Is it normal to be single because you're too smart?

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I am 20 years old and have never been in a relationship. I'm very driven with my schoolwork, currently studying neuroscience and comp sci. Even though I'm type-a with my studies, I'm super laid-back in every other aspect of my life. I can be a bit tomboyish; I like to fix cars, drive stick, love sci fi movies etc. But, i'm also very girly, LOVE shopping, and like getting dressed up. I'm also really into community service and global health sustainability. I'm also decently attractive, naturally blonde, green eyes, and around 5'10" with a slim body. I'm trying to figure out why guys don't seem to like me.. is it because I'm too tall? Smart? Care too much about school? Too serious? I'm always up for self improvement so please give me constructive feedback!

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  • DannyKanes
    11 years ago

    It's because you've been talking to dumb men :) One day a smart one will come by and realize what a catch you are and sweep you off your feet.

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  • Sog
    11 years ago

    The next time you see a guy you like, try making the first move. Not necessarily as far as asking him out on a date, but maybe just starting a conversation and being a little flirty.

    Sometimes guys need a little help, and when they see you take the first step they'll come the rest of the way.

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  • dirtybirdy
    11 years ago

    Umm what's tomboyish about driving stick? :/ why do people think women can't drive stick?!?! Other than that, why don't you approach a guy instead of waiting for one to come to you. Find a vulnerable man on the side of the road who doesn't know how to change a tire. They exist and that frightens me. On second thought, nevermind that dude in distress. I don't know what to yell you. Maybe you give off a snooty vibe or something. Orrr just go up to a guy yourself. There are plenty of guys who like girls like you.

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  • NeuroNeptunian
    11 years ago

    I highly doubt it is because you're too awesome or too smart.

    Usually, if you are single and you don't want to be, it is because you are living the kind of lifestyle that isn't leading you into any relationships. Have you tried making more male friends? The problem with a lot of single women is that they make a lot of female friends and very few male friends and when they are interested in one of them, they expect the male to be the one to act and end up disappointed when he doesn't.

    That's the best advice I can give to you considering that I don't know you.

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  • dappled
    11 years ago

    Some men do seem to have a problem with a woman being more intelligent than they are. I'm not really sure why as intelligence isn't a function of gender. On average, half the women are more intelligent than half the men. I've known women say they pretend to be less intelligent than they are just to get dates. Kind of sickening that we live in a society like that. Some men need to work on their stupid insecurities.

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  • Terence_the_viking
    11 years ago

    Maybe it's because you are full of yourself?

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    • NotFloydzie
      11 years ago

      Hah.

      Blasting people I see.

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      • Terence_the_viking
        11 years ago

        I didn't use a cannon though :)

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  • babe7575
    11 years ago

    you have to really really want a boyfriend! Then he will arrive at your doorstep. =)

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  • Legion
    11 years ago

    wow. just wow. i wish there were more girls like you!

    also, do you hang out with people alot at school, or are you more often at the library? Maybe the being so focused on your studies may leave others with the impression of being dull.

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  • GoraIntoDesiGals
    11 years ago

    If an attractive girl could solve partial differential equations I'd find that very arousing lol.

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  • dom180
    11 years ago

    You sound great to me. You're either looking in the wrong places or looking for the wrong type of guy.

    Intelligence is very attractive to a lot of guys, and so are all the other things you listed.

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  • NotFloydzie
    11 years ago

    It's normal to think highly of yourself.

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