You Prefer Gentlemen; and a Gentleman Knows The Difference Between Rude and Sexy
You like men who ask you what you like. You emphasize manners and kindness, when it comes to dating partners. You don't get caught up with guys who need to prove their manhood. One word of warning: Beware of men who are too eager to please, in the long run you may get bored.
nooo, nice is nevr boooring.
the midnite movie was nice. The others were just rooood boys, lol!
One blend I find difficult to resist is that of kindness and intelligent self-confidence: yummy!
I tend to gravitate towards men who shrug at trends, realizing how absurdly fickle those can be, basing their choices on what works well for them and their goals. Men who are kind and self-confident rarely are rude because they don't allow themselves to get that harried in life: they call the shots for their decisions, not the nearly panic-stricken, break-neck speed of modern life. A man in control of his life rarely cuts off a conversation to answer his cell phone: the call can wait a few moments because the person-in-the-flesh before him is worthy of the courtesy and his attention. A fellow who shows kindness demonstrates self confidence because his act says, "I've got the time...and I enjoy it." He makes excellent use of his time because of smart choices. And he considers sincere kindness a worthy choice. THAT'S SEXY!
"You Like Edgy, but You Need a Dose of R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Yes, you find take-control men sexy, but it has to be tempered with a dash of difference. You want to have your say, and men who know how to take your wishes into account can be sexy too."
This is absolutely true of me. I like a man who is comfortable taking charge, but who also takes my wants and needs into consideration at the same time. I don't like being steam-rolled into only what HE wants (like the wine we will drink, or what my entree will be). I also don't need to be told what clothes best accentuate my figure - I already know what works, and I wear those clothes on dates. I've never had a man tell me he didn't like the clothes I wear - quite the opposite, in fact.
I like a man who will take charge in planning a date, too - as long as he's taken my wants and desires into consideration and isn't just expecting me to go along with what he wants. If somebody is purposely rude to me, I appreciate a man who sticks up for me in public - I'd prefer that it didn't get to the point of punching the guy out, but if it's necessary, then so be it.
A question so you women can teach us men something, ok?
How many of you like to be primarily taken care of, but just up to a point?
Or, would you rather have your way up to a point, where the "point" is that the guy isn't a push-over or loses himself, but maintains his individuality and assertiveness?
I know it is easier to have a formula, but the truth is that women's tastes are all different. The right woman for you is the one who matches your natural style. If you're the type who likes to take care of 'his woman' then you need a woman who wants to be taken care of. If you like a strong woman you can spoil and hold when she lets her guard down, you'd be the kind of guy who isn't insecure with a strong woman who 'looks' like she doesn't need you.
There isn't any easy formula, you have to know yourself and find the counterpart that compliments you.
You seem like a nice guy (good looking too), best wishes on finding your counterpart.
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You Like Men Who TAKE CHARGE! Sexy, for you, is a man who takes the bull by the horns -- men that speak their mind, are spontaneous, and willing to risk disapproval in order to go for something they want. One word of warning: these men can be "bad boys" who leave a trail of broken hearts behind.
The quiz gave me the following response ” Sexy, for you, is a man who takes the bull by the horns -- men that speak their mind, are spontaneous, and willing to risk disapproval in order to go for something they want. One word of warning: these men can be "bad boys" who leave a trail of broken hearts behind. “ Personally, I do not think there is anything wrong with a man who decides to behave like one, instead of waiting for approval and a helping hand. In our society, more men behave as adolescent boys and expect their girlfriends to be their mothers. In regard to “bad boy” image, I do not think that “ a man that speaks his mind” is a bad boy. Instead, it is a man who knows what he wants and there is nothing wrong with that.
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Yeah, I have never spoken to a woman like that either.
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