PsycHacks Episode 526: I did (why women are mean to men who like them)
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Jun 13, 2025 Explore the intriguing dynamics of attraction as the speaker discusses why women can be unkind to men who show interest. Personal anecdotes from acting school illustrate how self-belief plays a crucial role in social interactions. The podcast dives into the psychological implications of perceived social status and its effect on relationships. Along the way, listeners are motivated to embrace self-awareness and resilience, reinforcing the idea that true confidence doesn't rely on external validation.
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Self-Belief Drives Success
- Belief in yourself is what ultimately determines your accomplishments.
- External validation or disbelief from others doesn't impact what you can achieve if you believe in yourself.
Early College Crush Rejection
- Orion struggled socially during his first year at NYU acting conservatory and developed a crush on a woman.
- She was hostile and mean to him, especially in public, which confused and hurt him.
Status Explains Hostile Reactions
- Women may be mean to men who like them due to perceived status differences.
- Women prefer to date "up" in status, so low-status men's advances can feel insulting or delusional to them.
