AOG - "/// So no, it is not reasonable for a woman to asssume that a man following her has evil intentions on his
mind. ///
Yes but didn't you later put,
/// It would be nice not to have to confirm non-verbally that a man is no threat to a woman, but in current times, it is sometimes necessary to do so. /// "
I don't understand your point.
A woman should not assume that a man has evil intentions, but it doesn't hurt to reassure a woman by some simple non-verbal actions if it seems appropriate.
I have followed women down the street, and become aware that they are uncomfortable - it costs me nothing to drop right back, or cross over.
I shouldn't have to, but as I say, it costs nothing and I would rather not be the subject of a stranger's worries - however unfounded.