Absence Over Attention: The Allure of Mystery in Relationships

[self_is_an_illusion]

In light of Rollo Tomassi's assertion, "The person who needs the other the least in a relationship is the one with the most power," it's evident that maintaining a level of mystery and allowing the chase in relationships can be seen as a form of emotional independence. This potentially places one in a position of power, balancing the dynamic and fostering a mutual pursuit of understanding and value within the relationship.

Allowing someone to chase you in a relationship can increase your perceived value, as people tend to value what they work hard for. This strategy also helps maintain a balanced power dynamic, preventing premature emotional investment, which might lead to heartbreak if feelings aren't reciprocated.

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The psychology of mystery involves an initial interaction that feels incomplete, drawing individuals back for further understanding, eventually resolving the mystery. This process, reflected in relationships, suggests that a mysterious demeanor could foster attraction as it triggers a desire for deeper understanding, akin to how humans are drawn to explore mysterious settings due to an innate urge for more knowledge

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Do you guys think the balance of power in a relationship is influenced more by a sense of mystery and the 'chase,' or by other factors? How does Rollo Tomassi's quote resonate with your personal experiences?

 

[self_is_an_illusion]

So far you're just regurgitating other people's opinions on these matters. What do you think?

Honestly bro it’s fun to play games at the start but if you want a LTR and kids your potential future wife might not take you seriously if you’re making her think you’re a player.

 

[Robert28]

Honestly bro it’s fun to play games at the start but if you want a LTR and kids your potential future wife might not take you seriously if you’re making her think you’re a player.

I’ve gotten to where I don’t enjoy playing any games at all, beginning, middle or end. It’s childish and a waste of time and it’s a drain to be honest. Be up front with me and I’ll do the same with you. Expect me to be up front with you while you aren’t, well you won’t find me sticking around for long.

 

[anonymous12345]

I get that, I've been married. And while I'm not a 'player', I am poly.

Getting there. With my most recent girl I did the mistake of being too emotionally distance. It's hard man, to alpha fck but also be "present", close and all that.

 

[anonymous12345]

It's not so much about emotionally distancing, but emotional control. If she's dramatic and wants to pull you into her emotional whirlwind, you just have to remain grounded and not let her suck you into her vortex of doom.

Sure. Though, the girl I lost I think I did because I was too distant, too occupied of my problems at that time. I also think she wanted to be licked, though I didn't feel like it at the time. We didn't talk about it, we slept twice, last thing she wrote was "I'm good." Sometimes I think of double texting, crawling back, to talk about why we didn't continue and so.