I
admit that men know little or nothing about women, and I’m
no exception. I do know that stereotypes are insulting and
that the “traditional” role is not representative.
However, there are still theories about how women are
different from men. After all, the sexes aren’t identical.
In romance, for example, certain qualities, traits and
values appear to be stronger in women than in men. I’m aware
that all generalizations, even my own, are myths and that a
man’s perspective is of little use to women. Nevertheless, I
can’t help asking, “Is there any validity to these
myths?”
1. Visual stimulation.
When forming attractions, women supposedly rely more on verbal
stimulation while men emphasize the visual. But the
21st-century woman is likely to demand articulation and
appearance from a suitor. A man who can talk the talk must be
prepared to walk the walk. Women do check men out — and more
often than not they do it overtly. Hiding the gaze behind a
fan, a veil or lowered lashes is a thing of the past.
Objectification isn’t dead; it’s been reconstructed as a
two-way street.
2. Physical strength.
We’ve all heard that women are more emotional and less
physical than men. But this myth has been clearly disproved in
business, politics, sports and the military. Why not in
romance? Was there ever a historical moment when a woman
couldn’t match a man in bravery, in chores and in the
bedroom? Of course not. So don’t expect a woman to be more
weepy or sentimental than a man. Be assured that
pound-for-pound she’ll keep up with a man’s strength,
endurance and stamina. Your
match is on Match.com