Last year, I asked women what qualities they look out for in a potential partner. Below are the responses I got from the survey.
1. I am impressed by a man who doesn't feel the need to discuss every damn situation with his family (his mom especially ) and his friends. A man who doesn't feel his manhood is tied to how brutish and stifling he can be but allows his woman to flourish in her discpline.
2. A man:
- Comfortable in his skin such that he's not afraid of being vulnerable with his partner or feel the need to act a certain way to earn her respect.
- Who longs to serve his wife as Christ serves the church
- Whose foremost desire from his wife is her companionship.
3.
A man whose fruits (actions) show that he fears, honours and loves God. A man who does not demand my respect but is ready to earn it. A man who is not a hypocrite. A man who is not afraid or ashamed to be silly and playful with our children while being able to guide and discipline them. A man who understands that submission cannot be forced from me, so he is not threatened when I express my opinion by forcing me to go his way. A man who is not afraid to be vulnerable with me and accepts me when I am vulnerable with him. A man who is not determined to make me fit a mould or fit his idea or other people's idea of a wife, basically he loves me flaws, strengths and all. An extremely hard and smart working man who also enjoys helping around the house with chores and family time. Lastly a man who is honest with me and does not keep secrets from me.
Here's mine
I need a man who"
- Holds me and protects me (as much as he can)
- Takes his time to understand how I feel each time
- Understands the meaning of COMMITMENT and takes his vows seriously
- Seeks truth and strives to be a better each day
- Takes time to place his heart inside me. A man that is patient enough to explain what he is trying to say till I get his point.
- Is not afraid to say "I'm sorry" when he's wrong
- Is proud to let the whole world know that I am the queen of his heart. I am not overly into public displays of affection but if it is necessary, he should not be so stiff
- Takes time to let me know that I enrich his life
- Takes personal hygiene and fitness seriously
- Has a great sense of humor and is not too sensitive
- Has good work ethics
- Is committed to my growth
- Fights daily for our relationship
Ladies, what do you want in a man? You can share with us in the comments or send an email to womentellingafricanstories@gmail.com
Enjoy your day.
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