Therapists have discovered 5 basic categories of needs that both men and women expect to be fulfilled in a happy marriage. Not surprisingly, men and women want different things from a relationship to work. Taken from a survey of thousands of participants, here are the results that may or may not surprise you.
The Man’s five most basic need tend to be:
- Sexual fulfillment
- Recreational companionship
- An attractive spouse
- Domestic support
- Admiration
The Woman’s five most basic needs tend to be:
- Affection
- Conversation
- Honesty and openness
- Financial support
- Family commitment
Although these categories may not apply to everyone, the vast majority of each sex do agree that the needs listed are their deepest ones when it comes to a happy marital relationship.
Do these results represent your views of a happy marriage? Do the results change your view of the opposite sexes needs in any way?
Excerpted from the book. “His Needs, Her Needs” by Willard F. Harley
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