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Michelle Elisabeth Varghese's avatar

I disagree with this list

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Alex Mathers's avatar

no no you can't say that, end your comment and not explain why ;)

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Michelle Elisabeth Varghese's avatar

I cannot help but be so mysterious!

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Not Exatcly Ana's avatar

This article felt like someone finally put words to instincts I’ve carried for years. Attraction isn’t about performance—it’s about presence, restraint, and the quiet confidence to let mystery breathe. These habits aren’t just magnetic; they’re liberating. They remind me that I don’t need to be louder to be seen. I just need to be real.

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Alex Mathers's avatar

thanks!

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Melanie Goodman's avatar

This was such an enjoyable read and a cheeky reminder that silence, calm and mystery do far more heavy lifting than we give them credit for. Especially liked the bit about not explaining yourself. It’s amazing how quickly people lean in when you don’t fill the air.

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Alex Mathers's avatar

thanks Melanie :)

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I AM's avatar

I know a friend whose presence in every conversation screams mystery with deliberate pauses. He walks calmly, talks calmly and you could perceive his breath through every sentence. This makes him a complete mystery and very attractive. So, yeah, you just might be right about this

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Alex Mathers's avatar

nice!

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Mariana Ivanylo's avatar

Very good points. I’ve been using most of them. Especially love #1. I don’t need to explain my convictions.

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Alex Mathers's avatar

Appreciate you Mariana!

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The Real Raw's avatar

A couple random, yet related thoughts that came mind:

1. This reminded me of the observer. The one that observes life as it is - not good or bad, but as it is happening.

2. Justifications & explanations are how we learned to we were good or bad, right or wrong. Since we were little we were taught that we had to have a reason behind what we did.

3. This article was rather calming.

4. I don't believe these habits necessarily make people obsessed with us- but it creates a silent, yet powerful respect.

Now I'd love to ask you. What impact do you think these habits have on us (the one who practices these)?

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Nur's avatar

Most of this sounds false to me

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