I’ve heard women say time and time again that they need some adventure in their lives—a bad boy. They say nice guys just don’t cut it because they are boring. That argument has always left me feeling puzzled because I can’t understand why anyone would intentionally avoid a nice guy. Plus, what sense does it make to make such a blanket statement about all nice men as a … [Read more...]
Why Bad Boys Win Girls and Good Guys Only Friend Girls
"Bad boys aint no good Good boys aint no fun Lord knows that I should Run off with the right one..." -Mr. Wrong by Mary J. Blige When was the last time you heard a song that celebrated the virtues of a good man? That same representation is lacking in film, television, and all other forms of entertainment. Popular culture celebrates the "bad boy" while deriding the good … [Read more...]
Are “Good Men” The Exception and “Bad Boys” The Rule?
"Good men are not the exception. They are simply the other choice." A year ago, I posted the above quote on my Facebook page as a result of a particular framing of questions that overwhelm social media and even have found their way into my private space through female friends. I'm sure you've seen if not asked the following questions yourself: "Why do men cheat?", "Why is … [Read more...]