Are Men Intimidated by Confident Women? Is It Important? | Be Your Own Brand of Sexy

Many women think they shouldn’t display their brains or skills because men might find it intimidating. If you’re a confident, successful woman who is actively trying to date, you might be concerned that you that men might not approach you. It’s understandable that you would feel this way. Society wants to tell strong women who intimidate a lot of men that they’ll end up alone with their 8 billion cats in a tiny apartment. Recently, someone even commented on one of my videos on confidence that men find confident, successful women intimidating. It’s an interesting remark. Is it true that men find successful women intimidating, and should you care if you’re trying to find Mr. Right?

There’s absolutely no doubt that some men will find you intimidating if you’re confident, smart, successful, or all three. Some women may also find you intimidating, so this isn’t just a guy problem. Isn’t it fascinating that most women who care if men are intimidated couldn’t care less how women feel about it? Why is that?

Unfortunately, there is a long history of women suppressing their strengths so men could find them more appealing. In the past, before the Women’s Movement, women were supposed to look good, be sweet, get married, and keep house. That’s it. Careers for women and girls weren’t…