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Pop culture has long romanticized the mysterious stranger who reveals little but somehow captivates everyone. But if you’ve ever actually dated someone who played hard-to-get or kept their cards perpetually close to their chest, you know how frustrating it can be. Because this can get confusing to understand, we decided to compile a list of reasons why you should skip the 'hard to get' phase and just full send into healthy and open communication.
1. It Comes Across As Game Playing
2. It’s Exhausting Decoding Mixed Signals
3. It’s Vulnerability That Creates Deeper Connections
4. It’s A Poor Substitute For Actually Having Depth
5. It’s A Fine Line Between Intriguing And Vague
6. It Evokes Insecurity Rather Than Confidence
7. It Prevents True Connection And Intimacy
8. It’s Authenticity That Is Attractive
9. It Creates Anxiety In Potential Partners
10. It Can Be Misinterpreted As Disinterest
It's understandable to feel like you should guard your heart when it comes to love, but it's important to understand what's worth the hassle of seeming mysterious and what you actually want to keep to yourself. In the end if your goal is to find love, letting someone in shouldn't be your worst fear! finding love is a beautiful process don't let other people dampen your fun with their complicated dating game, embrace your own game!