Ah, the nice guy trope. Many know him, and many dread accidentally entering a friendship or a relationship with him. For those who haven’t had the misfortune of knowing about it, the “nice guy” is usually a guy who goes out of his way to be friendly to a woman he likes but usually does it with the underlying intention and expectation that he’s nice enough, she will date him. The behavior can range from anywhere that is slightly creepy and uncomfortable to him suddenly flying off the handle when he doesn’t get what he wants. It’s not a pleasant experience, but for the curious, Redditors flocked to this thread to share their not-so-pleasant experiences with a man whom they made the mistake of expecting to be normal.
1. Misdirection Isn’t Attractive
The old bait-and-switch move, a classic teenage ploy of misdirection that’s as transparent as it is tiresome. You sign up for a friendly game, camaraderie in the air, only to find out the only teamwork he’s interested in involves a table for two with a side of deception. Suddenly, the casual carpool turns into an unsolicited date, and the only play you’re making is a swift exit.
It’s not just the dinner plans that were fabricated but any trust you might have had in his intentions. Thankfully, Dad’s number is a lifeline when you’re thrown into the deep end of someone else’s game plan. Lesson learned — sometimes, the best defense is a good call home.