The more a woman does not need a man in the traditional
ways, the more she needs his romantic attention and affection.
Even when a woman chooses primarily to be a mother and is
dependent on a man for physical support, she still needs a
man’s romantic affection. The whole thinking of women in the
last thirty years has changed dramatically. Romance is at a
premium.
WHAT A WOMAN NEEDS
When a man opens the car door for a woman, he is not doing
it because she can’t. He knows she is quite capable of opening
the door herself. He does it to show her he cares. He does it to
say, “I understand how much you give, and tonight let me
give to you.” He does it to say, “You are special. Let me show
you how special you are to me.”
When she gets this message again and again on a date, she
begins to relax and glow. She feels happier and more fulfilled.
Why does she feel so fulfilled? Because a deep hunger or need
is being met. It feels good, it feels nurturing, because it is. It is
exactly what she needs and he is happy to do it. After a long
day at home or at work, taking care of the needs of others, a
woman has many needs. This is a list of what modern women
need.
A WOMAN’S NEEDS
She needs the attention of someone who cares about her.
She needs the help of someone who wants to take care of
her needs.308 / JOHN GRAY, PH.D.