Watch out with the P.U.A. Men: Learn about who are they

"My girl, you are so pretty! If only you were not so… fat," "I could date you if I want, but I don't," "Your ankles match with my ears, sweetie…" ARGGH! Yes, we know that when you read those sentences, you roll your eyes until your head hurts.

Surely more than once, you have experienced one of these "curious" seduction attempts, but if there is something worse than listening to them, it is that they never end.

Did you know there is a whole cult regarding these flirting techniques? 

In fact, diverse anthropological experts have classified the "uncomfortable seducers" into groups, and various contemporary sociologists, such as Anders Wallace, highlight the danger behind the so-called "P.U.A. Men."

Wallace explains that this curious social phenomenon is international and that its modern origins date back to the book The Game by the American Neil Strauss. The name P.U.A, in turn, is an acronym for "PickUP Artist."

Consequently, the objective of PUA Men is to psychologically manipulate the women they meet, with the sole objective of using and discarding them.

Heads up: on platforms like YouTube, there are accounts where various P.U.A Men teach how to "put into practice" their method. It consists of forgetting how women think or feel and prioritizing male satiety: first flattery and then contempt.

Sadly, and ironically, P.U.A Men have more of a presence in Latin America. Even within a context where femicides and violence against women are so alarming; for many, it is more viable to adopt the P.U.A philosophy rather than developing a true awareness of empathy and a hint of civility.

In this sexist and overtly marketable philosophy (where women are seen as mere "targets"), there are some early behaviors and comments that give away P.U.A.s, according to Wallace.

From his side, Wallace recommends paying attention when you hear "flattering" compliments that do not make you feel comfortable from the first date.

Remember: behind the P.U.A philosophy, there are situations of passive-aggressive violence and sexual harassment. As such, this ideology is a clear exercise that can escalate various schemes: from a strange comment on your social networks to a situation that really puts you in danger.

No matter what kind of relationship you are looking for, a safe space needs to be clear from the start.