HOW A WOMAN SHOULD RESPOND TO GAMES MEN PLAY by RC Blakes

Recent questions

• How are women advised to approach relationships?

  Women are advised to be cautious and wise in their interactions with men, recognizing potential red flags like men asking about their job and income. They are encouraged not to pursue relationships if they feel vulnerable or seek validation through them. The text emphasizes the importance of women conducting their own investigations into men's intentions before committing to relationships, as most men are seen as dishonest. Practical advice is given on how women can respond to probing questions from men, urging them to be discerning and avoid deception in relationships.

• What tactics do men use in relationships?

  Men are portrayed as often deceptive in relationships, with ulterior motives like financial gain or manipulation. They may use specific words like "I love you" to manipulate women into bed after investing time and money in the relationship. Men may claim, "I've never met a woman like you before," to manipulate women with low self-esteem through flattery. Sincere men are described as showing admiration through consistent behavior, generosity, attentiveness, and non-sexual affection. Women are cautioned against believing declarations of love too quickly, as they may be manipulative tactics.

• How can women discern men's intentions?

  Women are advised to question men's intentions when hearing statements like "I've never met a woman like you before" to discern sincerity. Asking men about the type of women they usually meet and what sets the woman apart can reveal their true intentions. Different Greek words for love (philia, Eros, Agape) signify various meanings and intentions behind saying "I love you." The text stresses the importance of women conducting their own investigations into men's intentions before committing to relationships, urging them to be cautious and wise in their interactions with men.

• What does it mean when a man suggests a woman could be wifey?

  When a man suggests a woman could be wifey, it may mislead women into believing it's a marriage proposal when it's not a commitment. This statement often leads women to act as a wife without a clear commitment or covenant, similar to a football player playing without a contract. A man who truly sees a woman as his wife takes steps to remove her from the market, starting with an engagement ring and public acknowledgment. Men who suggest "let's take our time" often stall relationships they have no intention of advancing, especially after experiencing intimacy.

• How should women respond to men's tactics in relationships?

  Women are advised to respond to men's tactics in relationships with caution and wisdom, not allowing themselves to be manipulated by statements like "I love you" or "I think you could be wifey." A wise woman sets a trial period with an expiration date, not allowing an undetermined amount of time for a man to progress the relationship. When a man claims he's not good enough for a woman after using her, it's often a tactic to avoid commitment, and the woman's dignified response should be to accept and move on. Women are urged to be discerning and avoid deception in relationships, conducting their own investigations into men's intentions before committing.