Nice Guy Now

Giving with the covert expectation of getting something back (like affection or praise).

Coined by Dr. Robert Glover in his book No More Mr. Nice Guy , this syndrome describes men who believe that if they are good, giving, and caring , they will be happy and loved in return. While that sounds positive, it often leads to: Nice Guy

The "Nice Guy" Trap: Why Being "Too Nice" Might Be Holding You Back Giving with the covert expectation of getting something