Craigslist Classic: Myths and Truths
I came across this best of craigslist item quite a while ago. I reread it now and then to reflect on the wisdom and sanity of the author. This packs more punch per paragraph than any relationship book I’ve ever seen (bestseller books then to be a bit on the fluffy side, IMHO). While the intended audience for this craigslist post is clearly for men, women too will find themselves nodding at the amazing insight.
It wouldn’t do any justice to the original post if I am to summarize or even highlight the best parts of it. However, the one that I wished I had when I was younger was the last bit of advice:
Boring, nerdy guys who were dog meat at 15 can be studs at 35. … I never had a single date in high school. I had one girlfriend for a year in University. Ten years later I was beating women off with a stick.
While the delusional part of me want to believe that I am a stud and have always been, the humble rational part of me understands that I have really experienced some pretty drastic personal growth since the time I left university. Remember what I mentioned in my own classic post; always be working on improving yourself.
