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What Men Really Want In a Woman - It's All Here

Updated on February 1, 2012

What men really want in a woman is Self-Adoration.

It's true, most men will try to secure a good-looking woman - but all you really need to do is simple maintenance. Fresh breath, clean hair, ironed clothes, nice nails, pretty toes, etc.

A man may think he needs a hot blonde by his side to show off to the other guys, but in his heart, he will know he is denying his very need for unconditional love. What men really want in a woman is far from looks alone.

Superficial relationships are temporary and fleeting. They will leave both ends feeling empty and in need of another fix after a short period of time together.

What men really want in a woman is Inner Strength

How can you stand out and be what men really want in a woman? Make up your mind not to be weak. Know what your values are, the things that you believe in, and what makes you tick. What men really want in a woman is to sense that he is loved by one who is emotionally independent and strong. To him, this is the kind of love that is validating and worthwhile.

What men really want in a woman is Self-Respect

Decide that you will not ever tolerate being disrespected, disregarded, misused, abused, or used in any fashion whatsoever. What men really want in a woman is a woman who loves him in spite of himself, but who won't put up with his crap, either.

What men really want in a woman is Self-Control

Be reserved in the love you shower upon your man. Let him know you cherish him and by your actions, show him you love him, but the minute he stops reciprocating, take a step back.

What men really want in a woman is a Good Listener. Listening is different from hearing. Learn to listen without advising, criticizing, or trying to change him.

What men really want in a woman is Independence

Does he need a night out with his best buddies? Set him free - no restraints - just make sure he knows your agreed-upon boundaries.

Demonstrate in your every action that, you’ve still got your own life! Show him that you derive great enjoyment in his company, but that you still have your own thing going on. This will show him that you don't need him to be happy – but you choose to have him in your life.

What men really want in a woman is a Nurturer

He wants someone he can look up to, someone he can speak intelligently to, and someone who won't put up with dismissive behavior.

Be caring, but be strong. If he isn't fulfilling your need, you're definitely choosing the wrong man. What men really want in a woman is to sense that he is loved by one who is emotionally independent and strong. This is the kind of love that is validating and worthwhile.

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