Whenever I tell someone that I wish i was shorter, they are always taken a back(being masculine presenting). I am just over 6 ft, in my country, that’s a bit above average height. Its not like I am a gaint or anything but I am always aware how intimidating I look. Also, the country where I live doesn’t feel like it build for people my size. Mini-van for transportation that squish my knees, ceiling that are a bit too low for my taste, showers space that’s too small.
But also, I feel like a bumbling idiot (I suspect I have Dysprixa) and hate standing out so much. I may have Body dysmorphia. Its like how I would like to be seen and how I feel, are the exact opposite to how I seen. I feel small, soft, in a relationship, I would prefer to take on the "feminine " role. I feel nothing like a man.
Anyone else relates to this.
Honestly, I never thought much about my height. I find it baffling that people would pass up on someone because of their height. I like tall women, I like short women, I just like women. She can be taller than me or shorter than me. It’s far from a deal-breaker either way.
For context, I’m a slightly feminine heterosexual man. I don’t think your height should play into that at all. I’m 5 feet, 11 inches (Sorry I’m American) tall. I think your height matters more to you than it does most other people. We are our own worst critics. Try to love yourself and be kind to yourself.
If you worried about being perceived as intimidating try to be aware of your body language. Sitting with your arms crossed tells people you don’t want to talk. It’s best to sit with your hands on your legs. I don’t remember where I read that but it might be helpful.
In conclusion, your shouldn’t be worried about your height and you should also love yourself. I wish you the best m8.
Like i said in another comment, i never even thought about my own height untill i was like 29 and a woman pointed out that she especially liked how tall i was. I thought it was a joke, because in my mind, i was normal tall. Because to me, it was normal. Never thought about it, and i still just don’t care, except when i bump my head somewhere. It’s weird that people do care ao much. I get it when you’re tall or short enough that you have trouble finding clothing or helth related issues.