict to myself than others. I'm fairer skinned than the other girls and I blame it on genes. Aside for my nerdy look, I have quite some skills exhibited in school especially in programming and stuff...but I don't know if it attracts them. I thought it's the other way around until someone told me that a female programmer is...hmmm...was it rare? I don't quite remember. This just lead me to be more confused than ever. But anyways, I won't have problems much because I don't have that 'come hither' look. I'll just have to learn to leave them be and continue to discipline myself to become a responsible citizen. Thanks for responding, by the way. Really appreciated it! :)
@WakeUpKitty (8694)
• Netherlands
18 Mar 12
Be yourself and do your own thing. It's what you show others (which is not clothes, hairdress) that attracts them. If you are an open, friendly person people love to be near you. So if you are not in the mood for a talk, chat, going out show it.. build that wall around you and walk that way. Or imagine you are invisible. These are tricks but it does work!
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• Davao, Philippines
18 Mar 12
You don't know how many times I've imagined that I am invisible. But I'll try to do just as you've advised. I used to be good at being unattractive. Now that I've lost weight, I'm getting more attention, unfortunately.
@Aja103654 (5646)
• Philippines
16 Apr 12
Maybe you can tell you are in love with someone else? Make an imaginary boyfriend? But i think that would bring more trouble, especially if your suitors are persistent. They hate being lied to. But some of them would back out if you have a real person around, like a very big muscled guy that can pretend as your boyfriend that would scare them off. ehehe Or you can stay the way you are, ignore them, don't listen to them and show them you are busy. Pretend you are busy and do things that you need to do. You are not required to listen or interact with this people. If you are not interested in a relationship, they should respect that.
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• Davao, Philippines
16 Apr 12
I don't need to pretend that I'm busy. I really am busy because I cannot live being bored. I'm a workaholic. Sometimes too much that even my mom becomes concerned for my health. You are correct, though, it would make trouble to tell others that I'm in love with somebody else or already going out with a guy because others would become curious. I guess the best way to do this is to tell them that I like girl instead of guys--Just kidding! But it's a trick my classmate used to shoo guys away. I think I'll just continue to ignore them. I just need to lengthen my patience more and/or meditate more. At least as much as that I won't lose my head. Now that it's summer vacation, I can rarely see them anymore. And the other best thing is, is that my mom wants me and my brother to take a break from school so that means no OJT and 1st semester for me yet. She was scared about what happened to me last time might repeat again--it was due to over stress and over working that I got so sick I almost said "Hello" to God.--It means more time to become a mole at home. Have a nice day and Happy MyLotting!
@hunibani (720)
• Philippines
18 Mar 12
What you need to do is to just ignore them. You cannot stop people. Unless you kill them hehe
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• Davao, Philippines
18 Mar 12
Hey, that's not a bad idea. Joke.
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@vertu007 (683)
• Romania
25 Mar 12
You should try dating, it's the natural thing to do. Maybe you will change your mind if you meet a boy you like. You will make time for him. But if you don't want to attract them anymore just turn them down when they come at you with questions. If you're a cute girl there's not a lot of things you can do to make them stay away unless you stink for example and i'm sure you don't want that.
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• Davao, Philippines
25 Mar 12
You are correct...I don't want to stink. Because I smell myself too. Those guys will have to stay away though... if I smell like a skunk. But I don't wanna die by lack of oxygen too.
• Davao, Philippines
11 Apr 12
If I am correct in what you're trying to say, I'd rather make it clear by saying I am very happy with my solitude. And instead of being nice and kind, I think of myself as a villainous person who finds my advantage over everyone's dismay. I'm too frank also that people will find me too proud--that's already a fact. And I won't be changing this part of me anytime soon. I'm glad that since it's already vacation over here, I can finally stay at home and become a mole for the next few months to earn myself some money online. So I won't be having another problem like this for quite a while...
@vertu007 (683)
• Romania
25 Mar 12
As a guy I can tell you that we are attracted to the way a girl looks but for some of use personality is very important. I'm not the type of guy who likes dumb girls. So even if you say you are nerdy maybe you're a nice person and that works in your disadvantage so to speak because being attractive is definitely a good thing in life. You should give boys a chance, sooner or later you'll have to. Don't be scared that they'll take up too much of your time because you can still manage your time.
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• United States
24 Jun 12
dear sinful rose, as an aging woman who is no longer attractive and feels like an invisible woman most of the time, i am saddened and disgusted by this discussion...why don't you just enjoy what you have...yes, even if you do have beautiful and attractive ancestors and genes, believe me the day will come too soon that your beauty and freshness will have faded and you will feel very depressed and wonder what happened...i am also skeptical that this is really such a problem to you or if you are trying to attract online friends to yourself...otherwise, why such a lengthy and involved discussion...furthermore, the more you protest and say you do not want these things to happen the more it appears that you do...how do you look at other people...are you constantly comparing your own appearance with theirs...is it just that you do not feel these admirers are beautiful enough for you...perhaps also, you could consider people who have real problems in the world,,,people who are homeless, refugees, mired in poverty, etc...maybe you could just be thankful for the charmed life you appear to have and put your energy into helping others rather than constantly worrying about this superficial subject...as i said at first, don't worry you will not be beautiful forever...
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• Davao, Philippines
24 Jun 12
Hello, psychoartist! Thanks for communicating your thoughts...and I appreciate the frankness very much. I can only dream of the day when I become frail and gray, as it would seem that I could not reach the age where I'll go old... And I wonder if I will really feel depressed should I become old. I always think of myself as a being of solitude. I am happiest whenever I am alone. Don't worry, also, this discussion is not to attract future online friends or something that has a hidden agenda. I started this discussion in order to find ways to really stop my actual dilemma--mine and my sister's, actually but this is a discussion created by me alone so I'm alone at this. But now that I am to stay home for quite a long while, I guess you could say that I have no problems now regarding people looking at me like I grew another head. How do I look at other people? I see them as prospective employees/customers to my plans in the future should I be successful in making a business/corporation or a prospect business to invest in. There is no need for me to compare myself to them, physically or mentally. Should I compare myself to someone who is unique? I also thought of the problems of the world, focusing on my local area for at least a decade--yes, I spent most of my teenage life thinking of all the problems of the world and "why the heck am I in it?". Philippines is a country that is trying to survive in a very big and competitive world. And the only answer I can think of is if someone would give the people at least one of what they need that might solve quite a percentage to it's overall problems. My function? If I am successful with my current plans...and still living, I can provide the jobless with jobs in the next 5 years--so long as they are capable of it. The hungry, homeless and people who are in poverty? That's the reason why there's charity. If I have a proper income, why can't I give the charity 25% of what I earn? So long as I know that in order for me to gain something valuable, I have to let go of something valuable for others as well. In order to be rich, one has to have nothing. Have you noticed that most of the poor people has everything yet they still see poverty in their life? It's quite a mystery to me. They have a lot of money--cash on hand--compared to those people who are rich. Should I really be thankful that I am born? I only know that my existence--a very short one at that--has a purpose. And it does not involve me finding a partner or friends...So yeah, I am way ahead of you on your advice to me. I already started with my struggle to learn and make money while I still have no employment. But I am thankful for the reminder...that I have less time at hand so I need to hasten the process of things around me, so that I can finally create my last will and testament and finally rest in peace than die and still leave my family with debts. Have a nice day and Happy Mylotting!
@applefreak (3130)
• Singapore
19 Mar 12
what i usually do is pretend that i'm already in a relationship. wear a ring, bring a 'boyfriend' around or something. kind of announce to the whole world that 'I'M NOT SINGLE'. that works pretty well for me. at least they stop bothering me. it won't stop the looks though, they'd still look. but at least they won't bother you anymore.
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• Davao, Philippines
20 Mar 12
I'm okay with just looking. I'm thinking that this might just work...if I could just get a guy to help me around. Maybe I can ask a friend or something, but it kinda makes me feel bad using another person just to get what I want for an end. But I'll try this...if I can...
• Philippines
19 Mar 12
I don't there's ever gonna be a way to stop the boys from being attracted to you my friend... specially if you're pretty. No matter how you disguise yourself as a nerd, if those boys know how to see real beauty, they will and still be attracted to you. Come on, just let them be...they're boys and you're a girl...just let them chase you, how difficult can that be on your part? LOL! unless you're ahhh... lesbian... are you??
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• Davao, Philippines
19 Mar 12
No, I don't think so. Honestly...I don't know. I've never really been attracted to anyone since birth. Yeah, I've got crushes like, I like his hair, I like his voice or I like how funny he is but not 'like' like 'the like' towards another person. It's difficult, yeah, emotionally, considering that I don't want to seem rude or snobbish...it became more difficult when one of my mentors told me that college is a hunting ground for guys. I don't think I am that pretty but, I am fair skinned compared to other girls...so I am quite noticeable in a crowd but not standing out, I think...I wish.
@jricky1 (6800)
• China
20 Mar 12
You must be attractive enough to attract so many people close to you.BUt anyway,just flow it and let it be.Maybe you will find your mr.right and the right person for you.You don't need to push all them away,may be there is good guy also.
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• Davao, Philippines
20 Mar 12
lol. I don't think I'm attractive enough to get prince charming to kneel down in front of me. And I am not after Mr. Right or Mr. Rich or anyone right now. I just want peace and not feeling like I'm under watch at all or being asked out. I WANT to push them all away at the moment...or any moment...maybe I should get into meditation everyday to stop the stress from building up...maybe that will help me... -__-"
@davaome (1826)
• Philippines
20 Mar 12
I actually like girls with glasses :D hmmmm... if you really are a very attractive person, even how much you change your wardrobe, you would still look attractive, in plain clothes, or even if you go out in your pajamas. You can't really shoo away all the guys, because in a way other guys may dislike your being the nerdy type, but there are also guys that like that kind of girl. the first thing that came to my mind to shoo away other guys would be to "pretend" to be in a relationship with someone, so you could easily say to the guys, "i'm sorry, i'm taken". you could ask some of you're guy friends to help you out, it's risky, but you could get rid of the majority of the guys following you around. Hoped to have helped you a little bit. have a nice day
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• Davao, Philippines
20 Mar 12
I've thought about this idea for quite a while but may I know what you mean about risky? I'm feeling guilty enough just thinking of using a friend to just get what I want but how is this course of action risky? Just curious and I really want to know.
@myzhian (584)
• Philippines
19 Mar 12
There is no such way to stop people or boys show admiration to an individual especially if you are so blessed with physical looks. Maybe the best way you could do is too ignore them! The decision is all yours and they can do nothing about it.
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• Davao, Philippines
20 Mar 12
Maybe you're right. It's okay to be admired, just not to be approached and to be asked out by a fellow class-man or by a total stranger. Because it really gets on the nerves whenever I go to a public place alone and am in a hurry to get back to some appointment...
@bonding2 (219)
• South Africa
19 Mar 12
if you are pretty ,you are pretty ,it cant be changed ,may be it is your personality that attracts them .please allow them to compliment you ,stop avoiding them. Unless you are underage then.
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• Davao, Philippines
19 Mar 12
I am underage in my head, yeah. I am not prepared to be in a relationship and I don't want to be in a relationship especially when I still haven't finished my true purpose in life...my goal. I find that if I will be in a relationship at this time, it would become a wall to what I wish to achieve and that is something I would want to avoid at all costs...Do you get what I mean?