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5'10 and lovin itttttt

 

[RedSwirl]

It's really confidence that's affected by height. I'm 5'4" and have rarely met women who are shorter than I am. What messes me up the most is the fact that I'm still and will forever be shorter than both of my parents. Actually I'm probably one of the shortest men in my entire family.

 

[Vagabundo]

I usually try to follow this belief as well. Just recently I overheard something about height and it really put me down. I feel like I'm quite literally "over-looked" at times.
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Yeah that happens. Or a really really tall guy starts at work and they want a picture of the two of us together..

The worst I've had is when someone thinks they are being funny and try and lean their elbow on my head or shoulder. I nearly lost it one time - drunk - and nearly punched a guy in the throat.

But you got to remember that people do with all time time; short, fat, race, personality traits, etc.

Being average height, or under, doesn't matter and it doesn't affect your job prospects. There was a study last month quoted on the radio that was spun to say it did, but the author came on and said that the sample included a number of other factors (malnourished, poor and disabled people, or something) and that you could not read the study that way.

Anyway focus on your strengths and try and improve your confidence, there is nothing you can do about your height. If other people have a problem with it, that's their problem.

 

[The Lamonster]

5'7" and its all good. Just gotta play to your strengths. Armpits in my face at gigs is probably my only issue.

5'6" here

I am not insecure at all and have a hot 5'1" girlfriend. The only issues I have with being short are being able to see at shows and getting a bartender's attention.

That said, I'm almost positive there are subconscious prejudices regarding salary and positions in the workplace.

 

[Ken Masters]

5'10 and lovin itttttt

how is it down there?

Spoiler

jk

 

[CrazyDude]

It's really confidence that's affected by height. I'm 5'4" and have rarely met women who are shorter than I am. What messes me up the most is the fact that I'm still and will forever be shorter than both of my parents. Actually I'm probably one of the shortest men in my entire family.

And I thought being shorter then my father was bad. I don't think I would be able to handle being shorter then my mother. What I hate most about being short is feeling like I am still a kid next to people the are younger or the same age as I am.

 

[The Elite]

Yup...I remember in HS I was flirting with this girl...there was a dance coming up and I could tell she was trying to calculate whether or not she would be taller than me with heels as the night went on. Stupid.

Uhh. I can't stand this shit. I can be as intelligent and confident as I want only to be trumped by a pair of fucking heels.

 

[Deleted member 47027]

Look on the bright side, smaller guys. Women are more apt to trust you than hulking death machines like some of us tall guys.

Every once in a while you find someone who likes a challenge and wants to figure you out, though.

I know this guy, known him since grade school. He's 5'1" and is just a wild-ass lothario. He can pretty much do anything because nobody ever views him as a 'threat' and it's always pleasant.

 

[fuzzyreactor]

5'10 and lovin itttttt

this


in the middle is perfect

 

[BobsRevenge]

The worst I've had is when someone thinks they are being funny and try and lean their elbow on my head or shoulder. I nearly lost it one time - drunk - and nearly punched a guy in the throat.

RIGHT!? The bane of my existence. It's worse when you can tell it's a turn off for girls who weren't even thinking of it before the action, or they feel embarrassed for you.

edit: Taller guys in this thread, don't be douchebags and do this. It's mean and awkward.

 

[Levyne]

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

 

[Tain]

5' 5". There definitely is a stigma to being shorter but you just have to move past it. Most girls say they don't want to date short guys but if you have confidence you can convince them otherwise. Hit the gym, get a good job, don't be an asshole, etc.; all that stuff matters more.

This is how I've seen it.

 

[fuzzyreactor]

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

that is above average

 

[Meier]

I wouldn't necessarily say it equates to unattractiveness.. look at Tom Cruise. I think if I were considerably shorter I'd be more insecure though.

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

6'0" is definitely considered "tall." The average male is what, 5'8"? 4" is a significant difference.

 

[Deleted member 47027]

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

Hey there's shitty parts to it. Fucking fitting in a car comfortably, finding shoes. Man, fuck that shit.

But it's cool, I can reach shit on the top shelf and nobody's in my way at a concert.

 

[TheKaeptain]

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

And finding pants is a bitch.

 

[TUSR]

Im just 6', or 5'11"?

I have a few buddies up in the 6'4" area and we all seem pretty successful.

 

[The Elite]

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

You're above average dude.

 

[Levyne]

that is above average

Sure if we consider average as a single height rather than a range. I'd say it's within a range of the average. I'm not a statistician though.

 

[Agalloch]

I'm 1.94 meters.
There are pros and cons, yes maybe many girls look at you , but for others can be a little too much.
And I think that for the back and something when you're older is better to be a bit lower

 

[Levyne]

And finding pants is a bitch.

I wear 30-34's...I usually can only buy them online.

And most days I still need a belt.

 

[Aquavelvaman]

I had a dream that everyone was around my height or taller and it was terrifying. I feel for you guys.

You can always try a cuban heel

 

[Meier]

And finding pants is a bitch.

I can't believe this is true. I'm 5'10" and most pants are way too long on me unless they offer a specific length as well (I prefer 30"). I'd imagine if I was 2" taller, most of them would be just about perfect.

 

[blahblah...blah]

5'9" so not exactly short, but below average. It's the one physical part of me I'd like to change, I could do with being 6'0", but I'm not complaining really, and I've certainly never been called unattractive

 

[Zoramon089]

Sure if we consider average as a single height rather than a range. I'd say it's within a range of the average. I'm not a statistician though.

An average IS a single value...You're thinking of like a bell curve or something

 

[Ken Masters]

Unless you 6ft 2+ you won't be able to experience the wonders to tall women (model height)

 

[fuzzyreactor]

Sure if we consider average as a single height rather than a range. I'd say it's within a range of the average. I'm not a statistician though.

ive always considered average around 5'8"-5'10". i can easily notice the difference between someone 5'9" and 6 ft

 

[Levyne]

An average IS a single value...You're thinking of like a bell curve or something

Ugh algebra 2 flash-backs.

 

[CrazyDude]

I had a dream that everyone was around my height or taller and it was terrifying. I feel for you guys.

You can always try a cuban heel

I never where heels. In fact I avoid shoes that will artificially raise my height by too much. It just feels dishonest.

 

[Deleted member 47027]

And finding pants is a bitch.

At 6'7 I can't find jeans to save my life from a 'normal' store, even their big and tall section. Big and tall to them = short and ROUND AS HELL. Where are these 30inch length midgets with 54 inch waistlines!? Where?

 

[The Elite]

Sure if we consider average as a single height rather than a range. I'd say it's within a range of the average. I'm not a statistician though.

http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=average+height+of+a+men

Quick and dirty. That's across the globe I assume.

 

[BobsRevenge]

Sure if we consider average as a single height rather than a range. I'd say it's within a range of the average. I'm not a statistician though.

How many standard deviations away from the mean are we talking about here? Someone get this man a z-score!

 

[Rad-]

If you start working out later in your life, there's a chance you will grow another few cm's. I grew 2 cm's after starting to build some muscle.

 

[clav]

And finding pants is a bitch.

I find this surprising.

I can barely find pants that are to my length. The pants are always 2-3 lengths longer than my legs.

 

[TheKaeptain]

I can't believe this is true. I'm 5'10" and most pants are way too long on me unless they offer a specific length as well (I prefer 30"). I'd imagine if I was 2" taller, most of them would be just about perfect.

I'm 5'11" and I can never find pants. 34 are too long and 32 is too short. I just buy 34 and take them to a tailor.

 

[brucewaynegretzky]

At 6'7 I can't find jeans to save my life from a 'normal' store, even their big and tall section. Big and tall to them = short and ROUND AS HELL. Where are these 30inch length midgets with 54 inch waistlines!? Where?

Wtf? Is this something that is actually kept in stock at most places?

 

[Ken Masters]

At 6'7 I can't find jeans to save my life from a 'normal' store, even their big and tall section. Big and tall to them = short and ROUND AS HELL. Where are these 30inch length midgets with 54 inch waistlines!? Where?

I feel sorry for you, at 6'4 I thought I had trouble finding jeans. You're right about big and tall, it should be called short and obese store. You should give Lebron James a call and see where he gets his jeans from

 

[fuzzyreactor]

I'm 5'11" and I can never find pants. 34 are too long and 32 is too short. I just buy 34 and take them to a tailor.

you guys got it easy, try having a 28-29 waist

 

[clav]

you guys got it easy, try having a 28-29 waist

iknowthatfeelbro.jpg

Shirts are even worse. You ask for XS sizes, and then you realize they don't have any so you have to look in the kids section.

 

[Levyne]

http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=average+height+of+a+men

Quick and dirty. That's across the globe I assume.

Yeah I think the average in the US (where I live) is like 5'10 (not sure of the source, checked wiki). So 2 inches above i guess.

 

[brucewaynegretzky]

you guys got it easy, try having a 28-29 waist

This used to be a problem for me. Since law school I've put on a few pounds to the point where I where normal person pants. Feels good, but at the same time I'm less fit than I used to be. I get the "too skinny" thing less though.

 

[CrazyDude]

If you start working out later in your life, there's a chance you will grow another few cm's. I grew 2 cm's after starting to build some muscle.

Probably has more to do with posture being improved, then actual growth.

 

[Levyne]

you guys got it easy, try having a 28-29 waist

Same here.

 

[Plywood]

I'm a dead even 6' and it sucks that I'll never know the joys of being tall or the pain of being short.

Just the average-ness of being average height :/

woe is you

Get out.

 

[The Elite]

I'm 2 inches taller then my husband (married for 12 years and going ) and it's not something that has ever bothered us in the slightest. He's honestly one of the nicest men I've ever met, and is very confident as well.

This post shouldn't get lost. Someone who doesn't have the "high heels" issue. It's good to see.

 

[clav]

woe is you

Get out.

Actually, people who are mentioning height taller than the average height should get out.

 

[Deleted member 81567]

Weight generates much more insecurity.

 

[fuzzyreactor]

iknowthatfeelbro.jpg

Shirts are even worse. You ask for XS sizes, and then you realize they don't have any so you have to look in the kids section.

lol, i very familiar with the kids section

 

[Deleted member 47027]

you guys got it easy, try having a 28-29 waist

28-29?

Kids or Ladies section then. That'd be my guess.

 

[The Elite]

Weight generates much more insecurity.

I can imagine but weight can be controlled with exercise. There's not much you can do about height besides improve your posture and even then, the results are negligible.