Reminder. Every man is different. I cannot hold them to the actions of their fellow selfish creatures. I have to give them a new chance each and every time.
I need to take it easier on men. They're these rather linear creatures who have to move in specified blocks of behavior. They want someone to show them something outside of this.
I'm a girl. I have a lot more freedom, at least when it comes to self-expression. I just need to remember that these guys around me, devoid of their big cars, and jobs, and muscles, and plans, are just souls passing through that would like to be listened to, really listened to, for a minute or two.
They need compassion, and sympathy, and loyalty, and the intuitiveness that a woman is capable of.
This isn't about some contest or challenge where someone comes out on top and gets a prize.
This is about not being afraid to put yourself on hold and pay attention to someone else.
When it comes to being coddled or pampered, I have everything I need already. I live well and am happy.
So I'm just going to start enjoying giving, and listening, and relaxing and caring. I have nothing to lose and everything to gain.