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RomanceGetting Pregnant Before Marriage Is Now Becoming Acceptable By The Society. WHY? by SteveOfu(op): 11:50am On Dec 23, 2019
Getting pregnant before marriage is now becoming acceptable by the society...
WHY?
RomanceRe: Local Girl Is NOT Understanding Something And Needs Your Help by SteveOfu: 11:50am On Dec 23, 2019
kestine:
Not a desperation dear.... It's called love and he was willing to go the extra to make it happen.. But local girl though na chop and clean mouth... Many girls don loose potential husband through this act...
Na, the lost abusive men
RomanceRe: The Kinds Of Compliment That Men Like To Hear More Often by SteveOfu(op): 11:50am On Dec 23, 2019
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healthserve:
Was going to say it. Validations. Excellent writeup
FamilyRe: Nairaland Christmas Giveaway by Twaci(2019 Edition) by SteveOfu: 11:40am On Dec 23, 2019
Most of you all need to stop begging. This is not a charity page, stop this madness.
RomanceRe: Should I Be Worried? by SteveOfu: 11:35am On Dec 23, 2019
grin grin grin grin grin
Papa born boy
RomanceRe: Local Girl Is NOT Understanding Something And Needs Your Help by SteveOfu: 11:31am On Dec 23, 2019
cheesy
extwoo:
She dodged a bullet. Lucky move.
RomanceRe: Local Girl Is NOT Understanding Something And Needs Your Help by SteveOfu: 11:30am On Dec 23, 2019
kestine:
Local girl thinks everyone will toast a girl and wait for 6 months or a year before proposing.... Some guys will toast you today and propose to you the next day... . I have seen it happen very well.. Local girl just lost a serious suitor...
desperation
RomanceRe: Tell Us About Your Near Death Experience If You Have Any (NDE). by SteveOfu(op): 11:29am On Dec 23, 2019
cheesy
StacyO:
Lol
Hahahahahahaha
No
Why would I?
RomanceThe Kinds Of Compliment That Men Like To Hear More Often by SteveOfu(op): 11:29am On Dec 23, 2019
THE KINDS OF COMPLIMENT THAT MEN LIKE TO HEAR MORE OFTEN

I have written countless articles on ways to make women feel more seen, heard, loved, and
appreciated.
As many readers have expressed a desire to hear the male equivalent, I figured it’s time to fulfill those requests.
I don’t feel like it’s talked about enough, but men respond to praise and appreciation just as much as women do. In many cases, possibly even moreso. Whatever the reason, women tend to get the lion’s share of the verbal praise when it comes to how they look and how they make men feel.

Case in point, I can name ten songs off the top of.my head that are solely about how attractive women are (inside and out)… and I can’t even name five about men without reeeaaally digging for them.

So without further ado, here are seven kinds of compliments that men would love to hear more often.
Some of these I heard as requests from the men who asked me to write this article, others are things that my male friends have often mentioned they felt insecure about in their relationships, and a smaller portion have come from my personal dating history.

1. Compliments that show that you believe in him
One of the biggest things that makes a guy melt is when his partner supports him and believes in him. This is one of the most consistent things that I heard from my male readers when I went to them regarding writing this article.
One of them said, “When she says any variation of ‘I believe in you’ I feel like a superhero who can achieve anything”.
Examples:
- I believe in you.
- I love how driven you are.
- Whatever you put your mind to, I know you’ll be able to achieve it. You always have.
- Of course people want to work with you/for you… people trust you and your abilities. As they should. You’re amazing at what you do.
- Of course you got a raise/that new job. You’re talented, hard working, and everyone knows it. I’m so proud of you.
- You’ve accomplished so much in your life already. I’m sure you’ll continue to go on to do many more great things. You’ll make the most of any situation that comes your way.

2. Body and appearance-specific compliments
While men might not get as much body shaming marketing as the average woman does in western society, guys are still insecure about certain elements of their physical appearance. Besides, every person (regardless of gender) likes knowing that their partner finds them aesthetically pleasing.
Whether it’s his arms, hands, eyes, thighs, or private parts that are on the receiving end of the compliment, guys aren’t too picky.
Here are some examples of compliments that my male friends said touched their heart:
- You look so handsome.
- Wow… you weren’t kidding when you said you had been working out. Look at you!
- You look extra manly today. I like it.
- You look so handsome in that suit/tie/outfit!
- I love being wrapped up in your sexy arms.
- You look beautiful when you laugh.
- You look beautiful when you cry.
- You always look so handsome… even when you’ve just woken up and your hair is all messy.

3. Compliments that acknowledge his efforts Everyone likes to be recognized for the effort that they put into their relationship.
Show him that you appreciate what he does for you. Even the simplest things. Notice and recognize it all. Whenever you appreciate something out loud, you tend to get more of it. And even if you don’t, you still get to make him feel loved.
Whether he took out the garbage, replaced the light bulb, or did the dishes is irrelevant… what matters is that you recognize him for his acts of service every now and then.
Examples…
- You’re so good to me.
- Thank you so much for cooking for me, love. I really appreciate it. And this is delicious!
- You can fix anything, can’t you?
- I love how gentle you are with me.
- Thank you for listening to me. I really appreciate you letting me vent.
- I noticed that you did (this) for me. Thank you for being so thoughtful. I really appreciate it. You’re very sweet with me and I love it.
- I loved seeing you playing with (mutual friend’s) kids earlier today. Your playful side is so sexy. I love that you can cut loose and have fun sometimes.

4. Compliments that show that you respect him
Several studies have shown that men feel respect as love and they put a higher emotional premium on feeling respected than necessarily feeling loved. While I don’t think that these studies necessarily mean much on the individual level, it’s important to note that your man likely wants to feel respected within your relationship.
Here are some ways to say it to him:
- You’re a good man.
- I’m proud of you.
- I have so much respect for you.
- You become a better version of yourself every time I see you.
- It took a lot of courage to admit you were wrong/ apologize/have that tough conversation back there… I really admire that you were able to do that. It was very attractive.
- I love how forgiving you are with those closest to you. It took a lot of strength to be the bigger man back there and you couldn’t have done any better.
- I love how considerate/caring you are with my friends/parents/co-workers. You are so aware of other people and I really appreciate it.

5. Compliments that show that you trust him and his ability to lead Blame social conditioning, biology, or whatever else you’d like to, but the majority of men have a deep level love of being seen as the leader in their lives and relationships.
Let him know that you see him and that you trust his way of being in the world by saying a few of the following:
- I trust you.
- I’m on your side.
- You’ve never steered us wrong in the past.
- I would follow you anywhere.
- You always give the best advice. You’re so smart.

6. Compliments that show that you are affected by him Essentially all men know the feeling of having someone walk past them who is so attractive that.they go weak in the knees. The intoxicating rush of attraction that we feel is a potent one.
Let him know that you feel something similar when you are around him.
- I can’t help but blush around you.
- You always know how to make me smile.
- I respond to you on such a deep level.
- I feel like I can accomplish so much more in my life because I have you as a safety net. I always feel supported by you and it means so much to me.
- Your eyes are so captivating. I could get lost in them forever.
- I’ve never felt more safe and comfortable around any other person. I love being in your presence.
- I’ve never been more turned on by anyone. You make me weak in the knees so often.
- You are the funniest guy I know.

Your unique guy will respond to some of these more strongly than others. Try out a handful of them and see what comes of it.

And before the comments section turns into a Why do we need to stroke the male ego?”/“People don’t need compliments, blah blah.....…

they should be internally validated!”

first… this article is merely setting out a blueprint to help people live with love more often. Everyone enjoys receiving a sincere compliment, and the majority of these could be applied to any woman as well.

Compliments of the Season to all my Friends.
RomanceRe: Should She Tell Him About The Abortions History Before Getting Marriage? by SteveOfu(op): 11:26am On Dec 23, 2019
any referals
Ebonygirl1:
She should go to a fertility clinic and run tests to know if she's still fertile
RomanceRe: Should She Tell Him About The Abortions History Before Getting Marriage? by SteveOfu(op): 11:25am On Dec 23, 2019
link?
Blissbath:
I read dis frm facebook
RomanceRe: Tell Us About Your Near Death Experience If You Have Any (NDE). by SteveOfu(op): 3:58pm On Dec 20, 2019
undecided
sonofanarchy:
That day I will never forget 25th march 2015,I was returning from work, suddenly I stepped on a land mine jeez I was panicking and then something strucked my mind to jump, within a twinkle of an eye I jumped only for me to discover what I stepped on wasn't land mine but the lies about to be dropped here..
Dating And Meet-up ZoneRe: Ladies Looking For Men by SteveOfu: 3:58pm On Dec 20, 2019
kiss
sleeknaija:
Oil dey ur head grin
RomanceRe: Tell Us About Your Near Death Experience If You Have Any (NDE). by SteveOfu(op): 3:58pm On Dec 20, 2019
u dey fear
StacyO:
This your smile........
Hmmmm
RomanceRe: What's Stopping You From Dating A Nairalander? by SteveOfu(op): 3:57pm On Dec 20, 2019
Jewessgratitude:
Mmmm....the ones that have DM me so far are either fair ( dont judge me. Everyone have a mental pics of what they wamt their man to look like) and Im not really into fair guys.
Then another one I saw his pics on WhatsApp, looks too young. I want a guy man, not a boy. He cool and looks responsible but too young.

Hope to meet a dark caramel though.
sweetie, give him a chance, my first bf was younger than I was and very matured.
RomanceRe: Should She Tell Him About The Abortions History Before Getting Marriage? by SteveOfu(op): 3:56pm On Dec 20, 2019
wink
frozen70:
Why should she tell her guy her escapades

The hood thing is that she has repented and forgiven herself

God will complete the rest for her
RomanceRe: Ladies Can You Use Another Lady To Test Your Man If He Is Faithful? by SteveOfu(op): 9:26am On Dec 16, 2019
undecided
futurerex:
This story is older than nairaland itself. Stop claiming as if you're the one it happened to
RomanceRe: What's Stopping You From Dating A Nairalander? by SteveOfu(op): 9:25am On Dec 16, 2019
Yes
fk001:
Do you also base in Abuja?
RomanceRe: Should She Tell Him About The Abortions History Before Getting Marriage? by SteveOfu(op): 9:24am On Dec 16, 2019
ok
sorepco:
NO! Dont tell.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Updated-New Job Vacancies by SteveOfu: 9:23am On Dec 16, 2019
A reputable School at Dopemu, Agege - Lagos State seeks to employ the following persons to fill available vacancies in the School:

1.) Mathematics Teacher (to teach/prepare pupils for Common Entrance Examination)

2.) English Teacher (to teach/prepare pupils for Common Entrance Examinations)

3.) Home Economic/Catering Craft Practice Teacher (College)

4.) Physics/Basic Technology Teacher (College)

5.) Biology/Agricultural Science Teacher (College)

6.) Islamic Religious Studies Teacher

General Requirement
Candidates should possess relevant qualifications.

Application Closing Date
25rd December, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward scanned copy of their Application Letter, CV and Credentials to: myschoolvacancies@gmail.com using the "Job Title" as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only applicants residing around Oshodi, Dopemu, Shasha, Egbeda, Ikotun, Iju-Ishaga, Ogba, Agege and environs need apply.
RomanceRe: Tell Us About Your Near Death Experience If You Have Any (NDE). by SteveOfu(op): 9:20am On Dec 16, 2019
smiley
StacyO:
Well I've had countless NDE's

First was when I started school here,made a bet with my cousin and her friend that I can cross the road. They initially warned me not to but I always have this daring spirit urging me to try what anyone can't try.
Immediately I decided to cross,a bike from no where just hit me with full speed. The driver left me lying almost lifeless in the road. Next thing I woke up in a hospital, I felt like eating those nurses raw (how can you be stitching a patient without injecting anaesthetic).
I almost died in the hands of those nurses,I didn't even feel the pain from the incident but,the needle piercing my skin.
Thank the good lord,I survived.

Second was when I made my very first hair (Bob marley kindda style), it was a thing of joy lol
Good n bad ol' days.
Was running around with it until I mistakenly ran into a tree trunk which peirced my head. I was lucky cause it didn't go deeper than it should.
And the most funny thing was that I had to barb the much adored hair.
Escaped being bitten by a snake.

Third are times when I happened to escape r*pe attempts in Lagos by people I don't even know,not even enjoying the visits anymore. But,I'm glad I always come out clean.
I really have a lot of big THANK YOU'S to give to the one behind all this.
Dating And Meet-up ZoneRe: Ladies Looking For Men by SteveOfu: 9:20am On Dec 16, 2019
cheesy
sleeknaija:
Oil dey ur head grin
RomanceRe: What's Stopping You From Dating A Nairalander? by SteveOfu(op): 6:42pm On Dec 14, 2019
wink
fk001:
This month I met with 2 good nairalanders. Thou there are few nairalanders here in Abuja
RomanceShould She Tell Him About The Abortions History Before Getting Marriage? by SteveOfu(op): 6:33pm On Dec 14, 2019
My friend needs help with this problem that has been bothering my friend for years now, she grew up with no direction or guardian and it made her to start having sex at the early age because she was doing it in order to put food on the table, her father died earlier and she as the first child had to sacrifice her self to make sure that her siblings didn't suffer much including her mother. The mum was not doing something tangible back then, before the age of 18 she have already done countless abortions... which makes her to be scared of getting married now because what if she can't bear a child now, right now she's in a serious relationship and the guy intends to Marry her, my questions are
1. Should she tell him about the abortions history before getting marriage? she doen't want to drag an innocent person into the Shit she got herself in, she don't want the man to be childless because of her or
2. Should she remain unmarried? So sorry for the long post. No insult please. Her way of life is transformed since she found Jesus and she has begged God for forgiveness and she has also forgiven myself.
RomanceRe: 21 Sign Languages Guys Should Understand About Ladies. by SteveOfu(op): 6:29pm On Dec 14, 2019
OoniOfIfe:
What if she say 'my husband travelled nd I'm feeling lonely?
huh
RomanceRe: Ladies Can You Use Another Lady To Test Your Man If He Is Faithful? by SteveOfu(op): 6:28pm On Dec 14, 2019
grin grin
Yahman1:
Obviously u two must be under 18 huh




BTTM:

It depends on the testing Method both of them agreed on.
1. If it's normal test no wahala but
2. If na temptation test cheesy wen I no be Jesus I go chop the Ponmo clean, anything wey wan happen make e happen angry
RomanceRe: Ladies Can You Use Another Lady To Test Your Man If He Is Faithful? by SteveOfu(op): 6:26pm On Dec 14, 2019
undecided
futurerex:
No matter how you train your goat, you can't lock it with a yam in thesame room.


Some temptations are for Jesus and Satan only, because even angels with fall woofully.
RomanceRe: Tell Us About Your Near Death Experience If You Have Any (NDE). by SteveOfu(op): 6:24pm On Dec 14, 2019
shocked
Jgoldie:
My NDE was when my so called first love gave me the worst STD ever,I was innocent and did not know how to express those symptoms to my parents.

One Monday morning when I came back from school,I fainted in the bathroom and that was all I could remember,I woke up after 2 weeks on my parent’s bed feeling so weak and drowsy,I have never been that sick in my whole life,even after waking up,I was bed ridden for a month.

All I could remember after fainting was,I saw myself flying in the sky and it looked like just a day but I woke up and I was informed I didn’t open my eyes for 2 weeks

Jesus is Lord
RomanceRe: 21 Sign Languages Guys Should Understand About Ladies. by SteveOfu(op): 10:37am On Dec 13, 2019
cool
udder:
I'm not interested.
RomanceLadies Can You Use Another Lady To Test Your Man If He Is Faithful? by SteveOfu(op): 10:33am On Dec 13, 2019
Ladies can you use another lady to test your man if he is faithful??
RomanceRe: Tell Us About Your Near Death Experience If You Have Any (NDE). by SteveOfu(op): 10:32am On Dec 13, 2019
grin
olumide3367:
I don't understand all you wrote. Only you understand. Try to write something comprehensive

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