Men in relationships: decoded, dissected, and slightly roasted
In relationships, men come in a variety of species, we'll call them. Depending on their individuality, we can actually lump them together in groups, helping us to handle them a bit better (for the lack of better words). Read on - You might be living with one of these species...
Here are the types:
1. The Gamer: Relationship second, Fortnite first. Will cancel dates for online tournaments. This is annoying at all ages, but it really is concerning if it continues past age 21.
2. The Romantic: Surprises and flowers always. Might be making up for past mistakes. Or maybe he's just sentimental. Be grateful. And weary.
3. The Fixer: Thinks he can solve all your problems. Will "improve" your life whether you want him to or not. Sometimes yay, sometimes nay. Learn to simply tell him when you don't want a solution. He can't also be a mind reader.
4. The Clingy One: Attached at the hip – literally. Will text "where r u?" every 5 minutes. Says his goodbyes before heading off to the restroom. As if he's going to war. Not my jam. I had a boyfriend like this once. 😬
5. The Independent: Loves you, but loves freedom more. Might "forget" to tell you about his weekend plans. Independence is one thing, but lying in order to meet that independent desire is a whole nothwr problem. Handle that, sister.
6. The Mama's Boy: Still takes mom's advice over yours. Mom might still do his laundry. I had one of these too. On the one hand, you're glad he's close with his mother. How he treats her will give a glimpse into how he'll treat you. On the other hand, you can't finish a sentence without finding out that he's already called his mom and they worked out a solution - sans you, the wife.
7. The Peter Pan: Refuses to grow up. Video games and pizza for dinner are his love language. This one is cute in a way, for about two seconds. You'll have to listen to stories about high school non stop, as if you're still living it. It's a bit creepy, if you ask me.
8. The Control Freak: Needs to manage every aspect of your life together. Including your schedule and wardrobe. Taking care of things as the man is hot to many women, but controlling what she wears?! (See my red flag blog post - and run. Fast and far). Nuff said?
If you're lucky, he's a mix of the good ones (Romantic + Independent = perfect?). But let's be real, he's probably a little bit of all these types – especially after you've lived together for a week. Keep in mind, ladies, as you navigate this relationship and his 'species' - that your species is likely not the most perfect. What matters is his intentions and how he makes you feel. 🫶
until next time...
Mama Gnome, A.K.A. Eliza
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