all sides to win. Regardless of victory or defeat, females just want to feel important, valued, and appreciated.
Men want to be treated kingly. Women want to be treated kindly. Men thrive and excel when they are respected, encouraged, and built up. The quickest way to destroy your husband’s confidence is to belittle him and make him feel incompetent. The fastest way to motivate him is to stroke his ego with positive comments or praise. As for women, they flourish when their husbands are thoughtful, spontaneous, compassionate, and gentle. Romancing your wife is the surest way to make her feel joyful.
Males are the survival species- able to make it off of little or nothing. On the contrary, women need the required items plus additional things. Why? Women are the “secure” creatures often depending on men to provide security. To women, more equals greater protection, enabling them to feel happier and more comfortable.
Men need a helping hand. Women need a hearing ear. Typically, men are always pursuing some endeavor or attempting to complete a task. As a result, they are often looking for their mate to assist them in some way. Contrariwise, women aren’t so concerned about projects and exploits. They concentrate more on bonding and communicating, emphasizing being clearly heard and understood by their husbands.
Men desire to be challenged. Women desire to be cherished. Husbands are always searching for opportunities to compete and conquer, which increases their confidence and boosts their self-esteem. On the flip side, women want everyone to get along and
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Men love what they see. Women love what they hear. To attract a man, give him someone who is appealing to the eyes. You would be surprised at what a man will do for a glamorous, beautiful woman. Conversely, many women usually prefer hearing sweet, charming words rather than beholding someone who is attractive (It is certainly a plus if the man is handsome though). Therefore, oftentimes you see some of the most beautiful women married to very unattractive men. In most cases, it is his words and personality that won her over, not his looks.
Excerpt from Living, Loving, Leading