Being comfortable with your other half is wonderful, however, you might
have unconsciously picked up some habits along the way that turn him
off. Here are the top 10 traits we think you should steer clear of.
10: Over-analysing everything
Let’s
face it, men really aren’t that complicated. So if a guy says, ‘I’m a
bit busy right now. Can I ring you later?’ chances are, work’s really
quite hectic. One kiss in his texts instead of the usual two doesn’t
mean he’s gone off you, and a surprise cup of tea doesn’t mean he’s
feeling guilty. So give men the benefit of the doubt, take things at
face value and you’ll save yourself a heap of stress.
9: Wearing too much make-up
We’re
all for making an effort, but caking on too much slap risks bringing
out your inner drag queen rather than your secret sex kitten. False
eyelashes, fake tan and hair extensions all have their place, but a girl
can look fab without resorting to these tricks. Far much better to
enhance your natural beauty instead of hiding it, and remind him how
gorgeous you really are.
8: Shop till YOU drop
If a man
is lucky enough to share his life with a girl, chances are he has to
share it with a massive shoe collection as well. Dragging him around the
sales for hours, splurging obscene amounts of cash and then taking up
valuable storage space with your spoils can drive him up the wall. While
retail therapy can soothe many a crisis, perhaps leave your partner at
home next time!
7: Taking forever to get ready
Even if
the end result is a vision of beauty, it takes a very forgiving man to
shrug off a three-hour wait. Men understand women want to look their
best, but are perfect nails and expertly smoothed dresses really
necessary for a visit to your local curry house? Being ready quickly
will show how laid back you are, and give you both more time to have
fun.
6: Gossiping
According to scientific types, a good
gossiping session is a way of bonding and triggers the release of
endorphins, those hormones that make us feel happy. This is all well and
good, but when it descends into a bitching fest it can be a turn-off.
And if the focus of the gossip is someone the man knows too, it can be
very awkward next time he sees them.
5: Pinching other people’s chips
No
one’s going to judge a girl if she orders her own plate of chips, or a
dessert for that matter. But if you virtuously stick to a salad and then
proceed to demolish the tasty stuff from the plate opposite, it’ll
raise a few eyebrows. Go on - order the chocolate pudding if you want
it. And don’t worry if you don’t want to share!
4: Obsessing about weight
Women
are bombarded with images of perfect beauty, so it’s no wonder fretting
about our appearance is an hourly past-time. But even though it might
not seem like it, men just aren’t as interested in our bingo wings as we
are. If you radiate self-confidence, no one’s going to notice those
extra three pounds you put on recently.
3: Nagging
‘Have
you paid the gas bill yet?... Are you EVER going to fix that shelf?’
Women have a habit of going on in such a way that the more they nag, the
lower the chance their man will ever do whatever it is they’re being
asked. The solution? Do it yourself! Failing that, ask sweetly and
sparingly, and lavish him with gratitude when it eventually gets done.
2: Talking too much
It’s
official - us girls love to chat. In the ladies’ loo, at the gym, at
the pub – we have something to say most of the time. But while no one
likes an awkward silence, it’s worth remembering your man is not your
sound board, like your best friend might be. He doesn’t care quite as
much about Julie in reception’s b00b job, or the fact that you’ve been
searching high and low for spring’s must-have colour block skinny jeans.
Stick to subjects that will interest you both and ask lots of questions
– especially when you’re getting to know each other.
1: Probing men’s inner thoughts
You’re
snuggled up on the sofa, enjoying a rare moment of peace and quiet. And
then comes THAT question – ‘What are you thinking?’ You’re only trying
to foster the atmosphere of intimacy and perhaps hoping for some proof
that you’re the centre of his thoughts. But his mind may have already
wandered to yesterday’s football scores and he’ll have to lie to keep
you happy. Compliments are lovely, but if you wait until he chooses to
dish them out, they’ll be that much sweeter..
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