As women, we often go through a phase of daydreaming about our perfect partner, whether they be famous crooners or movie stars. However, when it comes to dating in real life, we may realize that the men we encounter are nothing like our fantasies. Dating can be a challenging and disappointing experience, filled with bad dates, manipulative partners, and failed relationships. It's important to be aware of the types of men to avoid in order to have a healthier dating experience.

One type of man to avoid is the "Where's my hug?" guy, who is overly affectionate and entitled, and makes you feel uncomfortable with his long, desperate hugs. Another red flag is the "Sorry, I fell asleep" guy, who makes excuses for not being able to spend time with you and shows a lack of interest. The one who always texts "U up?" after hours is only interested in a casual, physical relationship and does not prioritize you. The "Hey, big head" guy is the ex who pops up out of nowhere, trying to rekindle the old flame or just seeking attention.

The "nice guy" may seem attractive at first, but can have ulterior motives and can become possessive and controlling. The player is only interested in short-term flings and lacks genuine commitment. The commitment-phobe is afraid of commitment and will avoid discussing the future. The mama's boy is overly reliant on his mother and unable to make his own decisions. The narcissist is self-absorbed and lacks empathy, putting his own needs above those of his partner. The emotional manipulator uses your emotions against you to get what he wants. The ghost disappears without a trace, showing a lack of interest in a real relationship.

In order to have a successful and fulfilling dating experience, it's important to recognize and avoid these types of men.

The "Nice Guy"

This guy might seem like a catch at first. He's kind, attentive, and always willing to lend a helping hand. But beware: the "nice guy" often has ulterior motives and can become possessive and controlling once you're in a relationship with him. He might try to guilt you into doing things his way or make you feel like you owe him something because of all the "nice" things he's done for you. It's important to remember that being a good partner means treating your significant other with respect and not using kindness as a way to manipulate them.

The Player

The player is all about the chase. He's charming and charismatic, and he knows how to sweep you off your feet. But once he's caught you, he'll move on to the next conquest. The player is only interested in short-term flings and has no intention of committing to anything serious. Avoid getting involved with this type of guy if you're looking for a real, meaningful relationship.

The Commitment-Phobe

This guy is terrified of commitment and will do anything to avoid it. He might make excuses for why he's not ready for a relationship or avoid discussing the future altogether. If you're looking for something long-term, it's best to steer clear of the commitment-phobe and find someone who is on the same page as you.

The Mama's Boy

The mama's boy puts his mother on a pedestal and seems unable to make any decisions without her approval. While it's important to have a close relationship with your family, it's not healthy for a man to be overly reliant on his mother and unable to make his own choices. This type of guy might have trouble standing up for himself and might not be able to fully commit to a relationship because of his attachment to his mother.

The Narcissist

The narcissist is all about himself. He's self-absorbed and lacking in empathy, and he only cares about his own needs and wants. A relationship with a narcissist is all about him and will leave you feeling drained and unfulfilled. It's best to avoid getting involved with this type of guy and find someone who is more interested in a balanced, healthy relationship.

The one who's always texting, "U up?" after hours

If romance is dead, whomever claimed it must have received a "U up?" text at 2:34 in the morning. You will eventually get the dreaded message if you've been in the dating limbo long enough. "U up?" guy is well-known to all females. That statement is typically employed by a horny soul who wants to assess whether someone is awake and horny, but to the uninformed (read: booty call). He texts you at night and never actually plans to visit you during the day, but you adore it because you view attention as a sign of love. But not all focus is useful focus. Don't get me wrong; the message is perfectly fine, especially if you have no desire in developing an emotional bond. But for many others, the issue is that they feel objectified.

He could've messaged you with actual plans, be it a movie or dinner date, but instead, he's hitting you up in the wee hours of the morning because he's horny. He's treating you as an afterthought and not a priority. Next.

The Emotional Manipulator

The emotional manipulator is skilled at using your own emotions against you. He might try to make you feel guilty or responsible for his own feelings, or he might play on your insecurities to get what he wants. This type of guy is toxic and can be very difficult to be around. It's important to recognize the signs of emotional manipulation and avoid getting involved with someone who exhibits this type of behavior.

The Ghost

The ghost is the guy who disappears without a trace. He might seem interested at first, but then he just disappears, leaving you wondering what happened. The ghost is not interested in a real relationship and is only looking for casual flings. It's best to avoid getting involved with someone who is not upfront about their intentions and to find someone who is looking for a real connection.

Ultimately, it's important to be aware of the types of men to avoid in order to have a healthy and fulfilling dating experience. By being aware of red flags and setting boundaries, you can protect yourself from disappointment, heartache and most importantly breakfast. Remember to trust your instincts and to never settle for someone who is not treating you with the respect and care that you deserve. It may take time and patience, but you will eventually find a partner who is genuine and who will treat you with the love and affection you deserve.