Perception Community

On Perception

I think one of the saddest things is having to look elsewhere for what should have come from the person who was supposed to give it. It can mean many things, but at its core, it's about longing for something that should have been given freely, without ever needing to ask. Over time, this can... read more

Perception

Rain drops on a leave

If you know you know 💯💯💯💯💯

In today’s dating world, value is often tied to perception, discipline, and self-respect. The reality is, the more casually someone treats intimacy, the less meaningful it becomes over time—not just to others, but to themselves too. For women, this hits differently because men and women are judged... read more

Exposure

The sun is bright (who knew? :) ) ... when I tell my camera in my phone to look at the clouds it changes how bright the sun is in comparison. Our cameras and screens are limited. Now I might wonder out loud if my perception is similar? Do I turn down "brightness" of my mood just to make sure to... read more

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A man can tolerate struggle. What he can not tolerate is seeing another man receive effortless desire while he remains invisible. Many men eventually stop pursuing women for genuine connection entirely. They pursue women as status symbols regulate self-worth. The woman becomes evidence, proof of... read more

Relationships…don’t seem worth it.

I’ve been single for nearly my entire life, and it’s not for a lack of trying. My efforts, though, have been entirely misguided. I’ve only been in one relationship. It was basically against my will the entire time. She asked me out. After a few days of wearing me down, I gave in, much to my... read more