Things That Guys Love To Hear
Jun 25th, 2008 | Author: The Fly Guy | Category: The Chronicles
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“Say it again baby.” Privately, that’s what goes on in the mind of a man when a woman says just the right thing. And whether you know it or not, there are a handful of surefire words and phrases that a woman can say to prompt a guaranteed positive response from her date. So today’s entry is dedicated to the beautiful women who faithfully read the Fly Guy. If you ever find yourself searching for the right words over dinner, then try using one of my Top Three Things That Guys Love To Hear. If used properly, your stock with him will rise higher than the US war debt in Iraq.
1. I’m Proud Of You.
Who doesn’t enjoy the occasional stroking of one’s ego? For the average man, that seems to ring especially true. So whether your man got a promotion at his job, or he just happened to finish first in his fantasy football league, then let him know that you’re proud of him. By occasionally feeding his ego, you’re making him feel as important as Bobbi Kristina’s therapist. (Come on now…as crazy as Whitney and Bobby are, you really thought that child didn’t have one?)
2. Thank You.
There are many men who believe that chivalry is about as outdated as Sinbad’s wardrobe. This train of thought comes from a general belief that women no longer appreciate a nice guy. There are still more than a few men out there who choose to indulge in the courtesies of dating however. If you happen to find one, I’d advise you to show him you appreciate his gentlemanly qualities by saying thank you for his acts of kindness. If he pays for dinner, say thank you. If he opens a door for you, say thank you. If you compliments you on how beautiful you are, just say thank you. This is music to his ears, and actually encourages him to be more giving of himself in the long run.
3. Can You Give Me Your Opinion On This?
I saved the best one for last. Nothing makes a man feel more useful than to be asked for advice. It makes him feel as though he’s truly an important part of your life. It doesn’t matter what it is that you need. You may be pondering a career move, or you’ve been having trouble talking to your parents about the way they still treat you like a child at 32. Whatever it is, by saying that one little phrase to him, you instantly make him feel that much more invested in your life and the relationship as a whole. There is a catch though. This strategy may not work if you’re trying to get his opinion on which outfit you should wear, or if he thinks your best friend is jealous of you. Just thought I should warn you…
The Fly Guy Moral- The esteemed philosopher G.I. Joe once said and I quote, “Well now you know, and knowing is half the battle.” Which is precisely the case, now that you have been given a peak into the psyche of men. But you only have one side of the story, and if we stopped right there, it would leave you more imbalanced than Lindsay Lohan during a sobriety test. So next week we’ll focus on the things that guys hate to hear. This should be fun…
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well i did my part, i told my husband thank you last night for making dinner…lol
I told my boyfriend “thank you” for washing a sink full of dishes last night after dinner. I also told him that I appreciate that he always does the dishes after I cook. To that, he said this, “a real man does the dishes after his woman cooks a meal..”
Can I get an “Amen”?
CB
“the things guys hate to hear”
can’t wait to read that one =]
1 & 2, I can work with. I actually do say both of those things. #3..eh…that’ll take some work.
hmm nice.
I’d feel awkward telling a guy I’m dating “I’m proud of you,” I’d probably settle for “that is so… cool, pretty impressive.”
Hopefully their interchangeable (^_^)
I have another thought on this…
I don’t think there should be an issue about saying any of the above to the guy you’re seeing. There’s nothing wrong with telling him “I’m proud of you”, it’s always good to say “thank you”, and as for asking for an opinion, why not? I ask my bf’s opinion all the time and he ask for mine. It’s a little give and take. Think about it, as women, wouldn’t we like to hear the same things every once and a while?
Just a thought…
CB
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Okay, #1 is probably more for someone you’ve been with a while. To tell a new date you’re proud of them might come off a little weird. (We’ve only been out twice and you’re already invested enough to feel pride for *my* actions?)
Now, #2 & 3 are so money. Us girls need to understand that guys need to feel like guys. As far as we’ve come in the women’s lib movement and are completely independent, men still need to feel like a man, like they can still provide, protect, etc. “I can’t open this jar, can you help me?” Trust me girls, it works.