Their fear of rejection is also by projection. Many have low self esteem and no character, so they humiliate men who seek them to feel superior. Itโs why they assume the men they seek would humiliate them.
Women donโt ask men out largely because theyโre afraid of rejection. To them rejection equals shame and thatโs something theyโre especially sensitive to.
And deep down, they know their chances of rejection are higher because of the way they choose. Their hypergamous nature.