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Romance / How To Approach Women: The Three Step Process by grahamfin: 12:47am On Feb 08, 2022
Can't take your eyes off a lady sitting across the bar from you, but too afraid to go and talk to her? Yes, women are intimidating, complicated creatures, but on the whole we really don't mind being approached by a man, as long as he is not creepy, slimy, or an obvious jackass.

The best advice I can give any guy wanting to approach a woman, is very basic. Just be yourself. You need to know the signs that it is OK to approach, what to say when you get there, and what to do if it goes well, and if it doesn't. There are a lot of ladies out there, and if you want to meet someone, go for it! You have nothing to lose, and possibly a lot to gain.

Step #1.

This is called the, "I think you are hot" phase. If you are in a public place, like a club or a cafe, and a woman makes eye contact with you more than once, that's a very good sign. If she only looks at you once, she is probably only taking in her surroundings, and not looking to meet anybody. If, however, she makes eye contact with you at least three times, and smiles, you have been given the green light to approach. If she adjusts her position to where she can see you, and touches her hair, get a move on boy, she's waiting for you!

Step #2.

This is the, "What the hell do I say?" phase. Honesty is the best policy when it comes to this. It's very simple, just say "I noticed you from across the room, and I wanted to meet you". That's all you have to say. She will either be very flattered, and start a conversation or thank you for your candor and let you down easy. Don't approach with a lie. For example, a few years ago a friend of mine was having a drink with some of her girlfriends, and she had been making eye contact with a guy she found very attractive. He was given the green light to approach and he did. When he walked up he said, "Do I know you from somewhere?" Obviously he did not, and what started off as a lie continued as a lie when she found out two dates later, that he actually had a serious girlfriend. Unless you want her to think you are a douche bag, just be honest.

Step #3.

So, you have been given the green light to approach, you have introduced yourself, and now you are having a conversation. This is the "Oh Crap, I have to be witty, charming, funny, and interesting in five minutes" phase. It's true, the first five minutes of a conversation, can determine a lot. Remember, that it is very important not to monopolize the conversation. In fact, you should ask questions, and allow her to ask you some questions. If you are getting one word answers, and she is not asking you anything about yourself, politely thank her for her time, and walk away. If, however, you are having a good conversation and she has stopped looking around, and is very intent on talking to you, buy her a drink and see what happens.

Always remember, that you are a great guy, unless you behave otherwise. Women respond well to honestly and sincerity. Even if there is no spark between you and the woman you approached, she will not go back to her friends and tell them that you were an overgrown frat boy. She will appreciate the way you approached her, and who is to say, she doesn't have a friend who wouldn't be a better match for you. The dating game is not easy, but if you really want to meet somebody, and possibly have a relationship, then you need to be yourself from the beginning, and let the chips fall where they may

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Romance / Love Is Simple - Loving May Be The Hardest Thing You Have Ever Done by grahamfin: 12:32am On Feb 08, 2022
At first, everything is timing. You meet a new person because you happen to be in the right place at the right time. You connect with each other because both of you are in a state of mind that is somehow receptive to the other person. Physically, you appear irresistibly attractive and the other person's physicality appeals to you. Each of you manages to express loving, sensual words and feelings and you both behave in pleasing and seductive ways. A spark develops between you and you begin the early stages of love.

At first, when each of you appears to be the answer to the other's dreams, love may develop easily. Perhaps you were not that interested but the other person kept pursuing you, flattering you, building up your ego and self-esteem, until loving feelings emerged within you. Perhaps one or both of you were involved with someone else at the time you met each other. The forbidden aspect, the sense that the grass is always greener somewhere else, the admiring glances, the electrifying touch, and the desire for immediate gratification can lead to some hot and lusty interchanges. The early stages of love are ignited.

Many people are most content at that early stage of love's development, which often lasts no longer than a few months, sometimes only a few weeks, and perhaps as long as a few years. Inevitably, however, at some point in time, the overwhelming desire dissipates. It is difficult to continue longing for something you already have. As the initial excitement and overwhelming passion diminishes, what replaces it is often a sense of boredom, disinterest, edginess, or being locked in and smothered.

So here you are, you met this wonderful new person. Maybe at first you were resistant and the other person kept pursuing you. Finally, their efforts paid off and you succumbed to their loving words and actions. You thought you hit the jackpot, that you were finally getting the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

Suddenly, out of nowhere and for no apparent reason, the other person begins to back away, taking longer and longer to return your phone call, email and text messages. At the same time, those wonderful words and loving actions seem to be replaced by a bit of snappiness, less personal attention, and an attitude of complacency or even disdain.

What happened, you wonder? What did I do wrong? What can I do to get this relationship back the way it was before, when this person adored me, constantly flattered me, gave me gifts, paid attention to me, and always showed love for me?

Well, one way to possibly get all that excitement, attention and passion back, is for you to go away, disappear, create a sense of mystery and a feeling of loss in the other person's mind. But that may not be practical, especially since you have not yet overcome your own sense of passion and longing. And, if this person has truly turned off emotional investment in you, there may be very little you can do to get it back. At this point, you are not operating on even ground. The other person has control and all you can do is weather the storm.

This is where self-confidence, self-esteem and self-love are essential for you to be able to make sense of what is happening and to maintain your own emotional stability. Knowledge is also essential: knowledge and understanding about the way the world works, the laws of attraction, what creates passion and desire, and what it takes to sustain an intimate, loving relationship. As the initial passion and idealistic view of another person wears off, you begin to really look at the other person. What you see now may be very different from what you thought you saw through the rose colored eyes of passion.

As your vision of the other person gains more clarity, you may not want to rock the boat by explaining your internal changes. You may actually be pretending to remain the same -- while inside, your thoughts and feelings have changed. The other person usually can sense this change, but without the clarity that you are developing. At this point, you may begin criticizing and finding fault with the other person.

This is the stage that separates the men from the boys, the women from the girls. This is the point where unresolved childhood issues can glaringly block any further intimacy. A person whose family provided adequate enough caretaking will probably be able to remember the good feelings, the passionate ideals at the same time that he or she begins to see flaws and qualities that are not so appealing. Then the logical mind can take over and evaluate the good qualities, the incompatible differences, and overall sustainability of a relationship with this person.

However, if your early upbringing was fraught with problems - emotional rejection, neglect or abandonment, or some type of abuse - it may be difficult for you to choose a caring and responsive partner. You may actually lose respect for someone who is kind and gentle, viewing them as weak and needy.

Relationships are complex and require a high level of self-awareness, interpersonal communication skills, and emotional balance to sustain love, affection, sexual passion and romance over a long period of time. If you believe you are ready for love, but realize that you are lacking some important skills, relationship counseling can help you in ways you probably cannot imagine. Decide what you really want in your life and then seek out help rather than struggling all alone.

Love makes the world go around. How do you want your world to be?
Romance / Pick Women Up - What You Need To Know For Major Success! by grahamfin: 12:07am On Feb 08, 2022
If you need some help in the art of how to pick women up, then the following tips may come in handy. If you want to know how to meet and approach beautiful women, then you need to study certain techniques and strategies in order to improve your game. Here are three hot tips that can help you.

1. Be The Only Guy Around

If you want to know where to pick women up, then try the library, bookstores, coffee shops, evening classes and the park. This way, you have the playing field all to yourself.

Forget about competing with guys in bars and nightclubs. If that's what you've been doing and have experienced little success, that's why. You've been hunting in the wrong field!

Women get tired of guys trying to pick them up all night long when they go out. Sometimes ladies might be out on the prowl, but at other times they just want to have a night out with the girls and have made a pact to ignore any guys who try to hit on them.

So do yourself a favor and head for places where a woman's guard is down and she's more amenable to being approached. You'll probably be the only guy around who's smart enough to do this, which means there's no competition!

2. Introduce Trust

A lot of women are wary of guys trying to pick them up. So what can you do to show her that you're not like all the other predators out there? Simple. Show her that you trust her.

This could be as simple as sitting next to her in the library and asking her to mind your seat while you go and get another book. If you act natural, then she'll never expect that you're actually trying to pick her up. When you return with your book, you can thank her and take the conversation from there. Remember to speak quietly - you are in a library after all!

How does this work?

You've asked her to do a favor for you, which shows that you trust her. In return, she'll be more inclined to trust you. And she won't expect to get picked up in a library!

3. Keep It Short And Sweet

A key tactic in the art of how to pick women up is to keep the initial approach short and sweet. The last thing you want is to be perceived as a desperate loser hanging around her all day because you don't have anything else to do!

So once the conversation has started and looks promising, pretend you've gotten a call on your phone. Answer, and have a short fake conversation or you could say it's an urgent text message and you have to leave right away.

But before you go, tell her how much you've enjoyed this conversation and you'd like to continue it over dinner, lunch or even a cup of coffee.

She'll be more inclined to say yes, because you've shown her that you've already got a life (the phone call proves it) and she may be intrigued that you suddenly have to dash off after you've only just met.

Follow the above tips if you want to know how to pick women up and improve your success rate. A bit of practice is all it takes and your love life will be ready to explode!
Romance / Dating Tips For Men - 3 Powerful Secrets Revealed! by grahamfin: 10:23pm On Feb 07, 2022
If you need help with your love life, then you obviously need some powerful dating tips for men. There are plenty of tips out there for men to use, but if you're tired of smiling until your cheeks ache and getting shot down in singles bars, then you're going to need some secret strategies that aren't widely known.

1. Get Your Life Sorted

Okay, you might think this sounds like one of the most boring dating tips for men you've ever heard of, but it works. You need to get your life in order before you go out there and try to meet women.

Women are attracted to men who know who they are. That means having a stable place to live, a steady job, good health and no messy emotional baggage going on.

If you've got all that, then you've actually got something to offer a woman.

2. Cast Your Net Wide

If you're tired of the singles scene, then it's time to seriously think about internet dating. It's not for desperate losers any more. You can browse through a lot of profiles in just one afternoon, and it doesn't even have to cost you anything! There are plenty of decent online dating sites that are free to join and to send emails to members you're interested in.

Just think about it. How many women would you approach in one night at a nightclub or singles bar? Then just think of how many women you can look at in a couple of hours on an internet dating site.

Once you've found a girl you like the look of, it's easy to send her a short email. And don't forget, you can email as many members as you like. So if you find ten girls in one afternoon that you'd like to get to know better, send them all an email! Remember, the more women you approach, the higher your success rate. This holds true for internet dating as well as offline dating.

3. Don't Let Rejection Stand In Your Way

It's important not to let rejection stand in your way. This is one of the most powerful dating tips for men out there. The fear of rejection stops a lot of guys from approaching women and they end up alone on the weekend. Don't let that happen to you.

Rejection happens to everyone, even major players who are experts at picking up women. If you do experience rejection, just brush it off. Don't take it personally. The woman you approached may have just broken up with her boyfriend or might genuinely have no time to date anyone.

Just focus your attention on the next woman you'd like to approach and take it from there. Remember, another "No" brings you closer to a "Yes".

Put these three power dating tips for men into action right now! That's the only way you're going to improve your love life. You're not going to find the girl of your dreams by staying home and watching sports on TV. So get out there and start dating up a storm!
Romance / Love At First Sight by grahamfin: 7:59pm On Feb 07, 2022
It was virtual love at first sight. Joe Stravisky, a very tall (over 7 feet), regal and sexy man, was wearing "black, ornamented, dazzling boots" that caught Heart Wishbringer by surprise. This porcelain-skinned beauty with white hair or black hair depending on her mood, was thunderstruck and instantly in love. From the moment these two adventurers met, they spent the next three weeks together. They chatted for hours at a time, never running out of scintillating conversation. They met for the very first time atop a waterfall above a lush green valley. Their romance was magical from the start. After three weeks of non-stop communication, they got married, stating their vows while standing on top of that same waterfall where they had first met. That's when they both threw caution to the wind, didn't worry about what anybody else might think. They stripped down until totally naked and jumped into the cool water in the pool below.

Love knows no boundaries. These two found passionate, romantic, sustainable forever love, the kind most of us dream about but only a few lucky souls ever attain. These two lovers found it and are still enjoying their shared love today. Only one glitch to this too good to be true love story. They met online, that is, their avatars met on line. The two real people, Rhonda Lillie lives in California and Paul Hawkins lives in Wales. Neither have abundant money and both are caring for children. Paul is unmarried with two children, one an autistic son, and Rhonda is divorced with 3 children and now lives in her parents' home while she is completing her college degree.

Where did they meet? They met in an online virtual social community called Second Life. They created avatars to express themselves in a way they could not possibly do in their real lives and their real bodies. They are still in love, having only spent a very small amount of real time in real life together. But they chat daily online, using Skype to see each other and to hear each other's voices. The world is limitless and the possibilities are endless now. We are not limited by attempting to find our match in our nearby local community. We can now search the world to find love and our soul mates.

So, is something limiting you in your search for love? Do you have a tiger inside of you yearning to come out and scratch the surface of the world? Do you have an angel hiding inside an outwardly cynical or cold person? Are you a silent adventurer, wanting to climb mountains and go deep sea diving, although your real life personality could never attempt such feats? Many of us have scoffed at virtual communities like Second City, but this one couple found love - and this appears to be lasting love. How many others have slowly gotten to know a total stranger across the miles through sharing their fantasies of what life ought to be like? Don't knock it till you try it.

But if virtual reality doesn't do it for you and you are having relationship difficulties, then what are you waiting for? Let go of your fears and face the reality of your situation. Speak to somebody about it, preferably an educated professional. Or find yourself a fantasy avatar psychotherapist, someone who will listen to you, understand you, support you, believe in you, and say whatever you want to hear, while your real life situation remains the same.
Romance / How To Love A Man Without Scaring Him Off by grahamfin: 3:22am On Jan 25, 2022
So you met the guy of your dreams and you think to yourself, "This could be it." He fits all of your most important criteria - and more. He calls when he says he will, he shows up on time, he brings you thoughtful gifts, he takes you out on interesting dates, and your conversation seems to flow. Recently, you have gotten past the initial niceties and he remains attentive and loving, kind and caring. He talks about future plans and you feel your relationship is in the bag.

Watch out! Many women have been caught in this exact same trap,. The man pursues them with a gusto. He says loving and even seductive words. He brings her gifts, acts interested in her lifestyle and work, treats her friends nicely and spends lots of quality time with her. She believes this honeymoon period will continue forever.

First, follow the 90 day rule. Realize that you actually know very little about another person for the first 90 days. No matter how wonderful someone may appear, no matter what fantastic stories you hear, you do not really know what is true and what may be exaggerated or downright untruths.

Now begins the tricky part. At the beginning, you may have not been that interested in this person or you may have resisted his passes. His hormones may have been flowing wildly and for the moment, he appeared to only have eyes for you. You are slipping into dangerous waters here if you believe the relationship will remain the way it has begun. Everything changes and so does that initial delightful period of "limerance" and lust.

After 2 1/2 months of regular phone calls and predictable dates, one week he doesn't call for several days and you do not yet have a planned date for the weekend. What do you do? I can tell you what to NOT DO.

- Do NOT call him and ask what's happening for the weekend.
- Do NOT send him a text message or an email.
- Do NOT check out his Match.com or Facebook page
- Do NOT sit and stew about it, worrying why he has not called
- Do NOT call your family and friends, complaining and worrying.

Instead, make sure to keep yourself very busy. If you haven't attended a social event, now would be a good time to do just that. If you haven't met a friend for dinner in awhile, schedule the appointment. If you were thinking about seeking a new job, spend time creating your resume, searching online for potential jobs or new career opportunities. If you have a hobby, get absorbed in it. If all else fails, go shopping.

Your goal is to show that you care, when you are with him, but make sure he knows that you have a full and satisfying life when he is not there. Let him call and have difficulty reaching you. Let him begin to wonder what you are doing and whether you still care about him.

This "game" of making yourself be seen as an independent, comfortable person who cares and loves but doesn't need too much, is exactly the quality that most men cannot tolerate. They want to own you and control you. That challenges them and peaks their interest. Become a loving, independent person, a feminine woman who loves the company of a man, especially this man, but a woman who can just as easily be without him if he doesn't measure up to the standards of what she truly needs.
Romance / Will You Become An Alpha Male? by grahamfin: 2:39am On Jan 25, 2022
Despite the name, there is usually more than one alpha male in a normal situation. During social interactions there are likely to be some alphas and some guys who are not alphas. If you are in a club, for example, there are a bunch of alphas running around doing their thing. When they bump into each other, there is no need for them to bump heads; they can usually both accept the fact that they are dealing with a relative equal and let it go at that. Sure, they might get into some kind of competition-who can drink more, who can get the hottest girl-but there is no reason to assume they will get into a physical altercation.

Because there are many alpha males in any given situation, there are many choices for women. They can sit back and have their pick of which alpha they want. For more timid men, this is bad news. If there were only one alpha, just by sheer numbers there would be lot's of other women that would settle for less confident guys. But since there are many alphas around, you almost have to be one if you want to get a beautiful women to take an interest in you.

The solution is to become the alpha male. This is not nearly as difficult as it sounds. As long as you can change your thinking and behavior a bit, you're all set. The first thing to do is start thinking as if you were an alpha male already. Women are more intuitive than most guys, and they can tell when you are trying to fake it. The only way to come off like an alpha male is to really and truly believe that you are one. You could try brain entrainment or hypnosis or self-affirmations. Whatever it takes to convince yourself, get started right away.

Another way to move along the path of becoming the alpha male is to take on some leadership roles. This could really be anything, from organizing a garage sale for your church to quarterbacking your flag football team-whatever. The key is to start internalizing those leadership qualities so that they become part of your everyday personality. You should naturally be able to make and stick with decisions, to figure out a good way to accomplish something, to get things done.

Remember, these qualities will shine through in your every action. An alpha male doesn't have to try to be a leader, he just leads. When women see this in action, they don't have to think about being attracted to these types of men, they just are. But don't worry. If you aren't naturally like this it's OK to fake it a little bit in the beginning. Just make sure that you are actually training yourself to assume these qualities and not planning on riding it for the rest of your life. Women may even respect you for trying to develop in your social life, but they will be able to smell an impostor a mile away.
Romance / 3 Super Smooth Tips On How To Approach A Woman by grahamfin: 2:28am On Jan 25, 2022
Sometimes, it can be hard to know how to approach a woman, especially if you've experienced your fair share of rejection. However, if you do want to date women, then you're going to have to discover the best way to meet them and ask them out. Otherwise, you're going to feel like a loser as you spend the third Saturday night in a row home alone, watching a DVD. Here are three super smooth tips that can help you beat that dating slump!

1. Act Natural

One of the most important how to approach a woman tips is to act natural. Talk to her as if she's a platonic friend, neighbor or colleague.

It's a good idea to practice your small talk on other people, such as your work colleagues or family members. This way, you'll have improved your conversational skills before you go out there with the specific intent to meeting women.

The last thing you want to experience is being tongue-tied after you say hello to her. If you're just standing there unable to say anything else, she may think you have a speech impediment!

2. Control The Situation By Walking Away

A lot of guys are afraid to walk away before they get a phone number or a date. Don't be. There are plenty of women who are tired of guys asking for their phone number or even for a date as soon as they've said hello.

Be that different guy who doesn't pester women as soon as he meets them. If you know you're going to see her again at the same place or she's in a group of friends who sometimes hang out with your friends, then you can control the situation by walking away after you've exchanged pleasantries and small talk. If you've practiced your small talk as detailed in the previous tip, then walking away can put you in a great position.

Then the next time you see her, you can ask for her phone number or for a date after you've engaged in more small talk or even flirting. You've got a better chance of her saying yes, as she already knows you and doesn't perceive you as a guy who just seems desperate to get her phone number.

3. Choose The Right Places

If the singles scene isn't working for you, then it's time to widen your horizons. You want to meet women in places where they're relaxed and don't expect to be picked up.

Forget all that old advice about bumping into women in the supermarket. A lot of women are in a hurry when they're grocery shopping and don't have time for pick up lines.

If you want to know how to approach a woman then try restaurants, coffee shops, parks, garden centres or bookstores. If you go to some of these places regularly, you might have seen her there before. If so, you can put the above two tips into action.

If you follow these three tips, then you've got a good grounding in the art of how to approach a woman. So any time you see a woman you'd like to get to know better, put these tips into action. Pretty soon you won't be staying home alone any longer!
Romance / How To Flirt With Women - 3 Closely Guarded Techniques Revealed! by grahamfin: 2:14am On Jan 25, 2022
Knowing how to flirt with women is key if you want to be successful with beautiful women. Women love flirting with guys who know what they're doing in that department. So if your flirting skills consist of saying "Hi" and not much else, you need some help. If you pay attention to the three closely guarded techniques I'm going to share with you right now, you're going to enjoy a lot more success with women than you're currently having.

1. Become A Bad Boy

Forget about being a nice guy. Bad boys are where it's at. Women love bad boys, even though they might say they're looking for a nice guy. Sometimes women say one thing but do the total opposite. So if you're not sure about what a woman is actually saying, look closely at her actions.

Women love having excitement, mystery and romance in their lives and believe that bad boys can deliver the goods. They also want to feel safe when they're out on a date with a guy. Since bad boys have a reputation for being their own man, a woman will feel safe when she's out with a bad boy.

The last person a woman wants to date is a wimp. Unfortunately, sometimes women equate nice guys with wimps. So if you want to know how to flirt with women, try to be more of a bad boy.

2. Excite Her With Your Unpredictability

This tip continues on from being a bad boy. Women love unpredictability as well as excitement and romance. Make her wonder if you're going to ask for her phone number when you first meet her - your technique may work so well that she'll end up asking for your number instead!

Being unpredictable doesn't mean standing her up at the last minute, though. There's a fine line between being unpredictable and being unreliable, so don't cross that line.

3. Have Fun When You Flirt

A lot of guys treat flirting as a chore - and then wonder why they're not very successful with women! If you want to know how to flirt with women, then you need to enjoy the actual process.

Have fun talking to her and make sure you enter her personal space - not so close that she can smell your breath, but near enough so you can reach out and touch her jewellery or her bag. Fun, flirty movements like these are key to a successful flirting technique.

If you incorporate the previous two tips into your flirting attempts, you're sure to get a better response than if you stick to what you're already doing (which obviously isn't working).

These three closely guarded techniques have just shown you how to flirt with women. So if your own strategies aren't working, why not try these instead? All you need to do is get out there and practice until they become second nature. Embrace your inner bad boy, become unpredictable and enjoy flirting with beautiful women. Pretty soon, you're going to be one of those cool guys who definitely knows how to flirt with women!
Romance / Where To Meet Women - 3 New Ways To Meet Girls! by grahamfin: 1:30am On Jan 25, 2022
If you haven't been having much luck with the ladies recently, you may be wondering where to meet women. After all, the more women you meet, the more women you can date. So where do you go to meet women besides nightclubs and bars? Keep reading and you'll discover three different ways to meet girls that you might not have thought of.

1. Where Do Women Hang Out?

If you want to know where to meet women, then you need to find out where they hang out. So forget nightclubs and bars and focus on parks, coffee shops and bookstores instead. Evening classes and libraries are also good places to find beautiful women.

Women won't be expecting to be picked up in these kinds of places, so there won't be any other guys competing for their attention. That means you've got an open playing field.

If you've got a dog, take him for a walk in the park. Or if an attractive woman is walking a dog, why not strike up a conversation with her by admiring her dog? If the dog likes you, then she'll be pre-disposed to like you.

2. Internet Dating

Online dating isn't for losers anymore. Everyone seems to be doing it these days. So if you want to know where to meet women online, join a reputable dating site.

There are plenty of dating sites for all types of people so there's sure to be a site that appeals to you. There are even free dating sites so it won't cost you anything to join and browse the profiles of the female members.

Once you've found a profile that you like, you can email the member and find out if she's interested in meeting you.

An important tip is to meet her as soon as possible. This way, if things don't work out on the first date, you haven't wasted a lot of time and you can arrange to meet the next woman you've emailed.

There are plenty of female members on internet dating sites, so you may enjoy looking at all the female profiles.

3. Improve Your Social Circle

If it seems as if you're not meeting any new women no matter what you do, then it's time to improve your social circle. Make new friends by frequenting a new gym, playing sports or even attending evening classes.

If your friends have any sisters or female cousins arrange a night out at the local bar or a picnic in the park so you can meet them. You never know, your friend's cousin may just be Ms Right!

Or you could arrange a small get together where every male has to bring a sister, cousin or platonic female friend. If you're really ambitious, you could ask every guy to bring two females!

So if you want to know where to meet women, try the park, coffee shops or bookstores, internet dating or through your social circle. If you keep applying these tips, you're sure to meet the woman of your dreams.
Romance / Relationship Wisdom - Getting The Love You Want by grahamfin: 3:57pm On Jan 23, 2022
You want a relationship. You have always dreamed of meeting Mr. Right or Miss Perfect. Perhaps you have dated for quite awhile or maybe you are just beginning to socialize. You have held on to a dream ever since you can remember but it doesn't seem possible and you don't know where to begin. How do you find love in this world where people do not reveal themselves and you don't recognize the signs.

The solution to finding the love of your dreams is to begin at the end and work backward. Begin by imagining that you have already met and connected with the love of your life and your ideal lover has responded to you exactly the way you want. What would you feel inside your body if you not only met the person of your dreams but that person was thrilled to meet you? What part of your body would you be most aware of - your breathing, your smile, your temperature? Imagine feeling at ease, no pressure, no anxiety, no need to prove or be anything or anyone but yourself.

Now imagine the person of your dreams, your ideal lover, saying all those loving words you long to hear. What exactly would you imagine this person is telling you about you, about how he or she feels, about the moment? In your imagination, let the words flow and let them be sensual, romantic and thrilling.

Now, imagine what you would say to your ideal person, if you were confident, relaxed and totally present in the moment. If you had absolutely nothing to fear because you knew, with certainty, that this person is crazy about you, what would you want to say to this person you have been waiting to meet all your life?

Hold on to that vision of meeting your ideal person, of the wonderful words that person says to you and the way you confidently express your love to this person. Hold on to the bodily sensations that help you to feel grounded, joyful and totally happy in the moment.

Then think back to your previous, or maybe your current, real life relationships. Think about what you have done right. Think about what you may have done wrong? No matter how you have behaved, what have you learned about life, about love, about men and about women? Finally, be truly honest with yourself and decide what you could have done better or could still do better in your current situation.

Follow these steps every day, for several months or even for a full year. You will be amazed at what transpires in your life. By holding on to your dreams, feeling those emotions and sensations in your body, imagining the actually words being said and your own inner confidence, you are creating within yourself Relationship Wisdom that will lead you right into the arms of the love you want.
Romance / Do Our Past Relationships Predict Our Future Ones? by grahamfin: 3:32pm On Jan 23, 2022
Why do I lean toward men with controlling personalities? Does it have something to do with the fact that my Father was controlling and things had to be his way? Or... do I seem to always attract men who want me to be the strong one in the relationship? Was my Mother the domineering force in our family and subconsciously I believe that's how relationships work. Weak men tend to seek out strong females.

Everything you do comes from habits you have practiced over the years and those began in your childhood. They are so ingrained and some so buried that you don't even notice you are living on automatic pilot.
How often have you said or heard phrases like this, "Why do I always end up with the jerks?"

"There are no nice guys left." "There must be something wrong with me because every guy I meet turns out to be a loser!"

There is a reason you attract certain people into your life. There is a reason your circumstances are the way they are. It is not by accident. It is not that you are living under a dark cloud and bad things just seem to always happen to you.

To see just where your head is at, please look at the following statements and see how many pertain to thoughts you have frequently:

1. I feel I have to change my personality in order for people to like me.
2. I don't feel as smart as most people I come in contact with.
3. I try to look confident, but inside I feel like a fraud.
4. Deep inside I don't feel worthy of a great guy. I want one, but what would he want with me?
5. I don't really believe my future will be any better than my past. These are the cards I got dealt.
6. I spend a lot of money on my appearance and clothes hoping I will come off as sophisticated, polished and confident.
7. So many people in my family have told me I'm not outgoing or good at social skills, so they must be right. My nickname in my family was "Wallflower."
8. High School was a nightmare. I was made fun of and never got to hang out with the popular crowd. I still feel like I'm back in HS and trying to measure up.
9. If I am successful and have a nice house, nice car, nice clothes and a good-looking or rich guy, then I am worthy. I will be admired.
10. I will be alone for the rest of my life. None of my dates have worked out. Guys don't want to be with me.

These kind of thoughts run through all of our minds at one time or another. We're human... we have doubts. Some of us came from families where we were told on a regular basis that we didn't measure up. Some of us were in incredibly hard situations that will require professional help to rid ourselves of the fear, guilt, shame and negative filter through which we view life.

But we CAN be a different person. We absolutely can! We can choose our thoughts which will in turn change our environment and our happiness level. You don't have to keep those old tapes that keep playing over and over in your head like a demonized video tape on one continuous loop.

Before you go to bed tonight, take a piece of paper and write down how you would advertise yourself if you were a product you were trying to sell someone. What does your outer package look like? What type of buyer would it attract? What are your "keywords" to sell your best attributes? INTELLIGENT! ATHLETIC! COMPASSIONATE! FOCUSED! ANIMAL LOVER!

I want you to picture yourself as a box. What does the outside of your box look like? Does it pop with color or is it more subdued? What words do you have in big BOLD type to draw in your buyer? What pose did you choose for your head shot? Demur? Confident? Are you in a business suit, or carrying a tennis racquet while wearing sweat bands? Are you wearing a plunging neckline and a "Come hither" look? Now... what's inside the box? Think hard! What are your contents that will entice someone to take a closer look? Write down words your friends would use to describe you. What are you the most proud of? Create the package you feel you have to offer right now!

I am guessing the majority of you were stumped at first. You have probably never thought of yourself as a commodity, something someone is looking to purchase such as a box of cereal or a car. But aren't we all shopping? Don't we assess our dates, relationships and husbands based on their attributes and dings? This product you just created is probably in your mind a box most people would pass up. Some of you may have run with it and put together something that would be on the end cap with a neon sign over it. If yours was not what you would classify as a 'best-seller', then let's try again.

Take out another sheet of paper and create the "product" you would like to be. How do you look? What personality traits would you like to have? Are you flashy or conservative? Are there hobbies, sports or adventures you've always wanted to try?

Do you like your hair color or style? When you look in your closet, do you see an endless array of the same style and color themes? Is your jewelry all alike? If you want to change some things, do it now in your new creation! Find pictures in magazines and begin creating your own box, with the appearance you want on the outside, and the contents you want to fill your life with on the inside. Don't stop to think if it's OK to look like that, or be like that, or act like that. Whose approval are you waiting for? IT'S YOUR LIFE! This life is a gift to you! It was not a package deal. It's a limited, one-time offer made just to YOU! Create it the way you want it to be!

In the meantime... go to YouTube and play Pink's wonderful song, "Perfect." Listen to the words... carefully. You ARE perfect. You are WORTHY! No one has more right to happiness than you do. Please believe that!
Romance / How To Attract A Man And Get Him To Chase You by grahamfin: 2:46pm On Jan 23, 2022
It'll be nice if we can apply the phrase "go for what you want" in all areas of our lives including the love department. For a woman, we are taught to apply this backwards which means that men should do the chasing. Although it hardly makes sense these days, we cannot deny the fact that we, women, still want to be chased. Men love to work hard and winning a woman's heart is treated as an accomplishment. So, how do you get him to chase you?

This topic can easily get confusing as there are many contradicting views about it. I know one thing's for sure; playing games will not give you the result that you want. There are some dating rules that I just don't understand like you are not supposed to reply to a guy's text message until after 3 days or you should never return his call and let him ring your phone multiple times before you pick up. Women seem to play games today more than ever because of all the irrational ideas they are putting in our heads. What happened to being honest about your feelings?

If you want a man to pursue you, you have to make him realize your value. Men give importance to everything they have to work hard to achieve. It's simple, we naturally value something or someone more when we invest or work really hard on it. When you make everything easy for a guy, he won't treat you as his most prized possession. Keep in mind that we are treated exactly how we want to be treated. In other words, we teach people how to treat us. This does not mean though that you have to play hard-to-get to the point of pushing him away. Don't pretend that you are not interested in him at all when the truth is you want him and you are dying to spend time with him. Don't ever tell a guy you are not interested in him when you really are. Men can't read minds and they will not waste time trying to decipher a single sentence and all its hidden meaning. If you tell him you don't like him he will not go "Uhhmm maybe she wants me to work harder". If you can follow one principle in your relationship it should be "Always say what you mean and mean what you say". Once you learn how to do that, you won't have to deal with a lot of drama and frustrations down the road.

One thing that attracts men is positivity which means that frowning 24/7 is not allowed. When you radiate positive energy, you attract people who are positive as well. Don't spend hours talking on the phone about your ex or how bad your breakup was. It wouldn't make him stick around longer either if you fill him up with all the drama in your life each time he calls you. If all you do is whine about your appearance or sulk about your job or your mother who keeps letting you down, he would walk away from you.

If you want to get him to chase you, you have to learn how to compromise. Being flexible is a big plus for guys who are looking for a committed relationship. You can't go by the book and stick to your rules all the time because the more you do the more conflict you will encounter. Being open will result in a smoother partnership. If a guy feels that you are not willing to compromise to meet both of your needs, he will see nothing in the future but petty arguments. Prove to him that you are willing to compromise early on so he'll realize that you two are a making of a happy, couple.
Romance / Are You Really In Love Or Is It Just Lust Or Infatuation? by grahamfin: 2:37pm On Jan 23, 2022
How do you know if you love someone? How can you tell if you feel true love or sensual lust? How do you decide if the love you feel is enduring love or merely a temporary infatuation?

All of the following emotional reactions, sensations and thought processes can be signs of deep love. but they can also appear when we feel desire, passion and temporary lust for someone new who appears exciting. Feelings can peak and we can be blinded from the truth. Feelings can peak and we can develop lasting intimacy. These are some of the signs that signify you are in a state of limerance, but these states do not necessarily indicate love.

- You can't stand being away from the other person.
- You think about him or her all the time.
- Their flaws seems cute to me.
- This person seems to give your life meaning.
- You feel like the luckiest person in the world.
- You want to please and be a better person.
- Your self-doubt and insecurities disappear in their presence.
- You get an amazing feeling when they touch you.
- You get warm and tingly feelings when you look in their eyes.
- You are willing to do anything for this person.
- When apart, it is not "out of sight, out of mind," but absence makes you desire this person more.

Emotional highs, intense need, longing, obsession and warm fuzzy feelings can indicate infatuation just as easily as the stirrings and beginnings of enduring love. However, there is a surefire way to determine which is which.

The first step is to focus on what you really want in a long term relationship with a lifelong partner. Don't just keep these thoughts in your head. Write them down. Don't only list the qualities you would like in the other person but make sure to add how you want and expect to feel when you spend time together. For example, if you want a man who is handsome and rich, make sure to add that he doesn't make you continually doubt your own attractiveness and that he will generously share his riches. If you want a woman who is beautiful and sexy, make sure to add that she does not enjoy flaunting her beauty and flirting with other men and that she finds you attractive and appealing as well.

Next, make sure you do not jump to conclusions in the first few weeks or months of a hot and heavy relationship. Those intense hormonal flushes can mask all sorts of red flags and signs that this is not your potential soul mate.

Pay attention to your own feelings. What is going on in your body? Do you feel strange tightness or neck pain or low back pain that you did not have before getting close to this other person? How do you feel emotionally? Do you feel loved and accepted and appreciated or denigrated, ignored and neglected?

Observe the communication between the two of you. Do you say what you truly think and feel or does it somehow get distorted? Does this person share openly with you or put up a wall of silence or indifference? Are there sudden bursts of unexpected anger or nasty insults that are much harsher than the situation calls for?

Ask yourself if you truly see and accept this person as he or she is, the whole person, with all the good points and undesirable traits. Decide if this is a person you would enjoy spending every day with for the rest of your life. Think about how you might feel if this other person became ill and you had to suddenly become a full time caretaker. Think about how this person might treat you if you were to become ill or disabled.

Ask yourself if you would really do almost anything for this person and whether you believe that he or she would do almost anything for you. Decide if investing your time and energy, money and love in this person is really worthwhile. What do you believe will be your ROLI - Return on Love Investment?
Romance / 5 Tips On How To Get Him To Date You by grahamfin: 2:20pm On Jan 23, 2022
You've been pining on a guy for the longest time and you are dying for him to ask you out. Your nerves are getting in the way and for some reason; you shoot him that don't-you-dare-come-near-me stare whenever he's around. Or when he tries to strike up a conversation, you get so terrified and the only way to conceal it is by talking too much about yourself. Is it your fault that the guy who graces your dreams is not asking you out on a date?

Here are a few tips on how to get him to date you:

1.) Be Polite and Don't forget to Smile

One thing that attracts men the most is a pretty smile. If you manage to maintain a sunny disposition, you are going to attract his attention and he will think you are fun to be with. When you wear a smile on your face, it makes you look more approachable. This is especially helpful if the guy is shy. He won't be intimidated to come up and talk to you. If you act like a snob, it will take a very special man to break down your walls and that hardly ever happens in real life. Be respectful towards others so you'll be treated the same way.

2.) Be Confident

Ask any guy and he will tell you that the sexiest quality that a woman can ever have is confidence. It really doesn't matter what size you are, as long as you know how beautiful you are both inside and out, it's going to transcend and the people around you will see that. Try this trick- when you walk into a place, act like you know where you're going, even if you don't. People in the room will stare at you, keep your head up and think you are the sexiest woman alive.

3.) Don't Act Needy or Desperate

If there is one thing that repels men, that is desperation. Being desperate roots from a person's need to find someone. When you give too much importance in finding a man, you lose yourself in the process. You become less confident and you will have the tendency to settle. Stop telling everyone in the office that you are looking for a potential husband and you have to find one as soon as possible because your clock is ticking. You have to realize that relying on someone to make you happy is a big no-no. You have to be happy on your own before you enter a new relationship.

4.) Learn How to Flirt

If you want to know how to get him to date you, you have to learn the art of flirting. Some women are born with a knack for flirting but some need a decent amount of training. Don't worry because if you keep practicing, you are going to perfect your moves eventually. Watch how your friends do it and ask for some tips. Flirting is a great way to let a man know you are interested in him. Aside from touching your hair, you can use playful gestures like touching his arm quickly while you talk to him. If he likes you he is going to flirt back with you.

5.) Gather up the courage to ask him out

If you've done everything on the menu but he still wouldn't ask you out on a date, why not ask him yourself? Is this a desperate move in a man's book? A sensible man would say this is quite a turn-on. If he rejects you, move on. At least you know you tried. Can't crucify a girl for trying!
Romance / What A Guy Is Hoping For On The First Date by grahamfin: 3:56am On Jan 22, 2022
A first date brings with it the usual nervousness with a mixture of anticipation. Could this lead to something amazing? Could it be another disappointment? What should I wear? I wish I had lost those 5 pounds I promised to work on 5 months ago. All the typical thoughts that race through your mind as you prepare for the big night. But... what are men thinking as they go into all the preparations to meet you? You may be surprised!

If you've read my other articles you know I spent many years interviewing over 2,000 men on the topic of women. From dating to marriage, pet peeves to things that make their heart flutter, I asked these guys 98 questions about romance, relationships and love. What I found was that men are a lot more romantic than women give them credit for. They fall in love faster, believe in love at first sight, and want that special lady in their life to be happy.

So, when it comes to the first date, as they search for the foot that will fit the glass slipper, they are just as nervous as you are. In fact, they are usually more so. Why? Because they are typically in charge of planning the date, choosing the meeting place, driving to meet you, and hoping they look good and will impress you. I asked the Bull Pen of men on my new TV talk show, Troubleshooting Men, What in the World do they want? how hard it is for a guy to meet a new woman. The answer was a unanimous "It's REALLY hard! Men fear rejection more than women do." They went on to talk about being sized up by a female and the need to impress her.

"We wonder if you will like the restaurant we picked out, or what we're wearing, or our haircut, or our cologne, and most of all, our conversation, wit, and accomplishments," said several men on the survey. "We realize women are anxious to put their best foot forward as well, but the guy usually sets up the first date and he puts a lot of thought into where, when and the whole package. Women would be surprised how many guys go out and buy new clothes, a haircut, etc. for that first date."

After all that preparation, what are men hoping will happen on the first date? Both the men in the Bull Pen and the 2,000 gentlemen from my survey all chimed in with "FUN!" They wanted the night to be fun. They wanted to laugh, feel engaged in the conversation, be surprised by her, intrigued and wanting to know more. They wanted to leave work and other worries behind and just remember what it feels like to be a guy feeling those incomparable feelings of romance and laughter.

"Too many women are too serious on a first date," many men commented. "They talk about work and hardships, or they don't relax and smile. They are too busy fussing with their hair and wondering if we think they are pretty. The girl that just enjoys herself, laughs at my jokes, drops hints of a great life she has where she fills her days with cool hobbies and friends, gives us a glimpse of a life we might want to join. No guy wants to sign up for a life of negativity and someone who is hoping you will provide a life for her. What happened to fun?"

So, there you have it. A first date is nervous for everyone, but try to relax, focus on him, thank him for the trouble he went to, to put the date together and choose a place he hoped you would like, laugh, be engaged in the conversation, ask him questions and leave some mystery so that he wants to come back and learn more. Above all, no complaining or negativity! Have FUN!

Make it sparkle!
Romance / A Man's Secret Wish For What He Wants From A Woman by grahamfin: 3:23am On Jan 22, 2022
In a world bombarded with relationship books touting which planet men are from and why he's not into you, you would think women would have a pretty good idea of what men are really looking for in a woman and a relationship. Right? Well... after interviewing over 2,000 men in all age demographics, careers and locales, the answer to question #92 actually had me tearing up as men revealed their heartfelt feelings about the most-important thing he wants from the woman in his life. See what these men had to say about their secret wish...

In a questionnaire that covered 98 questions on all facets of what men are looking for in women, dating and a relationship, some of the answers were not too surprising; others made my jaw drop. I knew if 2,000 men all listed some of the same answers, there was truth in their words. I also realized women were clueless on the most-important things men needed from the woman they had chosen to be a part of their lives.

I Need a Hero
Question 92 asked: "What is the most-important thing you want from the woman in your life?" I know what you're thinking-sex had to be number one. Wrong! The number one wish was for her to see him as her HERO. When I saw the word Hero popping up over and over in that survey's answer, I did find myself with tears in my eyes. These men dropped their masks of macho and pride, and let us get a glimpse into a very powerful need. Here are a few of the direct answers:

• "I don't think women know how hard we try to please them," said Mark from Kentucky.
• "I guess it's the cave man thing," Douglas from Florida reported. "We want to protect and be needed. Every guy wants to feel like a Hero in his girl's eyes."
• "Bottom line-men want to feel needed and appreciated." (Emanuel from Illinois)
• "I want to be her Hero. Simple as that. I want to see a look in her eyes that says, "You are so important to me. You make me feel safe and cared for."
(Mike from California)

There it is. A man thrives on feeling appreciated, admired and loved, but his secret wish is be a Hero in his woman's eyes. I don't know about you, but that really touched me. One comment that especially stood out was one from a 34-year-old father in Utah. He said it's the same feeling he gets when his little girl runs to greet him as he comes through the door from work. He describe how it feels to see the total delight on her face to have him home, and throw her arms around his neck and say, "I missed you, Daddy!" This young man commented that the same thrill runs through a man when the woman in his life shows how much she is happy to have him home. "It's a much stronger emotion with your wife," he said, "and really, REALLY AMAZING!"

Today's Challenge For Men
Today's man is afraid to open doors for women for fear they will get yelled at. Men have asked me if women see it as a sign of weakness to let men offer protection or simple courtesies these days. The simple act of opening a stuck jar lid for a woman and having her appreciate his strength may sound minor, but to the men I interviewed, it was a big deal. Admiring his masculinity was HUGE in their perspective of what makes them feel attracted to a certain woman.

Viva La Difference!
This should be a no-brainer... accentuate the difference between men and women by playing up what makes you all woman and admiring what makes him all man. It's called "chemistry" and it has not changed over the years despite the diplomas hanging on your wall. Men want to feel needed! They want to feel appreciated for what they bring to the table, including rippling biceps! I cannot emphasize this enough! And, ladies, this goes for all the men in your life. Want that teenage son of yours to help more around the house? Start thanking him and appreciating him for the chores he does. I raised four sons, and my sincere appreciation of their masculine contribution to our home went a long way. They still open my doors even though they are now married and have another woman playing the major role in their life. I still ask, "May I borrow your muscles to open this for me, please?" and they still come running. Manipulation? Nope! Sincere appreciation for what makes the sexes different. And I love the smile that pops up on their face.

I want to summarize by asking you one question: How do you feel when the man in your life compliments you on how nice you look, or your curves, or your smile, or he can't wait to be with you? Pretty nice, isn't it? We all like feeling like we are on a pedestal. Put him there, tie a red cape around his shoulders and appreciate what he brings to your life.
Romance / How To Make Women Laugh And Fall In Love by grahamfin: 2:21am On Jan 22, 2022
Women love guys with a good sense of humor. Making a girl laugh, if done correctly, will make her fall in love with you. In this article I am going to show you how to use the power of laughter to create sexual tension and to display the attributes that women find so irresistible.

Don't be a clown

Good sense of humor will make females perceive you as a male of value. You will display power, status, and confidence. But I most warn you; if you become a goofy dude you will fall into the friend-zone very fast. There is a big difference between being a funny man, with a sexy sense of humor, and just a clown.

Tease her

When all is said and done, the one thing you need to remember is that unless you are able to create sexual emotions, in females, they won't be attracted to you. If you develop a sexy sense of humor, and maintain a playful attitude, you will be able to tease women and create sexual tension effectively.

The power of humor rests in the delivery. It's the way in which you tell the jokes that counts. Since, 80% of what you say doesn't come out of your mouth you need to learn how to use your body language to increase the power of your jokes while teasing.

Remember, your feelings affect your body language, that's why it's very important to keep a playful attitude at all times. If you are anxious, or tense, it will show on your body, and facial, gestures and your teasing attempts will fail.

Finally, without touching you won't be able to create sexual tension. While you are teasing a girl remember to touch her. Again, keep a playful attitude. This will help you avoid awkward situations.

Never seek for her approval

You should never qualify yourself to females; this decreases your value. When you tell a joke to a girl don't wait for her response. Keep the "I don't care" attitude at all times. Women are hardwired to test men's ability to stay in control to see if they are boyfriend material, if you fail the test, by seeking her approval, the attraction will die.

One final thought

You should always be respectful with females. Using jokes to offend them will make you look like a weak, insecure, and worthless guy. There is a fine line between playful teasing and being a jerk. Use your common sense and be a gentleman at all times.
Romance / Do Men Like Women Who Are Nice? by grahamfin: 2:10am On Jan 22, 2022
We've all heard of the phrase "nice guys finish last" and seen the stereotypes of women always going for the "bad boys" instead of the polite gentlemen. We know that for the most part, that isn't true of us, but what about the other way around? Are guys interested in girls who are nice, polite, cordial and appropriate? Does a gentle demeanor turn them off? Do they assume that these nice women are all prudes and won't be fun to date? Your kindness shouldn't be a fault, so why do some men think that it is? Being "too nice" isn't necessarily a detriment to your character, but you should certainly take the degree of your niceness into consideration.

Sometimes being too nice can go hand in hand with being too unwilling to express an opinion. If you agree with every single thing he says, every choice he makes, every restaurant he chooses, things can get boring pretty quickly. There's a possibility that your niceness and willingness to just "go with the flow" is actually making your time together boring. There's nothing wrong with expressing your opinions or desires, so go ahead! You two will never agree on absolutely everything, so there's no point in sacrificing your perspective or needs for his.

Sometimes nice girls also convey the impression that they're just a doormat. This will not necessarily turn off decent guys, but it can get you into a sticky situation with guys who are all too ready to take advantage of your kindness. This kind of guy specifically searches for a woman who is nice so that they can do whatever they want in the relationship and not have to worry about her putting up a fight about it. If you feel like you might be stuck in one of these situations, it's time to get up and run in the opposite direction!

Being kind and patient can also become less interesting because it makes you appear to be less of a challenge, and lord knows men love a challenge. This goes back to our first point, where we mention that the relationship can get boring. If you're just willing to sit around waiting for things to happen, then nothing interesting can commence. Liven up your relationship by making your own decisions and putting yourself first! It will be as good for you as it is for your future relationships, which means you will be happier in the end.
Romance / Why Relationship Ends - Lessons To Be Learned For The Next Real, Enduring Love by grahamfin: 1:58am On Jan 22, 2022
Relationships end for many different reasons. No one can tell for sure what went wrong in some cases and in others it is so obvious. There are many that try their best and do all that they can to make the relationship work out to the best of their ability. However there are others that just do not put the time and effort into it that is needed and they in result break up.

1) Just like Hollywood

Many think that they have the fairy tale and their relationship is going to last forever. However this is not a reality in some cases. There are plenty of people that have a good start and then somewhere in the middle it goes bad. This is very common and many people have to realize that not everyone is meant to be together. There is a match out there for everyone and it may just take a little longer to find him or her is all.

There are steps that you can take to ensure that your next relationship is not a total loss like your present one. You will see that when you follow a few steps, you can make your relationship work and grow into something that you have always wanted. It may take some time and effort, but once you are there you will be thrilled with the results.

2) Physical attraction

You need to click with your partner physically for sure. You need to have the chemistry there to even start a relationship. If you do not find your partner attractive, you may never be able to get the relationship on the right track. There is of course more to the relationship than just physical appearance, but this is important to have.

Your mind is something that will tell you if you are in the right place or not. When you are not sure, you should think about your gut feelings and take it from there. When you are only physically attracted to someone, this is not the right reason to start a relationship either. You have to have it all in order to make it work.

3) Being friends

When you are in love with someone, you need to be able to trust him or her and feel comfortable around him or her. You need to make sure that you are able to get along with each other on a friendship level. Think about your best friend and who that person is. If your answer is your lover, then you are on the right track. You need to have that bond with each other so that you are in complete sync and can have a committed relationship.

4) Having the same values

Physical relationships may work for a short term but not for the long term. You need to have so much more than that. You need to have the same goals in life and values. You cannot be with someone forever that does not share your same dreams that include family and location. You need to be on the same page so that you can keep the momentum moving and the relationship strong.

Having the same kind of values with each other is important. You need to agree most of the time, not all the time. It is important to keep your beliefs on things like religion and politics to your own. You can agree to disagree on these terms, but you need to share a common ground where you can meet in the middle.

5) Compromise

Do not be against compromise. This is something that many couples have to do in order to make it. Without it, you will see that there are many failed loves because of one or the other's difficulty in compromising something that they believe in.

You do not need to sacrifice the important issues that are meaningful to your well being, but you should think about the small things that you can do without in your life. It is all about sharing and if you cannot do this, then your relationship is doomed for the worse.

Giving is the most important part of a relationship. However you need to receive some as well. When you have a good balance of these two things, you will see that you can work through anything and make your life happier and your relationship stronger.

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Romance / How To Keep A Guy Interested - Your Rules, Your Game by grahamfin: 8:41pm On Jan 01, 2022
Have you ever thought of how to keep a guy interested in you? What could you do well to keep a guy interested in you? Are there steps, formulas or methods on how to keep a guy interested? Yes, there are ways, but there are no methods. Men can be predictable at times so it will be easy for them to keep them interested in you.

Here are a few tips on how to keep a guy interested in you:

Play with his mind. One way on how to keep a guy interested is by making him think all the time. Let him guess where you are, what you are doing, what's in your mind and why you seldom call. Guys love challenge. And when they are into the challenge, they do everything to win. Take things in a slower pace. Do not always call him nor send him text messages. Do not share everything to him at once. Let him do things first then you do the same back for him.

Play hard to get. Do not easily show him your feelings. Your independence will make him want to conquer you. And your resistance will make desire to be with you even more. Try showing him that you can have a life and you can enjoy every moment even if he's not around. By this, you make him feel that he needs to make you feel that he is everything to you. And, you'll notice that he makes sure that you spend more time together. Play his game. This time, try showing him how interested you are in other ways. Say, try doing things he likes to do. Learn how to play his favorite video game and try beating him. Read his favorite novel and try cooking his favorite dish. When he appreciates your efforts, he might just do the same things for you.

Play with his principles. Another way on how to keep a guy interested in you is by tickling his principles. It's not really about challenging it rather you will be feeding what he believes in and stands for. Show your guy how much self-respect you have. Make him feel that you know your limitations and you are working on things to improve them. Show him that even if your past has been so difficult, you still can stand for yourself and move forward. By doing this, you are not only making him interested in you but also gaining his respect.

What works for one guy may not work for the other. Do not focus on one tactic for different guys. Aim at your target-at that one particular guy you like the most or the guy you are with now. Study his language and body signal. Learn how he plays his game. And, take full control of every situation. Men are competitive in nature. And once you pose to them the challenge of getting you or to be with you, there's no way to stop them and you get your guy's attention.
Romance / Make Him Think About You All The Time by grahamfin: 8:19pm On Jan 01, 2022
Wouldn't your relationship be amazing if you could make him think about you all the time? Most women secretly dream about this. The idea of our man being so completely crazy about us that he can't go more than a few minutes without thoughts of us invading his mind. It may be a wee bit unrealistic but it certainly is romantic. Naturally, everyone has responsibilities in life and can't spend all day, every day, dreaming about the person they love. You do want to be a constant in his mind and heart though and there are ways to ensure that happens. You can make him love you so much that he can't even imagine the thought of not being your man.

If you want to make him think about you more make yourself less available to him. The old advice of playing hard to get seems better left in a past generation to most of us. We've all heard stories of women who pushed a man's advances away until his heart melted and he was so in love with her that he made some monumental romantic gesture. This is the stuff that movies are made of. It does happen in real life too though. Playing hard to get works. It's a simple fact of life. It ties into a man's natural instinct to hunt. If you're not jumping through hoops trying to get him to fall in love with you, he'll find you more appealing. He wants and needs to feel as though he has to work at getting your heart. So don't be accessible and always available to him. He doesn't really want you to be.

You also must present yourself in an honest and genuine fashion if you want to make him think about you all the time. One very common mistake that women make when they are trying to endear themselves to a man is they transform into someone they're not. They don't act the way they normally do. They stifle their own opinions because they don't want to conflict with how he thinks. The sad part is that they do this because they think it will help them deepen the emotional connection with him. Quite the opposite actually occurs.

Men don't want us to change to fit into their criteria. They want a woman who is original, self confident and opinionated. Men find that refreshing and irresistible. You want him to think you're different than anyone he's ever met. If you present yourself like every other woman, he's going to see you as plain and boring. Be who you are always. Let him see you in all your glory with all your flaws. That's all you have to do is you really want to make him think about you more and more.

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