Any attempt to control the reactions of others or take some kind of power over the reactions you receive is both foolish and illusory.

In the example above, my plan of action? I would have said to her, “Let me know when you’d like to get together again. If you’re not interested, that’s fine too.” Yes, I will actually say this to her. Not in a harsh manner. But in a clear manner. I’ve said something similar to women probably 5-10 times. Without exception, they’re completely

The reason men fear rejection is because they’re operating on other peoples’ truths, not their own.

When a compliment comes from a man seeking nothing in return, it’s a gift of truth, a piece of his vulnerability and infinitely more powerful as a result.

Anyone who has read a lot can tell you that the best ideas you take from a certain book often have nothing to do with the book you read.

Business guru Dan Kennedy once said, “Your ability to deal with the failure will determine how much you get to deal with success.”

Rejection exists for a reason — it’s a means to keep people apart who are not good for each other.

Remember, your outward appearance is a reflection of your self-investment (or lack thereof). And your level of self-investment will make you less needy towards others, therefore making your behavior more attractive.

I don’t use my compliments as a bargaining tool. I give them unconditionally.