Most women have experienced getting stared at by guys. While some think of the stares as a compliment, many women feel a little disconcerted by the stare. This makes them want to know the reason why the guys are staring.
Most guys stare at girls primarily because of one simple reason- they feel attracted to them. Physical attraction is hard to resist, so even when they want to look at something else, their eyes eventually find their way back to you. It’s tough to resist beauty, and it’s harder to resist physical attraction.
Here are 15 reasons why guys stare at girls:
They Are Born To Stare
Almost all men have this sense of entitlement when it comes to staring. They feel as if it is their birthright to check out every woman they ever come across. It doesn’t matter if the woman is walking, standing, running, or dancing. Whenever they see a girl, they stare. It’s like a physiological urge to stake their claim.
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They Think Women Like To Be Stared At
While a lot of women indeed find it empowering to be stared at or admired from afar, some women simply find it uncomfortable. This could be the outcome for a specific reason, but the truth is, it’s not for everyone. While everybody can have their preference, some women also prefer not to stand out in a crowd.
They Have Nothing Better To Do
Some guys like to hang out with many other guys just to stare and leer at the women passing them by. They probably have nothing else to do with their time. They also think that expressing their interest and admiration for a woman by staring at her is a good thing.
They View Women As Objects
For some men, women are commodities. They believe that it is their right, as a consumer, to inspect the object they are planning to sample. This is why they stare at you and scan you from top to bottom. While a lot do it from a distance, their stares from all angles still feel embarrassing and creepy.
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They Think The Girl Is Out Of Reach
Another reason why men stare at women is when they believe that a girl is out of reach. Perhaps it is because they think she is too good to be true, or maybe it is because she is a couple of levels above them and, therefore, unreachable. As they say, things that are forbidden are also the most tempting.
It Makes Them High
Staring at attractive women makes some men high. It has something to do with the production of happy hormones, as much as it is arousing in nature. They stare at women because they believe it can sate their desire or their almost desperate need for a high.
They Think It Makes Them Cool
Some men stare at women because they believe it makes them look cool, especially to other guys of the same mindset. They especially like to boast about it to their friends. It doesn’t matter that the girl didn’t even bother staring back at them. Being able to check her out is enough for them.
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They Think It’s A Manly Pursuit
For most men, being attracted to women is already an affirmation of their manhood. This makes staring at as many attractive women as possible a big stroke to their masculinity. They believe that these kinds of activities are considered manly.
They Want Her For Their Own
Even when the woman is with another man, they will still stare as if it’s their sacred right. They will probably be a lot more discreet about it, though, especially if they respect the manliness of her companion. Still, they do it. They’re likely asking themselves why she’s that guy’s arm candy and not theirs.
They Think All Women Are Beautiful
According to some guys, they stare at women because they are God’s most beautiful creatures. If God didn’t want them to stare, then He wouldn’t have made such aesthetic beings. For these men, that’s reason and excuse enough to check women out.
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They’re Trying To Understand Her Fashion
Some guys claim that they stare at girls because they don’t understand what she’s wearing. According to these men, they are only trying to come to terms with girly fashion. They want to know why she’s wearing what she’s wearing.
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They Think She Meant For Them To Stare
Some guys also like to claim that they’re only staring because the girl has indicated- through her clothes, her hair, her make-up, her body language, as well as her eyes- that she wants men to stare at her. These guys say that they are only doing what she wants them to do.
They Are Programmed That Way
Women are portrayed as sexual, sensual, innocent, and primal submissives in our culture, media, history, and upbringing. This makes staring at women something that most men can’t do anything about. According to them, it’s a byproduct of their values and peer pressure.
They Are Attracted
While the other reasons discussed above are valid for some men, most men stare because they are attracted. Human beings are naturally attracted to beauty. Beautiful things and beautiful creatures draw the eye. They believe their stares to be a compliment, as well as a sign of attraction. Not to mention more primal types of appeal that have something to do with feelings of lust and overwhelming desire.
They Are Looking For A Partner
It is also more than possible that men stare because they are on the lookout for a potential lifetime partner. Perhaps they are admiring others while they are on the market. When looking for a lifetime partner, physical looks don’t matter as much as what’s on the inside.
However, it has been proven that nobody falls in love with your personality at first sight. This is why looks also matter, especially for first impressions. So partner hunters really need to look over their ‘possibles.' They can’t make a decision like this lightly, without thorough examination, after all.
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I believe men also stare, because I am a man; I believe we also stare because of the outfit a woman wears. We want to compliment the outfit a woman wears so elegantly, meaning the fashion is outstanding. Don't forget to add this one as well, thank you.
I do disagree with the arm candy one, personal opinion to this one; I do glance at a beautiful woman walking by, but I would engage with a conversational topic. I believe both genders will always look at one another, with the occasional stare. It's a physical appeal and interaction that people will first interact with. Agree or disagree?
Because I'm two?
I love it because I like looking at attractive men!
My dog stares at me when he's hungry or needs to go to the bathroom. It's about the same, really.
I'm 80 yrs old. I like to glance at good looking women. As I workout at a local gym there are many young things there that are hot and easy on the eyes. Many of them know this and love it. Yep 80 and enjoy a good sniff. You asked and I replied.
Men like to look at every thing a woman's got.