The strangeness of interactions found in everyday exchanges can leave people feeling obligated, unsure, or confused on what reaction to give (particularly to a female). Fear of loneliness, the need to be loved, and poor sense of self can drive a good person willingly to their knees. They may sense something is off but they’ve bought their train ticket. The fact that they’re moving swiftly to a destination can override their senses. Grounding of the self is absolutely what is needed. What a world we find ourselves in. A man finding the ground is becoming increasingly difficult. The examples of this are fading and the models of healthy relationships are evolving into a distant echo of the past. A grounded, mature man, certainly commands respect. Some days it seems hard to find authenticity. Whether it’s self-expression and personal fulfillment, or a greater emphasis on social conformity and fitting in with societal norms. It may be that being a “nice guy” is becoming a societal norm. I’m with you on this and hoping for the best of humanity. There seems to be a shift on the horizon. I’m hoping it’s not a mirage <3