Needs That Men Have That Some Women Just Don't Understand.

Men want to be complimented too.

Men understand that they need to regularly compliment women for the most part. What sucks is that they tend to miss out on getting complimented as well. Most men won't ask you to compliment them but they will absolutely appreciate one every now and then. It doesn't have anything to do with the compliment. It's more about the fact that the woman actually notices him and the things he does. That's what makes him happy.

Men have a sensitive side too. You just have to give them a chance to show it.

The big tough guy image that men have has been glorified so much in the media that if he shows his sensitive side he may be seen as effeminate. The truth of the matter is that most men are sensitive, they just don't reveal it right away. When men hurt, they feel it just as deeply as a woman. If you look past the machismo you will find that men are emotional and caring too. Once you discover his sensitive side, it will bring on a whole new level of your relationship.

Men like to be silent and think about nothing.

Most men prefer to have quiet time to just get lost in themselves every now and then. They like to zone out and just stare off into space. It may seem weird or a waste of time but it actually helps men to relax and think clearly and calmly. If you see your man drifting off into space it is best to let him have that moment because they mean a lot to him.

Men struggle to remember the finer points.

Men have deep feelings and if you have the opinion that they don't you have probably had the displeasure of meeting the wrong men. While men care, they are not really very good at remembering fine details. They might forget your friend's name but they will never forget how much that friend means to you. When you begin to understand this then you can just remind him. Trust me, he will appreciate that a lot more than if you get pissed off at him for forgetting.

Men don't always want to lead. Sometimes they want to follow you.

Not all men want to be the leader. Some are very happy being followers. Society's constant need to portray men as fearless leaders has likely influenced your image of guys. Your man might be more than happy to be led by you. All you have to do is say so. By getting rid of the expectation that he is meant to lead you can do away with unneeded expectations that can hinder your relationship.

You should flirt with him as well.

Men love it when a woman flirts with them. It really makes him feel like the woman is confident enough to express her interest in him. Not all men are intimidated by strong women. For those men, a woman who initiates flirting can feel like an angel sent from heaven. This also applies to shy guys as well.

Men want to be treated as they are, not as they are told to be by society.

The whole concept of males having to "be a man" is one that gets played up far too much in today's world. If women can be whoever they want to be then why can't a man? It is perfectly fine for a guy to feel vulnerable if he has a breakdown and begins to cry. It's more than okay if he is more afraid of something than his woman is. Men don't need to societies definition of a man. They need to be who they are!

Be straightforward. Don't just drop hints.

Tell it to him straight. If something is bothering you, just tell him. There is a good chance that he will do everything in his power to make things right. If you think he is just supposed to understand what you want without ever telling him, you are just setting yourself up for unhappiness. It's fine if you feel that way but just remember that you can't be upset if he doesn't get it when you never tell him what "it" is.

Male pattern balding is actually pretty terrifying to men.

Men tend to go bald as they get older. You know it and so do they. Believe it or not, this actually scares most men. As a partner, you should be considerate and supportive of his feelings on the matter. The best thing you can do is to make sure he knows that it's okay. Do this and they will be happier with their hair loss before you know it.

Men worry about their looks just as much as you do.

Men are people too. They care just as much about their appearance as you do. They just don't show it. They might even pretend that they don't like looking good. Know that this is a front. They love it when you notice how good they look. Drop a compliment every now and then. it will make him appreciate you that much more.

Men mean what they say for the most part.

When most men speak, they mean exactly what you heard them say. Men tend to shy away from being expressive but when they do talk, pay attention to what they are talking about. For the most part, they tend to be logical and to the point when they speak. Pay attention and take them at their word.

Ego isn't always what drives men. Some guys really are fragile.

Guys can be sensitive without having a huge ego. They feel pain and get hurt and it isn't about having an ego. Some guys are just more sensitive and emotional than others. You have to realize the type of person that he is and try to avoid treating him like anyone else. He has different needs and you should understand that.

Men want emotional support and backrubs too.

Men want to be pampered just as much as women do. When they are having a bad they love getting hugs and being comforted. Emotional support shouldn't just be reserved for women. Guys want it too. More specifically they want it from you, their partner. You might be the only person in the world that he feels safe being vulnerable around so it really helps if you care for him the way he is expected to care for you.

Men also get harassed sexually.

It's a well-known fact that women get sexually harassed. The fact of the matter is, so do men. Society tends to only focus on females getting harassed but it happens to guys all the time. They just rarely say anything about it because they are taught to hide their feelings and feel that society will just tell them to get over it. If your guy reveals that this has happened to him, pay attention. He may be telling you that he is broken and in need of fixing that only you can provide.

Not all men are driven by sex.

This might be the worst stereotype that men have to face. In truth, women are just as interested in sex as men. While men might be blunter in expressing this desire, that doesn't mean it's what drives them. They are just as interested in who you are as a person and what your personality is. Sex is important but not every waking moment. Once you realize this, you might open a whole new world for your relationship.