10 Things every woman should demand from a man

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Tristan Coopersmith

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Each woman has her own completely legitimate set of criteria - can't have back hair, must have health insurance, should have twins running in his family, loves to rollerskate, is George-Clooney charming, prefers wine to beer and so on. But there are certain conditions beyond honesty, respect and good communication (the trifecta of any relationship foundation) that every woman, no matter what your taste in men, deserves to have in her life's co-pilot. Here's a checklist for what you should demand from your man.

A grown up.

A healthy relationship begins with two people who come together already completed, mature and ready for the great responsibilities that come with love. Simply, it is not a woman's job to raise her man. Your Mr. Right should not rely on you to be his life mechanic -- you're not there to fix his financial, psychological or emotional problems. He needs to have healed his mistakes and hurts of the past and now be solid and whole so that he is able to face new challenges confidently when they arise, as well as be a strong support system for you.

To feel hot!

Assuming you are putting in the effort to maintain your appearance, it is your man's duty to lust after you – to remind you that you've got it going on. From complimenting you on an outfit to noticing a new haircut to a for-no-reason-at-all "you are so beautiful" reminder message, your guy should make you feel gorgeous.

 Belly laughs.

While your man doesn't need to be a stand-up comedian, he should be able to spike your days with a dose of laughter. Life can be hard, and your guy needs to be someone who is dedicated to turning your cloudy days blindingly sunny. We all know laughter is the best medicine, and having it as a primary ingredient in a relationship recipe is critical to its short- and long-term health.

Prioritization.

No matter how in-demand your man is, you should be No. 1 on his speed dial, and never should he bypass a call from you for someone else.  It is key for you to know that you can count on him for anything and everything, always. This doesn't mean that he shouldn't have a life -- he should. It just means that he should be looking out for yours.

Great sex.

There is no excuse for a man not deliver in the bedroom... if he wants to. After all, there are plenty of tutorials in the form of porn, magazine how tos or girlfriends willing to be tour guides to help them get it right. Living a sexually unsatisfied life isn't living at all. If a man isn't willing to put forth the effort to learn what it takes to turn you on, it is time to turn him off.

Want to know the No. 1 demand? Find out on the next page!

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Tristan is a love stylist who, through internal and external makeovers, guides her clients on all matters surrounding falling in like, falling in love and falling into bed. She is also the author of MENu Dating: Taste Your Way to the Main Course (out now) and a contributor to the upcoming book Kicking Butt as a Single Parent.


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By JP Jul 28, 2010

Ummmm....I'm just guessing but I bet the person who wrote this article has never had a relationship lol! Seriously, this sounds like a Disney movie or something, it's very unrealistic :( Real life is rarely this good cause most people just suck it...

By JM Jun 24, 2010

Um, ya, that'd be great! It is important to maintain your convictions about how you want to be treated. If one "settles" out of sheer desperation, both people are gonna be miserable. I'm waiting on God instead of doing it on my own, this time around. Peace!

By Nikki Jun 18, 2010

I am so lucky to have a boyfriend that met every one of those requirements. They do exist girls...they just take awhile to find

By Jost May 28, 2010

And women wonder why men are afraid to commit...it's crap like this. I guarantee the woman who wrote this doesn't do half this stuff for a man.

By Joe Blow May 28, 2010

This is moronic. Why does EVERY woman deserve all this? Does the divorcee that cheated on her husband with her husband's best friend deserve this? Or how about the chick in government housing that puts her bastard children to sleep with NyQuil so she can hit the clubs without having to pay for a babysitter (true story)? Am I supposed to "utterly adore" that little quirk? I hope whoever wrote this list didn't get paid for it.

By pablo May 14, 2010

Good grief, The thought of being tied up with the self-absorbed, narcissistic, high-maintenance woman whose "standards" are described in this post is enough to send me screaming. At the level described here, what could she possible offer that would be adequate in return? My experience has been that woman who demand worship from their men are likely to despise them for it.

By linda May 2, 2010

am so tired of this do's and dont's..makes me all confused..

By Hapana Mar 10, 2010

Amazing!Finaly we got an article to please us 7&6 is the key for a long lasting relationship.however iam 15 years yunger and iam very happy with my boyfreind. ,,,,,cheer up girls""""""

By thabile mabitsela Mar 3, 2010

Hahahahahahahaha....so true!!

By Luchy Feb 27, 2010

Love should not be a one-sided affair. Women should do same to their guy to make the relationship more lively.

By Monir Feb 14, 2010

I am in love with the woman of my dreams after coming out of a 12 year relationship that couldn't get any more deader. I can somewhat relate to the article on being completely into your woman. She is sweet, loving, caring, extremely gorgeous looking, and a person with a heart and loves with full affection. I make her my priority as she knows that her man comes first over everything else. But overall, I think the article is a little unrealistic and falsely sets up women to use these 10 points as measuring yard stick to rate men. Not balanced at all.

By Nicole Feb 14, 2010

There are some things I don't agree with.I definitely do not expect or need utter adoration. I want acceptance but that doesn't mean a man has to love everything about me.It's an unrealistic expectation. This list really does go to ways, you can't possibly expect all of this from a man and not be willing to give the same. A relationship isn't 50/50 it requires 100% dedication from both partners.

By KOLO HALL3 Feb 11, 2010

madam, u have said all u think u cld want from a man but dont u think that ladies dont want a perfect man? I have discovered that with all the qualities u stated, a lady wont love u unless u are paid. moreover, wat do u think that ladies have to offer we men to have their dream relationship? U have stated all u have but I tell u the truth, a man that is all you have said can never have his desired girl cus the girl would never realise the effort he is putting to make their reationship so its after a lady has had a ruff relationship that she begins to think right. I love ma chick, she knows and she takes that for ma weakness, ladies wants a man that doesnt really care. Remember that wat we get without much effort we dont value besides ladies are not angels, we run thingz to make them happy but when we are gone to jail, they start fucking our best friends and that aint good.

By Jim Feb 10, 2010

As you look for these qualities in a man, turn them around and ask yourself if you think a man should expect these qualities equally in you - and if so how do you measure up. If a man were to expect "utter adoration" from you,do you think that's a reasonable expectation? I don't know any women who give their men utter adoration.

By John Feb 10, 2010

i think this is a bit messed up, its a two way street, like saying a guy has to be great in bed, well than so does the girl, if the guy is supposed to be super patient, so should she be with him. This just seems like its a way for women to rag on men because they don't meet the entire list. Let me ask you how many women do? People are a work in progress, not perfect, if they improve and work on the areas they are lacking in, i would rather been with them than someone who is perfect but doesn't work on stuff, because one day that will change, but they will not be willing to try to grow

By Kim Feb 5, 2010

They might exist but probably not or else they are gay.

By Angela Feb 5, 2010

My ex couldn't handle this list so I sent him packing.

By Kathryn Feb 4, 2010

After being married for 20 years, my man is all of the above and then some! I feel so blessed to have him because we have been through some rough times in our lives and we have had each other to rely on. This type of man Does exist!

By Andile Feb 3, 2010

I do agree with the list but as a guy,the woman must be of good quality too cause not every woman deserve all that....lol

By Anon Feb 3, 2010

Amy Im sorry to disappoint you but I exist. Just ask my gf :) Sometimes I think I should ask for more but anyway.

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