50 More Shit Tests and How to Pass Them
Part 2 of the Ultimate 100-Shit-Test Field Guide for Men
In Part 1, we covered the first 50.
We talked about teasing.
Attraction.
Confidence.
Social pressure.
Boundaries.
And the increasingly common social-media situation where someone disappears, unfollows, or blocks you.
The lesson was simple:
You don’t pass a shit test by controlling the other person.
You pass it by controlling yourself.
Now we’re going deeper.
Because some tests hit men where they’re most vulnerable:
Jealousy.
Sex.
Money.
Commitment.
Attention.
Competition.
And perhaps the biggest one of all:
The fear of losing her.
That fear can turn an otherwise confident man into somebody he doesn’t recognize.
He starts over-texting.
He starts explaining.
He starts competing.
He starts buying things he can’t afford.
He starts tolerating behavior he normally wouldn’t tolerate.
He starts monitoring social media.
He starts trying to decode every little interaction.
And eventually, he’s no longer dating.
He’s performing.
So let’s finish the list.
51. “My Ex Used to Treat Me Better.”
What’s happening?
This can be an attempt to create competition with someone from her past.
But it can also be a legitimate complaint.
The key is determining which one you’re dealing with.
If she’s comparing you constantly, don’t start trying to outperform an imaginary version of her ex.
Weak response:
“I’m way better than him.”
or:
“What did he do that I don’t?”
Now you’ve entered the competition.
Better response:
“If there’s something specific you want to talk about, tell me.”
That puts the conversation into reality.
Instead of competing with the past, you’re asking what she actually needs now.
Why it works:
You’re willing to improve without becoming desperate to win approval.
Pass condition: You don’t compete with ghosts.
52. “Other Guys Would Pay for This.”
This one can hit men directly in the wallet.
She might say:
“My ex always bought me that.”
“Other guys take me to expensive restaurants.”
“Other guys would have no problem paying for it.”
Your response shouldn’t be to prove that you can spend more.
Weak response:
“I can afford it.”
Then you pull out your credit card.
Congratulations—you passed the test directly into debt.
Better response:
“Then you should date those guys.”
Or, less aggressively:
“I’m not trying to compete with other guys.”
Why it works:
Your financial decisions aren’t determined by somebody else’s comparison.
Generosity is great.
Performative spending is not.
53. “How Much Money Do You Make?”
This question isn’t automatically a shit test.
Sometimes people genuinely want to know.
But if the conversation feels like an evaluation of your financial worth, don’t feel pressured to prove yourself.
Response:
“Enough to take care of myself and build what I’m working toward.”
Or simply:
“I keep my finances pretty private.”
Why it works:
You don’t need to turn your bank account into your dating résumé.
Your value as a man isn’t a number someone extracts from you during dinner.
54. “What Kind of Car Do You Drive?”
Again, this could be innocent.
But if someone is clearly evaluating your status, don’t suddenly start explaining why your car is better than it looks.
Better response:
Answer honestly.
If you like your car, own it.
If you’re working toward something better, work toward it.
The insecure response is pretending to be wealthier than you are.
Confidence doesn’t require cosplay.
55. “You Should Buy Me This.”
This is where generosity and people-pleasing can become confused.
If you genuinely want to buy someone a gift, great.
But if you’re buying something because you’re afraid she’ll lose interest if you don’t?
That’s a problem.
Response:
“Maybe.”
Or:
“We’ll see.”
Or simply:
“That’s not in the budget.”
A man who can say no to a purchase isn’t less generous.
He’s financially disciplined.
56. “You’re Cheap.”
This one can trigger a man’s ego.
Suddenly he wants to prove that he can spend money.
Don’t.
Response:
“I’m intentional with my money.”
That’s the difference.
Being cheap means refusing to spend even when spending makes sense.
Being financially disciplined means knowing where your money should go.
Don’t let someone shame you into bad financial decisions.
57. “My Friends Think You Should…”
This is an indirect pressure test.
Suddenly you’ve got an entire committee weighing in on your relationship.
Don’t start defending yourself to people who aren’t even present.
Response:
“They can have their opinion.”
Then talk directly with the person you’re actually dating.
Why it works:
You refuse to let a crowd dictate your relationship.
58. “My Friends Don’t Like You.”
This one can sting.
And sometimes it matters.
But don’t immediately start campaigning for approval from her friends.
Ask why.
“What don’t they like?”
Then evaluate the information.
Maybe they’re wrong.
Maybe they noticed something you didn’t.
Maybe they’re simply protective.
The confident response isn’t automatically dismissing them.
It’s being willing to investigate without becoming desperate.
59. “My Friends Think You’re a Red Flag.”
Don’t immediately start defending yourself.
Ask:
“What did they see?”
Then listen.
If the accusation is nonsense, your behavior will eventually demonstrate that.
If there is truth behind it, you have an opportunity to correct something.
Pass condition:
You can receive criticism without collapsing.
60. “Everyone Thinks I’m Too Good for You.”
This is designed to trigger status anxiety.
Don’t start proving your worth.
Response:
“That’s their opinion.”
Then continue living.
The relationship is between two people.
Not you and an imaginary jury.
Much like a feminine mind game, this shit test involves her ego and how you respond matters.
61. “I Have Plenty of Other Options.”
This is one of the classic jealousy triggers.
The wrong response is competing.
“I have options too.”
Now you’ve entered an arms race.
Better:
“I’m sure you do.”
That’s it.
You don’t need to convince someone that other women want you.
If they want to be with you, the relationship should be based on mutual interest—not a competition over who has more alternatives.
62. “You Know I Could Get Another Guy, Right?”
Don’t panic.
Don’t respond:
“But I’m better than them.”
Try:
“I’m aware.”
Then let the statement sit.
You don’t have to negotiate against a hypothetical future boyfriend.
63. “I’m Going Out With My Friends Tonight.”
This isn’t automatically a test.
She has a life.
You should have one too.
Weak response:
“Who’s going?”
“Are there going to be guys?”
“What time will you be home?”
“Send me pictures.”
That’s not confidence.
That’s surveillance.
Better:
“Have fun.”
If you’re in an exclusive relationship and there are legitimate trust issues, discuss those directly.
Don’t disguise insecurity as concern.
64. “There Will Be Guys There.”
Here’s where a lot of men reveal their insecurity.
If you’re in a committed relationship, trust is part of the deal.
You don’t get to control someone’s social environment.
Response:
“Have a good time.”
If there are established relationship boundaries, both people should understand them beforehand.
You don’t create boundaries every time you’re afraid.
65. “This Guy Keeps Messaging Me.”
If she’s telling you this to make you jealous, don’t reward the behavior.
If she’s genuinely telling you because the guy is bothering her, respond appropriately.
Ask:
“Do you want help dealing with it?”
That’s dramatically different from:
“Who is he? What’s his name? Show me the messages!”
Confidence doesn’t mean ignoring problems.
It means addressing the actual problem instead of inventing one.
66. “Look What He Sent Me.”
She shows you a message from another man.
This can be a huge jealousy trigger.
Don’t compete.
Don’t insult him.
Don’t start writing her responses for her.
Ask:
“What do you want to do about it?”
Now you’re responding to the situation instead of being emotionally hijacked by it.
67. “He’s More Successful Than You.”
This is almost custom-designed to trigger status insecurity.
Don’t start listing your accomplishments.
Don’t pull up your résumé.
Don’t explain your income.
Better:
“Good for him.”
Then focus on your own trajectory.
A man secure in his mission doesn’t need every other man to fail.
68. “He’s More Attractive Than You.”
Same principle.
Don’t start comparing jawlines.
Don’t insult him.
Don’t ask:
“Do you think he’s better looking than me?”
You already know the trap.
Better:
Laugh.
“He’s a good-looking guy.”
You don’t have to make someone ugly to feel attractive.
69. “Do You Think She’s Hot?”
Now she’s asking about another woman.
You don’t need to lie.
You also don’t need to turn it into a sexual dissertation.
Response:
“She’s attractive.”
Simple.
If you’re in a committed relationship, the larger issue is whether both partners understand and respect the boundaries of the relationship.
Honesty and discretion can coexist.
70. “Would You Sleep With Her?”
This is another question where the goal isn’t to find the perfect dating-guru answer.
The goal is honesty.
If you’re single, answer honestly.
If you’re in a relationship, understand that your answer may have consequences.
You don’t need to play games.
You need to understand your commitments.
She’s honestly looking for preselection proof, but don’t say yes, or no. Best to ignore it.
71. “You’re Not Getting Sex Tonight.”
This one shouldn’t even be treated as a test.
Sex is never something you are entitled to.
If she doesn’t want sex, accept it.
No pressure.
No guilt.
No bargaining.
No “but you said…”
No manipulation.
The confident response:
“No problem.”
And genuinely mean it.
Ironically, this is one of the clearest demonstrations of composure a man can make.
You don’t need to turn every sexual situation into a negotiation.
72. “You’re Not Getting Anything From Me.”
Same principle.
If she’s joking and flirting, you can keep things playful.
If she’s genuinely saying no, the answer is simple:
Respect the no.
A strong man doesn’t need to pressure someone into intimacy.
He can accept rejection without turning bitter.
73. “You Better Prove You Want Me.”
Don’t start performing.
You can demonstrate interest through consistent behavior.
You don’t need to pass increasingly ridiculous loyalty tests.
Response:
“You’ll know I’m interested by how I treat you.”
Then let your actions speak.
74. “If You Really Loved Me, You Would…”
This is one of the most important tests in the entire list.
Because it can disguise manipulation as love.
“If you loved me, you’d give me your password.”
“If you loved me, you’d cancel your plans.”
“If you loved me, you’d spend the money.”
“If you loved me, you’d prove it.”
No.
Love isn’t a blank check.
Response:
“I care about you, but I’m not going to prove it by violating my own boundaries.”
That’s a powerful distinction.
75. “If You Loved Me, You’d Do This for Me.”
Same principle.
Ask:
Is the request reasonable?
If yes, perhaps do it.
If no, don’t allow emotional pressure to make the decision for you.
Real intimacy allows two people to say no.
76. “You Never Do Anything Romantic.”
This might not be a shit test.
She might genuinely want more romance.
Listen.
Ask:
“What would feel romantic to you?”
Now you’re communicating.
The insecure response is:
“Nothing I ever do is good enough for you!”
That’s defensiveness.
The mature response is curiosity.
77. “You’re Not Romantic Enough.”
Don’t automatically reject the criticism.
Maybe she’s right.
Maybe your love languages are different.
Maybe you’re showing affection in ways she doesn’t recognize.
Ask what she means.
Confidence means you can improve without believing you’re defective.
78. “You’re Too Independent.”
This one can be particularly interesting.
Independence is generally healthy.
But extreme emotional distance can create relationship problems.
So don’t automatically assume she’s wrong.
Ask:
“What makes you feel that way?”
Maybe she wants more emotional connection.
Maybe she wants control.
You won’t know until you communicate.
79. “You Don’t Need Me.”
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The answer isn’t:
“I need you!”
The better answer is:
“I want you in my life.”
Wanting someone and needing them are fundamentally different.
Healthy relationships are built on choice.
80. “Why Don’t You Chase Me?”
Here’s a secret:
You don’t have to.
If you’re interested, pursue appropriately.
But constant chasing isn’t proof of attraction.
It’s often proof of anxiety.
Response:
“I like mutual effort.”
That’s a standard.
Not a manipulation tactic.
81. “You Don’t Text First Anymore.”
Don’t turn this into a game of who can wait longest.
If you’re interested, communicate.
If you notice the effort has become one-sided, address it.
Response:
“I’ve noticed the communication has changed too. What’s going on?”
Now you’re having an adult conversation instead of running a psychological experiment.
82. “Why Did You Like Her Picture?”
Social media has created an entire new category of jealousy tests.
A like can become evidence.
A follow can become evidence.
A comment can become evidence.
And suddenly men and women are conducting forensic investigations through Instagram.
Don’t live like that.
If you’re in a relationship and you’ve crossed a boundary, own it.
If you haven’t, don’t panic.
Response:
“It was a social media like. If something about it bothers you, let’s talk about it.”
Bring the conversation back to reality.
83. “Who Is That Girl You Follow?”
Answer honestly.
If she’s a friend, say she’s a friend.
If she’s someone you dated, don’t lie.
If you’ve got a secretive behavior that you wouldn’t want your partner to discover, that’s a separate problem.
Confidence doesn’t mean hiding things better.
It means living in a way you don’t need to hide.
84. “Why Are You Following So Many Women?”
This could be jealousy.
It could also be a legitimate relationship concern.
If you’re following hundreds of thirst traps while telling your girlfriend social media doesn’t matter, you may want to examine that contradiction.
The correct response:
Don’t immediately attack her insecurity.
Talk about expectations.
“What specifically bothers you about it?”
Then decide together what reasonable boundaries look like.
85. “I Saw You Online.”
Social media can create bizarre expectations.
Someone sees you active.
You haven’t replied.
Now you’re being interrogated.
If you’re genuinely busy:
“I saw it and couldn’t respond at the time.”
That’s it.
You don’t need to manufacture an elaborate excuse.
86. “You Were Online But Didn’t Message Me.”
Same principle.
Being online isn’t an obligation to communicate.
But if someone repeatedly feels ignored, that’s worth discussing.
The confident response isn’t:
“I’m allowed to do whatever I want!”
That’s technically true but relationally useless.
Communicate.
87. “Why Did You Unfollow Me?”
If you’ve actually unfollowed someone, be honest.
If you haven’t, explain that.
Don’t turn it into a manipulation game.
And if someone unfollows you?
Don’t immediately follow them from another account.
Remember the social-media lesson from Part 1:
You don’t need to chase digital access.
88. “I’m Going to Unfollow You.”
This is where your ego can start screaming.
“Why?”
“Don’t!”
“What did I do?”
Stop.
If she’s announcing that she’s going to remove you from social media, let her.
Response:
“That’s your choice.”
Then continue your day.
Your life existed before her follower count.
It will exist afterward.
89. “I’m Blocking You.”
We already touched on this in Part 1.
But it deserves a second mention because social-media blocking can create an enormous psychological trap.
If you’re blocked:
Don’t circumvent it.
Don’t make another account.
Don’t contact her friends.
Don’t search for secret profiles.
Don’t obsessively check whether you’ve been unblocked.
And don’t convince yourself that the only possible explanation is that she’s testing you.
Maybe she is.
Maybe she isn’t.
You don’t need to know.
Respect the boundary.
Move forward.
90. “I Deleted Your Number.”
This is designed to trigger urgency.
Don’t scramble to prove that the relationship matters.
If she actually wants to communicate, communication can happen.
Response:
“Okay.”
Then let the situation breathe.
Don’t turn a dramatic statement into a dramatic response.
91. “I Don’t Know If I Want a Relationship With You.”
This is one of the hardest statements to hear.
Because uncertainty creates anxiety.
You want to persuade.
Don’t.
Better:
“I understand. Take the time you need to figure out what you want.”
Then decide what you want.
You don’t need to sit indefinitely in emotional limbo.
92. “I Need Space.”
Respect it.
This isn’t a challenge to overcome.
It’s a request.
Give the person space.
If there is an agreed time to reconnect, respect that.
If there isn’t, don’t bombard them.
The strongest response:
“I understand. I’ll give you space.”
And then actually do it.
93. “I Don’t Know If I’m Ready.”
Don’t immediately start selling the relationship.
You aren’t a salesperson trying to overcome an objection.
Ask:
“What are you unsure about?”
Then listen.
Maybe she’s not ready.
Maybe there are legitimate concerns.
Maybe you’re simply incompatible.
You don’t need to convince someone into wanting you.
94. “I Think We Should Just Be Friends.“
This is rejection.
Treat it like rejection.
Don’t agree to friendship while secretly hoping to manipulate her into dating you later.
If friendship genuinely works for you, fine.
If it doesn’t:
“I understand. I don’t think friendship is what I’m looking for, but I wish you well.”
Then move on.
That’s self-respect.
95. “I Need to Think About It.”
Don’t pressure.
Give her the space to decide.
The insecure man thinks:
“If I don’t convince her right now, I’m going to lose her.”
The confident man understands:
If she needs to be convinced, she’s not choosing freely.
Let people make their decisions.
96. “You’re Not Going to Find Anyone Better Than Me.”
Don’t accept the challenge.
You don’t need to respond:
“Actually, I could find someone way better.”
That’s just insecurity wearing a leather jacket.
Try:
“I hope you find what you’re looking for.”
Then move forward.
97. “You Couldn’t Handle a Woman Like Me.”
This is one of the classic direct challenges.
Don’t start making claims about how dominant or masculine you are.
Try:
“Maybe we’re about to find out.”
Or simply:
“We’ll see.”
The power comes from not needing to prove anything prematurely.
98. “I Bet I Could Change Your Mind.”
Don’t become defensive.
You can smile:
“You can try.”
Then continue.
You’re not accepting a battle.
You’re simply comfortable enough to let someone make their attempt.
99. “Prove It.”
This is one of the most dangerous two-word phrases in the dating world.
Because men have an instinct to demonstrate.
Prove you’re strong.
Prove you’re attractive.
Prove you have money.
Prove you’re masculine.
Prove you care.
Prove you want her.
Prove you can handle her.
But here’s the question:
Do you actually need to?
Sometimes the strongest answer is:
“I don’t have anything to prove.”
And sometimes the situation genuinely calls for action.
The skill is knowing the difference.
100. “Let’s See What You’re Really Made Of.”
And here we are.
The final shit test.
Except it’s not really about her.
It’s about you.
Because life will constantly ask this question.
A woman might challenge you.
A business might fail.
A relationship might end.
A friend might betray you.
A plan might collapse.
A goal might take longer than expected.
You will encounter rejection.
You will encounter uncertainty.
You will encounter situations you cannot control.
And eventually you have to answer:
What are you really made of?
Not with a clever comeback.
With your behavior.
The Ultimate Formula for Passing Shit Tests
After 100 examples across Parts 1 and 2, you should notice something.
There isn’t one magical comeback.
There isn’t one phrase that works every time.
There isn’t a secret sentence that makes every woman respect you.
Because that’s not what this is about.
The real formula is:
1. Don’t Assume
Not every challenge is a shit test.
Sometimes she’s joking.
Sometimes she’s communicating.
Sometimes she’s upset.
Sometimes she’s setting a boundary.
Sometimes she’s simply not interested.
Find out which one you’re dealing with.
2. Don’t React Immediately
Take a breath.
You don’t need to respond within half a second.
Silence is allowed.
Thinking is allowed.
You can take a moment.
3. Don’t Overexplain
The more desperate you become to prove yourself, the more power you give the accusation.
Answer what actually needs answering.
Nothing more.
4. Don’t Chase Validation
You don’t need someone to confirm:
- you’re attractive
- you’re masculine
- you’re successful
- you’re desirable
- you’re interesting
- you’re worthy
Build those things for yourself.
5. Don’t Confuse Boundaries With Tests
If someone says no to sex, respect it.
If someone wants space, give it.
If someone blocks you, don’t circumvent it.
If someone ends the relationship, accept it.
That’s not “losing.”
That’s respecting another person’s autonomy.
6. Don’t Confuse Confidence With Arrogance
Confidence says:
“I know who I am.”
Arrogance says:
“I’m better than everyone.”
You don’t need the second one.
7. Don’t Manufacture Scarcity
Don’t intentionally ignore people.
Don’t fake being busy.
Don’t delay texts because a dating guru told you to wait three hours.
Don’t pretend you don’t care when you do.
That’s not confidence.
That’s theater.
The 100-Shit-Test Mindset
After all 100 examples, here’s the biggest lesson:
You don’t need to pass her test.
You need to pass your own.
Can you remain composed?
Can you communicate honestly?
Can you accept rejection?
Can you maintain boundaries?
Can you admit when you’re wrong?
Can you walk away when something isn’t healthy?
Can you care about someone without becoming dependent on their approval?
Can you be attracted to a woman without becoming controlled by the possibility of losing her?
Can you hear something uncomfortable without immediately reacting?
Can you respect someone’s “no”?
Can you handle someone else’s “yes”?
And perhaps most importantly:
Can you remain yourself when someone else’s behavior makes you afraid of losing them?
That’s the real test.
Final Word
The goal isn’t to become the guy with the perfect comeback.
The goal isn’t to walk around treating every woman like she’s secretly testing you.
And the goal certainly isn’t to manipulate someone into chasing you.
The goal is much simpler.
Become difficult to emotionally knock off-center.
If she teases you, you can laugh.
If she challenges you, you can think.
If she disagrees, you can communicate.
If she rejects you, you can accept it.
If she walks away, you can let her walk.
If she blocks you, you can put your phone down.
If she chooses you, you can appreciate it without becoming dependent on it.
And if someone genuinely loves, respects, and wants to build something with you?
You don’t need to spend every second wondering whether you’re passing a test.
You can simply enjoy the relationship.
That’s the difference between dating from fear and dating from strength.
The ultimate shit-test isn’t whether you can make her stay.
It’s whether you can remain grounded if she doesn’t.
