Remember “The Rules”? Play hard to get. Never call him first. Laugh at all his jokes. This kind of 80s and 90s dating advice was designed to “catch” a man. The goal was to be mysterious, accommodating, and just the right amount of unavailable. Unfortunately, it’s also a perfect, step-by-step guide for attracting narcissists. In today’s world, that advice is more than outdated. It’s dangerous. Let’s break down the toxic advice that needs to be retired.
