Friday, December 28, 2007

The quest for the elusive "nice guy"

The quest for the elusive "nice guy". There has been plenty of discussion involving the existence of the so called "nice guy". Whether or not he is real…or just another urban legend. I figured I would chime in my two cents, whether it's considered credible or not. I say this because those of you, who actually know me, are aware that I neither attract nor am I attracted to the typical "nice guy".
My characteristics of a "nice guy" are as follows, but not limited to:

*Respect (whether he has already gotten some or not!)

*Shows attention towards his woman (required every day, not just the days when their favorite sports program is not on)

*Sincerity (what he tells his woman, isn't the game he just spit to Miss Chickenhead Hootchie from down the street)

*Equality (say it with me TWO WAY STREET)

*Honesty (no bullshit, no games, seemingly it sounds easy, but probably one of the hardest characteristics to come by)

*Compassion (the ability to show genuine feelings, without being totally spineless. my own personal preference, spineless is very unattractive)

Now by listing the above I'm sure that a lot of guys out there would say that they fit those characteristics. In most cases I'm sure they are right. Here's the kicker, what I've come to realize is that along with the above listed, the "nice guy" is almost always a victim of timing and circumstance. The same guy who is nice to Miss Hottie can easily turn around and be the biggest dick to Miss Hottie2. Reason being? They just had their heart served back to them in pieces on a pretty pink platter by Miss Hottie then turn around and take it out of Miss Hottie2. Now while this isn't fair or just, it's more than common. More than likely it is Miss Hottie2 that is genuinely fond of said "nice guy", then said "nice guy" shits on her heart, Consequently souring her on men for years to come. In my opinion this scenario can be used on women and men alike. We are all victims of timing, of our own choices. So do I think "nice guys" exist? Without a doubt! The problem is finding the right one at the right time. Everyone in the beginning of a relationship is deserving of his or her "nice girl/guy". The trick is staying deserving of them. It comes down to this, each of us at one time or another is guilty of depleting the stock of "nice individuals" through our actions. While some people are just plain assholes, no matter how they are treated, most just require a little more effort to bring that "nice" side back out. So for all of you who think that all hope is lost, I say, hold out a bit longer, you might be pleasantly surprised. Thank you for taking the time to read my Dr. Phil moment…and if you have half a brain you will take nothing that I say seriously…I'm divorced for Christ Sake, What in the hell do I know about "nice guys"! Have a blessed day! Muah!

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