Originally posted by social_misfit:
Sometimes, even asking a gal question is problematic.
If you try to be nice, accomodating or consultative, and you ask her for an opinion, she gets irritated and may think you're a wussy who can't make a decision.
If you don't ask her, then when she isn't happy with the decision you make unilaterally, then she accuses you of not understanding her or think you're a egoistic male chauvinist who doesn't bother to consider her views.
How? Anyway to know when to ask or when not to ask?
In life there is no absolute right or wrong answer. Even scientists have conflicting views. It depends on your own personal beliefs and values system and how strong u hold onto them. As long as you firmly believe in your own principles, whatever it may be, as long as you respect yourself, people will respect you.
Why bother as long as you use common sense and think you are correct ? As the old adage says, "you cannot afford to please everyone." Listening to her doesn't mean you have to agree to her whole-heartedly. Put yourself in her own shoes. That's all there is to it.
So, just ask, provided it's not a stupid question. Asking doesn't mean you have to listen and follow.