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10 Things a Real Man Does When Hes in a

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Some women feel a Real Man doesnt existthat he is impossible to nd. Other
women do not want someone like him. On the other hand, some men think they
are the very de nition of a Real Man. Other men feel there is no such thing.
One thing is true, though: Those men who think they are the very de nition of a
Real Man and those who think they are not are both very often wrong.

If you want to know if you are a real man or are in a relationship with a real man,
watch the actions. A real man behaves so different from the sel sh frat boy types
you see everywhere that you cant fail to notice the difference. He is a gentleman
good for more than just the rst few months. Importantly, a real man does
things so well when he is in a relationship that you just have to love him and his
style.

1.A real man loves and respects his woman for who she is.
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He might not love her all the time, but he loves her. Not just her body, her
possessions and her status, but all of her! Hes aware that as beautiful as her body
is now, physical beauty fades. He therefore focuses his love and attention on her
true beauty, which is found within her sensibilities and personality. He treats her
like a lady, with dignity and respect. He doesnt mind cooking her favorite meal,
taking her out to wine and dine and paying the bills. He also expects love and
respect from her.

2.A real man commits to the relationship fully.

He doesnt cheat. He is loyal to his partner and knows that relationships take
hard work to keep strong and healthy. His affection to his woman is a full-time
commitment. He nourishes and strengthens the relationship through ongoing,
honest communication and team work. When you are with a real man, you know
you can trust him. He will stay faithful no matter what and expects you to do the
same.

3. A real man protects his partner physically and emotionally.

Not that a woman cant protect and defend herself, but he is there for her
anyway. He protects her in different ways, including providing nancial security
and comforting her and making her feel everything will be okay. He is ready to
throw a good punch if necessary to defend her from physical aggressors.
However, he thinks before he acts. He never makes a move until he is sure all
details and speci cs are in order. His moves are calculated, deliberate and
assured. Abuse of any kind is never an issue when you are with him. He is
considerate and treats everyone kindly.

4.A real man fullls his partner mentally and sexually.

He knows the majority of time in any relationship is spent doing nonphysical,
nonsexual things. Besides whispering to her how beautiful she is or how he is
going to make hot, passionate love to her when he gets back home in the
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going to make hot, passionate love to her when he gets back home in the

evening, he also engages her in meaningful discussions about life, plans with her
for the future, and cracks jokes to lighten and liven moments together. He
displays an awareness, intelligence and sensitivity that makes his actions not
only timely, but also genuinely charming.

5. A real man takes the rst initiativehe leads.

Thats because he wears the pants in the relationship. Of course, the pants are
picked out by his woman, but he is still the leader. He steps forward and
addresses issues in the relationship boldly. He does not wait for the woman to
solve problems. If he is not sure how to address an issue, he seeks help or advice.
Some men play it safe and avoid taking the lead because they dont want to be
criticized, but not a real man. A real man says, Ill handle it, and takes the
initiative to solve the issue in his way.

6.A real man steps up and makes the tough decisions.

He knows real men are decisive and he makes decisions in the relationship. He
does not leave every other decision to his partner. When making decisions, he
seeks to understand her views (and that of other concerned parties) and is
exible enough to factor in those other views in his decisions. He does not seek
to control people, but rather to improve their situation. If you are reluctant to
make decisions, you are likely self-conscious and afraid of making mistakes.
Women dislike indecisive, cowardly men.

7. A real man takes responsibility for his actions and decisions.

He does not shift blame (especially to his partner) or try to defend his mistakes.
He simply acknowledges when he has made a mistake, apologizes for it, learns
from it and works to make it right. Saying, I am sorry, is not a big deal to him.
He knows it doesnt make him any less of a man to say it. In fact, saying hes
sorry makes him more of a man because it demonstrates he has the con dence,
courage and integrity to admit his faults and seek to correct them.
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courage and integrity to admit his faults and seek to correct them.

8.A real man speaks his mindalways.

He is not afraid or timid to say whats on his mind. He will say no without fear
whenever he doesnt agree with something. He will debate you on topics he is not
comfortable with without losing his cool. He will be straightforward and talk to
you as an equal, then allow you to make your own conclusions or take whatever
action you wish. This does not mean he is indifferent or treats women badly. He
just doesnt agree with her on everything. He knows a Yes-man is no man at all.

9.A real man stands up for the relationship.

Sometimes friends, family and even total strangers ask inappropriate questions
or make inappropriate remarks about your relationship, such as saying you are
not a good couple. In such cases, a real man stands up for himself and defends
the legitimacy and integrity of his relationship. Even when he is among his peers,
he speaks up and stands his ground in defense of his relationship. Thisproves he
can express himself in the presence others, protect his woman and act like a
grown man.

10. A real man pursues other passion(s) that dont involve his
partner.
He has enough going on in his life to keep him busy. That means he is, at least,
passionate about one other thing besides his relationship. The relationship does
not de ne him. He will give you your space and you must give him his. He is a
con dent, ambitious go-getter. Hes a real man!

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Are you confused about the direction of your relationship? Relationships are
often happy at the beginning, but over time they can become negative without
you realizing. All relationships require effort and hard work, and without these
things you may notice that you feel unhappy and under-appreciated.

Check out 8 telltale signs that your relationship may not last.

1. Your partner cant accept you for who you are

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Everyone has positive and negative traits, and a good partner will accept all of
your aws. Your partner doesnt have to enjoy watching The Real Housewives
with you, but they should accept that you enjoy it and leave you to it without
judgment. If your partner doesnt like more important things like the way you
dress or your career, it is time for you to leave. Being unable to accept one
another for who you are is one of the biggest indicators that the relationship
wont work out.

2. You cant accept your partner for who they are

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Accepting each other works both ways. If your partner loves you for who you are
then you should be able to offer the same to your partner. Ask yourself this; if
there are things your partner does that you hate or cannot come to terms with,
why are you with them?

3. You struggle to handle each other during the hard times

Relationships come with intimacy, happiness and laughter, but they also come
with stress, bad moods and hardship. Of course you will love your partner when
they are happy and relaxed, but do you feel the same way about them when they
are irritated? In a relationship you should support each other during hard times,
not push each other away.

4. Your needs are not being met by your partner

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Your partner cannot do everything for you; for instance, it is demanding and
clingy to insist they talk to you every hour of the day. However it is important
that they can meet your needs in the relationship department. They should be
able to cheer you up after a tough day, and they should be able to provide you
with love and support. If they cant give you these things the relationship will
deteriorate.

5. You are not at the same place mentally

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If you are ready to get married and settle down and your partner wants to travel
alone for a few years, you may start to encounter problems. If you realize your
relationship is becoming serious, it is useful to sit down and talk about both of
your plans for the future. It isnt anyones fault if you have different interests, but
you both deserve to know if youre not in the same boat.

6. You put work into the relationship but your partner does not

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Relationships are what you put into them. Both partners need to give and take,
and sometimes one partner may give more or take more. This can cause a
problem as you should both be putting an equal amount of effort into the
relationship. If one of you doesnt care enough to meet the other halfway, it
could be a sign that the relationship has become unhealthy and negative.

7. You struggle to trust each other

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Both you and your partner should trust each other implicitly. If your partner has
given you a reason to distrust them, you can either forgive them and try toe and
Facebook Messages forge a future or move on. The worst decision you can make
is choosing to stay when you dont trust them. If you nd yourself checking your
partners phone when they leave the room, breaking up and moving on may be
the best option for both of you.

8. You dont see long-term potential

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A relationship requires a lot of time and effort, so it is important to make sure

you are putting in work for something that could actually last. You dont have to
want to marry your partner, but you should be able to envision a happy future
together. If you dont see a future together at all it may be time for you to move
on.

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