Why do people have a problem with wolf whistling

It makes me feel so uncomfortable

So if a man sees an attractive women he does a distinctive whistle, but I see it as harmless.

Lol I guess it sounds nice in theory but in reality the person doing the whistling is a disgusting looking old man who also shouts something disgusting like 'big tits' after he whistles.

But why?
Unless the guy is old enough to be your dad and is not invading your personal space, then I see no problem with it.

You may see it as harmless, but many women feel uncomfortable about it.

Lol I guess it sounds nice in theory but in reality the person doing the whistling is a disgusting looking old man who also shouts something disgusting like 'big tits' after he whistles.

I struggle to see in how a harmless whistle can make someone feel uncomfortable, if they are not crossing any social barriers



I get that, but if it is a handsome young chap , i see no problem.

It just seems like a horrible way to get a woman's attention and let her know that she's attractive. I think most women would appreciate someone telling them that they're beautiful however whistling may perceived as demeaning, for example you might whistle to grab the attention of a dog or other animal.

So if a man sees an attractive women he does a distinctive whistle, but I see it as harmless.

It's rude and ignorant, and you know it, Blue Mason. This is just another one of your wind up threads.

Because more often than not, the man that just "complimented" you will then approach you, invade your personal space, ask questions about you - and if you ignore him, he gets all offended and angry because, why would you ignore a bloke that just gave you a compliment? Stupid b****.
It's quite intimidating actually... Especially if there's a few of them.

It's also embarrassing. People tend to do it for attractive women, but also sarcastically. If you're somebody with low self esteem, it can be quite insulting. And, you know, then the whole road starts staring at you.

So no, the problem isn't really the whistling, at least not for me, it's the fact that it's often followed by an aggressive confrontation or is just plain embarrassing.

It's also bloody weird. Imagine if the next woman you saw in the middle of a busy space hollered "OI MATE UR FIT" and her and her friends start laughing at you. It'd probably make you uncomfortable...

I would do a creepy excited grin, squat down and extend my arms with my fingers in grabbing motion and squat run after her deeply growling mmmmmmmmmhmm