Seduction draws attraction towards, but experience dehorts the self from engaging beyond a flippant flirt as memories of similar situations recall only the residual effects of eagerness left by the illusion of invitation.

Time as a scrutator is better invested gathering evidence of value between couch cushions than addressing the impossibility of undressing a gift wrapped in a tease.

Walking away fulfills emotional needs by avoiding the other’s inevitable request to abrogate sincerity in favour of supficiality.