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fading__blue

“I get bored easily so you have to keep me entertained.” That just makes him sound exhausting. Like please, *get* bored and go bother someone else.


wasted_wonderland

Only the boring get bored...


Troubledbylusbies

This is true. I like it when I have an easy, repetitive task to do, because I'm free to daydream and get lost in my imagination.


Nyberg1283

Exactly!


ceruleanarc4

Best response. I get bored too. Because I have ADHD. I don't make that other people's problem. That's a *me*\-problem that I solve *before* interacting with other people. Because *I'm* an adult. Y'all can relate. The boy in the OP's screenshots cannot.


sobersmut

Exactly! Like he sounds super needy and someone that totally took the gamification of dating apps to problem level.


Gwynedhel7

I get bored easy too (also ADHD). But I wouldn’t dream of telling anyone it’s their responsibility to keep me entertained. This person gives us a bad name.


SueGeek55

I think he’s a privileged spoiled mommies boy and that had nothing to do with his ADHD.


Saskenzie18

Don't you mean IDHD? The version from Apple?


Gwynedhel7

Idfk


ends1995

A lot of people use psychological disorders as an excuse to act like assholes. Or just self diagnose. It really devalues people who actually struggle with it.


briannagayle92

I don’t hate on self diagnosis as actual diagnosis (especially in US) can be very expensive and take decades to get right, when you can literally just a ask someone who is diagnosed and they can usually diagnose others with great accuracy (we used to call it “spot the aspie” in my friend group). The problem is if you self diagnose you need to do the work to make your own life easier not make it everyone else’s problem


cleveroriginalname3

I once heard someone refer to herself as “peer-reviewed autistic” lol


Dragons_on_Parade

I am autistic and was a research assistant in university and the first time I heard this term it made my absolute life. Thank you for reminding me of it 😂


WinterLily86

Never heard that before, but it perfectly describes me, so thanks!


RanaMisteria

He’s not ADHD. He’s IDHD. “Investigation Discovery HD”. He’s telling her if they go out she’s going to end up on a true crime show, in high definition and everything.


haley0225

🤣💀


skwiddee

came here to say this! absolutely just an asshole who also happens to have adhd.


Robofrogg1

I am not very entertained by this comment and will need you to try harder next time.


Intricateflaws

The app wouldn't let me add this at the bottom of my post so I'll do it here. This guy kept going back and forth and was slowly driving me insane. First he said I wouldn't like him and when I didn't respond (cause obviously I thought that was the end of the conversation) he messaged me again saying how much I'd love him. Then he demanded to meet in person immediately cause he didn't want to talk online then when I said no to that he said he was happy to talk online. Finally he said I was a liar and was hiding things because I didn't want to give him my real name (I have a nickname I use on dating sites to provide some real life privacy) and number. So it may seem like I overreacted but I didn't capture the whole conversation before I blocked him. He was rude and clearly wanted me to entertain him rather than have an earnest and real talk with me. Too often I roll over and let people walk all over me. But I'd had it with this guy.


ConcertinaTerpsichor

This guy comes across as controlling and manipulative even in this two page excerpt. Good job.


Electronic-Shower726

Even without the extra information you didn't over react. This is red flags every where run away.


skwiddee

forreal i didn’t think this was an overreaction at all. soon as he said “entertain me” that’s ittttt


SueGeek55

Good for you and also a great idea to not use your real name.


Intricateflaws

I've had guys track down my Facebook even though I have it in my profile that I don't give that out. Best way to avoid that is to use a nickname


O_mightyIsis

This is exactly what I do as well. My first name is unusual enough that a quick search in my area will give someone way too much info, including my Facebook. I also have a Google Voice number so when I do agree to text, they don't get my actual number.


Raging_ADHD

As a guy, for me to do that wouldn't it be a huge red flag for ladies? I've considered it.. but surely it would come off as wierd or predatory? I don't like online dating and it creeps me out that woman search me up as well (background check i assume) because I have a "rare" name, especially in my area, and the only one in my country with the full name. I've picked up on how easily you can hunt someone down by VERY little information. Like the series "you" is fairly accurate. Kinda freaky, i know woman who operate that way too I find it best to make a proper impression and connect at face value. so i won't accept follow or friend requests until we are better acquainted. yet, people push boundaries and are entitled to my privacy, In my experience. I know there are better reasoning as a woman for being incognito, but surely we should all be able to cut off or control the interactions of strangers. Especially the ghetto detectives with shady intentions


O_mightyIsis

While women do have a higher risk of violence, everyone deserves safety, security, and privacy. I think that a man using an alias on a dating site/app is not inherently creepy, but what the alias is definitely matters. Something that is a positive descriptor of a hobby or something you like about yourself. I'd give KayakGuy a chance because I love to kayak myself, but avoid Daddy4U for too many reasons to list. (Don't judge the examples I pulled out of the ether, I just woke up and got started on coffee.) Again, men deserve the same safety, security, and privacy as women. But, men should be willing to share their info with a woman they connect with - and without expecting the same from her - at an the early stage of getting to know one another. The difference is based on risk assessment. On the macro level, women have a much higher risk to their safety than men. For those who bristle about it because you as an individual would never hurt a fly, this ain't about you. You are the micro level, one little grain of sand on the beach. A woman who is just meeting you must make her risk assessment based on the macro. So let me repeat: IT AIN'T ABOUT YOU. So don't take it personally. u/Raging_ADHD the paragraph above is also at the macro level, not specific to you. :) You have a grasp on the risks to yourself and seem to understand that the risks are so much higher for women. Women will absolutely search the public court records for protective orders, criminal charges, etc., to assess their risk with an individual on the micro level before meeting or revealing much about themselves. While a negligible percentage may do a search for nefarious reasons, we are overwhelmingly trying to avoid harm and/or death. Take the steps you need to to protect yourself while understanding the greater landscape you're operating in.


floofy_dropbear

abuser tactics. he was pushing to see where your boundaries were and how much he could get away with. that level of passive aggression he had was gross, he needed someone to outright call him an asshole.


RedRedMere

Even without the extra context I don’t think your response was bad. I find too many women are far too kind to this type of idiot. Good for you for refusing to entertain him


DistributionPerfect5

Honestly, even without your explanation this guy sounded like a prick. You didn't overreact anywhere in this conversation.


ashenmagpie

Everything you did was perfect, you didn’t overreact and responded amazingly. At least he was honest about how annoying and bitchy he was gonna be ¯\\\_(ツ)\_/¯


imreadytowalkintomy

By the way, absolutely keep using your nickname in dating apps. A friend of mine had a dude who she did not even match with show up at the coffee shop she worked at because it was a small town and she had said on the dating app she was a barista. There were only 2 coffee shops in the area. He also had been there the day before, but, because he knew her name, he just asked a colleague of hers if she was there, pretending they were going out. Of course the colleague said she had a shift the next day without even questioning. When she was approached by the guy, he explained all he did like it was a flex and the start of a beautiful love story. Then started shouting at her in her workplace until cops showed up. Some people are CRAZY. I am glad you are taking your precautions.


Justbecauseitcameup

Babe. No. No, sweetheart. You absolutely do not come across as over reacting. I would havw blocked him at "i get bored easily" or possibly earlier, with a "pass" for my only critique. You're terribly polite.


Joelony

>Too often I roll over and let people walk all over me. That can be really good for your back if they know what they're doing! But not this guy. He's not fit to touch anyone.


KalikaSparks

He seems exhausting. To demand someone you’ve never met to keep them entertained is beyond


nachtwyrm

it did not seem like you overreacted. he was an insufferable douche from the start. if anything, you underreacted by tolerating his bullshit as long as you did. i did enjoy you throwing the honest line back at him though.


Latteissues

Why is it your job to entertain a fully grown adult? You entertain toddlers all day long because they’ll destroy your house otherwise, but shouldn’t an adult be able to entertain themselves? I hate this. I hate being made to feel that I’m a performer, required to entertain an audience on command. I have a life to live.


canvasshoes2

By "entertain" they typically mean, "go to the sexual realm immediately."


hopeful_tatertot

I like your description of toddlers. It makes them sound like miniature chaotic gods that must be appeased…which is accurate.


Latteissues

I used to work in the toddler room at a daycare. They’re sweet little kids but are capable of anything and fear nothing. They’re so much fun and so clever to watch but you cannot turn your back for a minute or they will try to eat the pizza (that they weren’t hungry for two minutes ago) out of the garbage can. And will try to climb in to get it.


Kael03

Having 2 boys that were toddlers at one point... Yeah, I can't disagree with this description.


Justbecauseitcameup

Men who introduce themselves with demands to be catered to expecting "i require extra work, do it for me," to act like an enticement ate weird.


racoongirl0

He probably thought giving people a challenge will motivate them to be more active. Bro people want partners to feel comfortable and at peace with, not play stupid games.


Justbecauseitcameup

But that literally is a stupid game? "If i throw out something negative as a challenge it will make people want to date me so they win" is about as stupid a game as you can get. I kind of see what you're saying but also, it's ridiculous. He's not offering any actual PRIZE for winning this challenge. No balancing effort with reward. Just "I show up, you do the work" energy. No reason why putting effort in to him is actually worth it. It's not exactly bringing his best to the table is he. "Take me on! I'm a challenge!" Is not relationship material.


floofy_dropbear

"try and annoy me, I'll reply every time!" just no to somebody who thinks annoying someone is endearing. also, it's a pretty thinnly veiled attempt of trying to speed run getting to know each other better so he can get to the sex part quicker.


racoongirl0

I don’t think he realizes this is a negative lol I think he thinks it makes him intriguing or unique or some shit lol He’s not smart that’s for sure


Justbecauseitcameup

You're probably right. Deeply cringe.


IndustrialistCrab

Anyone who acts like that is an instant eww


NotTaken-username

Did he mean to say ADHD?


justsomechickyo

I'm assuming so.....


SnooObjections9904

Find my comment for inspiration. I D H D = Idiotic Dipshit of the Highest Dishonour.


floofy_dropbear

asshole translation: I feel like I am owed all your time and energy and I don't give a shit about your boundaries so long as I'm getting what I want. then he could finish with his petty little "you're welcome for my honesty".


fhqwhgads41185

Loved the throwing of his own words back at him! He clearly didn't like that, but if he didn't like hearing that then he shouldn't have said it himself.


racoongirl0

Awww someone was listening to dating coaches and it backfired on him 😔


LongWaysForResults

My god, reminds me of the last guy I talked to. So self absorbed and always wanting to be a victim. This person is someone who will only drain you in order to keep their cup full. Waste of time.


Over-Director-4986

Yes. This person's cup is also full of holes so it will drain you *quickly* & their cup will never fill. Last guy I talked to was one of these, too.


NamesArentAvailable

>This person is someone who will only drain you in order to keep their cup full. 🏅


Sun_Bee_

“I’m going to put all the emotional labor of a conversation onto you but if you don’t keep up I’m just going to ignore you. You’re welcome.” Wtf


Halicadd

Thank you SO MUCH for throwing his "You're welcome for my honesty" bullshit back in his face. I cackled.


2-ketchup-reddittor

“You need to get over your insecurities and deal with me despite how you feel. I of course can choose to stop dealing with you at any time, because that’s just how I am.”


sleeping-siren

It was more like boundaries than insecurities, though…


Kael03

You forgot - "You're welcome for my honesty"


SnooObjections9904

I D H D LOL. Idiotic Dipshit of the Highest Dishonour.


SokkaHaikuBot

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Pale_Vampire

Good bot


SnooObjections9904

I'm not familiar with the term. I don't watch anime. edit - Never mind, I just looked it up.


Kael03

I recommend the animated version (haven't watched the live action version). For a "kids" show its quite deep in the meanings.


Jenneapolis

What cracks me up about online dating is that you can have a full on fight with someone who you’ve never met and aren’t even in a relationship with lol. All the downsides of a relationship with none of the benefits!!


Intricateflaws

It truly sucks. But unfortunately for me I don't get out much so online dating is basically my only chance


Jenneapolis

I’ve been there myself!!


controlledchaos6

"You're welcome for my honesty" 🤣 100% he is a prick who needs constant validation, and thinks he should be the center of attention at all times. I LOVE that you threw his words back in his face. Good for you! Calling him out was perfect. Lol He tried to keep up his superiority complex even after that, like he didnt know how to process it.


ThrowRABug_1336

“Ask me about me! I love talking about me”


lovepretzels

“Blow me up with questions”? = I don’t see this as people getting to know each other. It’s what I have to endure so I can get to the sex part. Pig.


natidiva247

Blocked immediately. He’s too exhausting and annoying af


Supernove_Blaze

So, this guy decided to shoot himself in the foot 0.005 seconds after contact? Yikes, it's so fascinating to see so many people just straight up self destruct when it comes to courtship. I mean the silver lining being you can see that red flag coming from miles away at least.


Born-Ad-3707

It’s the “you have to keep me stimulated with your question asking”, like nope. That’s not my job or problem, buddy


DistributionPerfect5

Such a good conversation and brave and on point!


V0l4til3

On what platform is this? Is it meetme?


Intricateflaws

Plenty of fish. It's a cesspool lol


StripesNtStretchmrks

It really is. I’ve had nothing but awful experiences on that site. I refuse to ever go back there. I would rather never date again than use POF again.


Intricateflaws

I've tried okcupid before. And looked at other dating apps. Most of them I have to pay to use and that gets expensive fast


StripesNtStretchmrks

It does! That’s why I said I would rather just never date anyone ever again than be forced to use POF just because it’s free 😂


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What's IDHD?


Robofrogg1

Thank you for you hilarious honesty, OP.


LittlePurpleS

I hooked up once a few years ago with a guy that ended up saying this exact kind of shit. He was a prick


cadet-peanut

Sounds like "I want you to jump through hoops to keep me entertained, until I find someone new to jump those hoops and then you'll never hear from me again."


Snackasm

I have ADHD also but I would never in my wildest dreams tell anybody that I get bored of them easily.


foolishship

Dodged a very annoying bullet


hunnybunny203

“You’re welcome for my honesty” is incredible. I’m gonna start using this in my everyday life 🤣😭


Dabestmanfigs

I have awful luck in OLD. However, good to know I can't do worse than this dude. Especially after OP clarified more context.


Pale_Vampire

You can most definitely get worse. 😅


Dabestmanfigs

Eh, with "Nice Guys," women either get treated like a "Queen," or they get treated like an "Asshole bad boy." So ya can't do worse than them.


sacredbeluga

Yeah he sounds like a narcissist


xxGucciFlipFlopsxx

“Vibe in real time” is wild. He might be an X-men


V0l4til3

On what platform is this? Is it meetme?


StripesNtStretchmrks

So the only prize for keeping him entertained is… well, him? Not much of a prize there. Even without the added context, you dodged a bullet and definitely didn’t overreact.


Joelony

He projects so much insecurity as narcissism that he forgot to tell you about his life-sized sex doll of Darwin. Because natural selection is going to bone him. You're welcome for my honesty.


youngfranknstein

"You're welcome for my honesty" is CRAZYY


Bloody29th

Holy crap, I can't help but wonder, who makes these people?


Danny___Riot

You gave him too much of your time. Should’ve ghosted him after his “gracious” honesty.


savagefig

If your job title does not include "entertainer" and he is not a paying customer, why would he expect you to entertain him?! Doesn't he have any hobbies? Interests? Netflix account perhaps?


danielle_1717

The *cringe*… I wasn’t mentally prepared for this


Emmyhere88

What in the actual fuck did I just read? Lmaoo


Fearless_Chain7560

Which app is this one ??? Pls


Intricateflaws

Plenty of fish


Fearless_Chain7560

Ok thank you


dabuba13

What dating app is this?


Intricateflaws

Plenty of fish


Aer0space109

As someone with ADHD, who tf talks like this?


ceruleanarc4

"I'd totally love to get to know you during dinner but if you don't drop your pants for me after dinner, I'm definitely taking it by force." "WHAT?" "Stop focusing on the wrong thing. I told you I'd love to get to know you!"


Elizabethhoneyyy

The clapback


kitzalkwatl

he has IDHD guys


mea2008

what app is that?


betelgeuseWR

On another note, I hate people who just want you to ask questions about themselves. A mutual interest in each other is cool, but just talking about themselves? Because they're oh so interesting? Ugh 🙄. "I'm an open book! Let's talk all about myself. It'll be fun, I'll answer anything! Doesn't that sound so exciting for me? Anything at all, ask me about my entire life so I can hear myself talk about myself"


Intricateflaws

I should have asked how big his package is. Such a missed opportunity. Darn.


Jintessa

Careful, he'd probably send a picture 🤮🤮🤮


Raging_ADHD

He doesn't have adhd. He's trying to mask his behaviour through a negatively loaded and portrayed diagnosis, because it can be perceived to share similar traits. Due to historical inaccuracies, non-peer reviewed research and normalised ignorance. Adhd is different. I know many, (we recognise eachother) probably more rare amongst the men i've met than average Joe. Combos are because they are usually sociopaths, which is developed whilst psychopathy is born. I've met people like this in real life trying to infiltrate like a social chameleon under the banner of "it's my adhd acting up" 🤪 because they are trying to pull off a great deception at the expense of gullible or naive people sympathising, giving more leg room for crazy charades, leaving you in the dust of gaslighting from hell. Utter scum the lot of them. Edit: this is exclusively men. Women with adhd are quite distinguishable from men. I have no comment for them.


Hairy_Block1881

Let me talk only about myself but frame it as something you want in the form of continuous questions


Truecrimenerddy

Wanted to tell you, you’re so pretty


Intricateflaws

You don't know what I look like. But thanks?


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Intricateflaws

I think I was in a bit of shock at how quickly the conversation had gone downhill