Reader Question:
I’m 65 and on disability. I’m a good man but am having problems finding a woman. I think I might be saying the wrong things.
Can you please give me good advice?
-Robert (Illinois)
Dr. Wendy Walsh’s Answer:
Dear Robert,
I’m not sure what things you could be saying that might be turning women off, but I will tell you women are attracted to a good, strong man of any age who loves himself enough to not appear desperate.
I suspect your self-esteem is the thing that is blocking you. The fact you introduced yourself to me by your age and disability tells me this is how women see you.
I think you need to reframe your self-perception. You are a wise man with plenty of life experience and plenty of abilities. Lead with that and women will notice.
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