DISCLAIMER: No I did not write these, but I like them! Please remember people!!! What do the Pirates say?
“These are more like guidelines, than actual rules…” I know there are exceptions to everything and everyone is different. I know these are not essential to wonderful relationship.
1. As much as you want to talk about past relationships, keep it to a minimum, unless he asks. You don’t want him to feel like he’s in competition with anyone.
2. Every guy has a ‘geeky’ side of him. Whether it be video games, DnD, WoW, anime, football among other sports, or whatever. Don’t make fun of him if you don’t like it, either tolerate it, or learn to like it. DO NOT try to change him. If he’s constantly ignoring you for that hobby of his, tell him.
3. When you hug the boy, hold tight. It doesn’t hurt to rest your head on him either.
4. Compromise for movies. Watch his favorite movies and he’ll give in for the movie you want to see.
5. Sometimes pay for the date! I know guys hate this, but if he takes you out constantly, it’s more than likely he’s going to be poor! Treat him sometime. Even if you just buy the snacks!
6. Hold his hand!! Even in the mall when you have a ton of bags, hold his hand.
7. Don’t run away from his favorite stores, if you don’t like them! Watch him. Gift ideas!!
8. Any time your guy gives you a compliment, don’t just roll your eyes. He means it, and you should smile and say thank you.
9. Guys are pressured to have sex. Stupid society. Anyway, if you want no sex in a relationship, tell him before things get too complicated! You can compromise too. If you are uncomfortable with something, STOP.
10. “Fine” or “whatever” is not an appropriate ending to a conversation. Only makes matters worse.
11. Life isn’t a drama or a movie. This is real life, people. They don’t often come with a sword, armor, and a white steed.
12. NEVER EVER kick them in the place below the belt. Even in a fight or argument, just don’t do it.
13. TRUST HIM. Don’t scream when he looks at another girl. We know you were goggling at the cute guy that just passed. It’s nature. Don’t dig through his phonebook, and hey, guys can have female friends just like girls can have male friends. If this makes things awkward, talk about it.
14. This should go without saying. Love him for who he is! Don’t worry about what others think. Don’t try to change him into what’s cool and hip. Some compromises can be made, and tell him that if he ever has a problem you changing him, to tell you.
15. In an argument, just because society stereotypes women as being smarter, more mature, and men as dumb and immature, doesn’t mean you are always right.
16. Listen to him. Even if it’s something you don’t want to hear. Good communication is key.
17. Cook. It may sound stereotypical, but a lot of guys like having a meal cooked for them. A lot of it is the thought, but if you truly are terrible, then maybe this isn’t one you should try. If you know how to cook, maybe teach him, or you both can learn together.
18. Sing. Many girls underestimate how well they sing. You don’t have to be able to sing 10 octaves or whatever. Don’t be embarrassed to sing in front of a guy, just let yourself go a bit and have some fun.
19. Dress modestly. Guys are very visually oriented and get distracted easily. The modest girl is always more likely to be taken seriously in a relationship.
20. Just like girls want girl time, guys want guy time. Giving your guy space to hang with his friends is not only fair, but it shows you trust him in a way.
21. Respect the guy for who he is, not because he earns your respect. Guys relate to each other on a respect level, and if you want him to open up to you, he has to know that you don’t look down on him.
22. Let your guy take pictures of you. He may not admit it, but that picture will probably be with him always. Even if you think it looks horrible.
23. Don’t always expect the guy to be the one to call. It is okay to call your boyfriend on occasion, and it shows him that you care about him and are thinking about him. And don’t get upset if for some reason he doesn’t have time to talk. He does have a life
24. Remind him that you appreciate all the sweet little things he does for you. Let him know it’s not all in vain.
25. If a guy uses a key to let you into his car, reach over and open the door before he gets to it. I know this may be common sense to most girls, but you know, some do not do this. It’s a tiny little action that can make a guy go “hey, she’s considerate.”
26. Let the guy open the door for you or do any other chivalric action. He’s fulfilling your wish for a gentleman, don’t deny him the chance to do something nice for you. Thank him! You are doing all these wonderful things for him, let him return the favor.
27. Communicate with him. Tell him directly what’s on your mind. You can always hope that he’ll get your subtle hints or body language, but if it’s important, you’re better off using words.
28. Sometimes you have to take the initiative. Don’t always wait for him to come to you, because if that’s how it always is, you’re going to lose him.
29. If they buy you jewelry, wear it around them, even if you don’t like it. They will appreciate it, because it’s the thought that counts.
30. A word of appreciation now and then regarding his protective/kind/chivalrous
attitude will go miles toward the end. You won’t regret it.
31. Get him little gifts and surprises too, it tells him that we do think about him and he gets something he wants out of it.
32. When you are talking to a guy you are interested in, lean in, touch his arm or hand, while your talking. physical touch communicates interest and value.
33. Whether it’s from across the room or while your talking let him know that you are only interested in what he has to said. so look into he’s eyes and smile.
Ladies if you just do half of the things on this list, you are on the right road to a good long lasting relationship. Try to effectuate as many of these suggestions as possible over a period of time. Men want to be loved and wanted just like women. Remember they are humum just like you and they have feelings just like you.