I was having a laugh with my wife and our good female friend the other day about writing a blogpost on ‘How to get and keep a man… from a man’s perspective’.
Surprisingly the idea wasn’t just met with initial laughter.
They told me I could definitely offer something valueable on the subject – especially from a guys point of view.
So I pondered it – thought about all the single female friends in my life, past and present, who have struggled to find the life companion that most females long for. I had to ask myself if there really was any insight I could add in their situation, especially being a guy.
And that’s when it dawned on me. that’s exactly what validates my advice – it’s the fact that I am a dude! I am more than qualified to give single woman a fresh perspective on what good men are looking for in a good woman.
So based on that logic, I penned this post. Please remember, I am NOT a relationship expert – my opinions below are my own and based on years of personal observations.
And note this is light-hearted. Its aim is to provide food for thought for those still on the lookout for Mr. Right.
So here goes.
9 Points on How to Get and Keep a Man… from a mans perspective.
1. Be prepared – remember that song Scar sung in the Lion King?
The search for a good man actually begins with you. It’s important that to prepare for a good man you commit yourself to continually becoming a good woman. I’m not talking about your outward appearance, I’m talking about you as a person. You have to pursue being of the quality you are seeking.
2. Recognise who you are and what you hold / Love yourself
Good men are attracted to woman who recognise their value and understand who they are – so always pursue and love your identity. Love yourself fully. Men don’t define who you are so don’t let them. A woman secure in her identity knows she has been made with perfection in mind – so make sure that realisation is deeply embedded in you.
3. Guard your heart
Can you see how these points fit in order? If you are continually committing yourself to improving as a person and moving into a greater understanding of who you are and loving what you see, then guarding your heart is the obvious next step. Ensure your identity includes being someone who protects her heart. This doesn’t mean locking it up in a jail cell and being the angry jail warden that hits people that come near it, but more be thoughtful and aware of men who want to add something to your life, and those that want to take something from it. You know what I’m talking about. Be mindful.
4. Embrace your singleness
It’s important to truly recognise the phase of life you’re in and embrace it fully. I think so many people (including men) lose the awesomeness of the ‘single’ stage in their life. Singleness is a gift – so live it out fully. Embrace it.
5. Look for the best in men
Here’s a great stat – 100% OF MEN AREN’T PERFECT. It doesn’t matter how far and wide you look – you are not going to find one. That’s not to say that there aren’t great men though. It’s important to get in the habit of looking for the best in the men you meet. If you do this, you’ll find that there’s probably more great men out there than you think.
6. Be you
Good men are looking for what makes a woman different, not what makes them the same as everyone else. Work that. Be you. If you’ve prepared yourself well – to be a good woman – and come across as a woman sure of herself and her identity, then you’re in a great space to attract the right man and lose none of who you are. Ideal.
7. Enjoy yourself, have fun
In line with all the points above, it’s important to enjoy yourself. Good men are looking for woman to have fun with – so be fun. Be light. Be present. Listen. Take interest in his interests. you’ll find the right men will also take authentic interest in yours. You may even share interests. Even better.
8. Show ‘a little’ vulnerability
This tip only works if you fully understand and practice point 3 (see point 3). With the right man, share something about yourself that is beyond what you would normally just share with a group of friends at the pub. This is not to say you should open up about your life like the Hoover Dam (See point 3) but small signs of vulnerability can indicate to a good man the right interest.
9. Don’t be too full on
Post-date or hangout – if you haven’t heard from him within the time you were hoping – don’t fret. Give him space. The right guys will pursue you not the other way around. Don’t forget that when you hung out with him you were fun, you were open, you listened, you were present. If a man doesn’t respond to that? I promise you, you are not the problem.
And that’s my lot. Hopefully this is of some help to single women looking for the ‘one’.
And this is my parting thought:
Despite what the movies and magazines feed you, and with high frequency, good single men worth your time ARE looking for a good woman like you.
So be encouraged that the right man is still out there waiting to meet you. Make sure you’re ready.
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Great thoughts. You now need to write………..”how to get and keep a lady”, even after 32 years of marriage I am still looking for good tips.
Haha – thanks James:) Maybe I will… sounds like the appropriate sequel really doesn’t it? Appreciate your feedback. Cheers
Shot uncle..great tips! I’ m liking this blog..will def be a follower!
Thanks Tash:) Hope all is well in your part of the world!
This is the most legit thing I have ever read on this subject. Thank you.
Thanks Tara. The main thread of the post was to encourage and empower so I’m glad it came across like that:) Appreciate your comment. Cheers
This is brilliant. BRILLIANT!
Appreciate your feedback Rose:) My intention was that the post would be encouraging and empowering for woman so glad it came across that way. Cheers
Bro, I would probably agree with most of that but I also think itz not so complicated. In my opinion, most guys aren’t too difficult and if you take care of some of the basic needs we’ll love you for life! 🙂
Appreciate your comment bro:) Agree there is a simplicity to all this as well – hope you enjoyed the read:)
Will def keep reading. Good to see a thoughtful, well-written blog being done by one of the brothers – keep it going uce!!
Very insightful and right in ALL ways. I am enjoying your work Jesse! Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🙂
Thanks Anina – glad the blog is adding some value to your life:) Cheers
Hey Jesse,
My friend Christian showed me your blog, and I love it. Christian and I travel around NZ speaking in high schools on a range of topics from ‘How to make friends’ to ‘Sex and relationships’. You have pretty much said what we say in schools, but in a way more detail, and I couldn’t agree with you more. I will definitely refer to some of the stuff you have said in the high schools. Awesome work 🙂
Thanks for your comment – really encouraging:) Great that you’re spreading a similar message to young women who may need to hear it. Appreciate your feedback – glad you enjoyed the post – cheers:)