10 Key Qualities Every Woman Should Look for in a Partner (2 of 6)

2. He’s assertive

You should look for a man who is willing to tell you what he wants. This is essential for any relationship to survive. The problem is, a lot of guys won’t do this. They might wish you would give them a back rub or foot massage, but they have difficulties with communicating their needs and desires. Ultimately, healthy couples aren’t afraid to tell each other what they need in order to feel loved and appreciated.

3. He believes in an equal partnership

If you’ve ever felt like you weren’t treated as an equal in the relationship, it’s most likely because your partner wasn’t treating you with mutual respect. For thousands of years society was highly paternalistic, with women having virtually no voice in regard to economic, political, or even sexual matters. Times have changed, and you deserve to be with a guy who doesn’t feel the need to dominate you.