Its a bad human trait maybe, but the “no, thank you” or just “no.” isn’t good enough. I want to know a reason WHY.
I want honesty without creulty. I would prefer, “You are not my type.” to “I think you are ugly” It is a hard line to walk, I imagine, but I think it is only fair that the person being asked realize the trouble and thought (or lack of) being put into the asking.
If I ask someone out in a polite and freindly manner, they should do the same in return. If I am a rude bastard, then slap me down like a dog.
I’m with you, CandyMan. I had a number of girls, when I was dating, give me lines like, “I’m just not interested in dating”. If you don’t want to date me, then say so.