
Cheers to 2025
Every New Year holds promise, as though it is any different from the turn of
“To be loved, to be listened to, to be desired, to be respected, to be needed, to be trusted, and sometimes, just to be held”
Every woman is uniquely different and beautiful.
Today I am in a generous mood and I want to do the men a favor, yes I am kind like that.
The ladies should nudge their men to read this because I am about to speak your mind. If you have been having difficulties putting into words what you want from your man just send him this article. Say something like; see what I found on the blog, apt right?
P.s make sure he reads it to the end.
A lot has been said about the female gender and the seemingly unsurmountable expectations we have of the gender that betrayed Jesus.
Well, I am about to put your speculations to rest, help you avoid some drama and douse your curiosity of the female mind.
This list is drawn up from experiences; personal, shared and told.
Many men are in a fix in their relationship because they never asked nor took the time to observe the women in their lives before making assumptions and drawing conclusions based on hasty generalization. After you have messed things up, you then ask, what do women really want? While scratching your head.
Let’s get some facts right- I want to avoid “Jolade said”, ‘she did not say’. We all know men hear only half of what women say, that is me being generous with my assertion many of you don’t even assimilate a quarter what is being said yet you wonder why the women in your life are always upset with you.
Fact 1– one size doesn’t fit all- that it worked with woman A does not mean that it would work with woman B
Fact 2 – Women are not difficult to understand- anything else is a myth. yes, I said it.
Fact 3– Do not assume- when in doubt ask! No, don’t ask another woman, ask the one you are assuming about.
Fact 4– women don’t need to be fixed- she is a capable well rounded individual.
Fact 5– women are not objects- that speaks for itself, doesn’t it?
Whilst it is true that women want different things according to their taste and preferences, I am glad to inform you that there is a general consensus! What more? The ten tips below will transform your perception and understanding of the women in your life.

A woman wants-

There you have it menfolk! Easy, right? All it takes is being intentional and willingness to learn. Remember where I started from, each woman is uniquely different but I can tell you for free that the list up there is the truth.
Every other specific tailor made want of the woman in your life is predicated on the ones listed above. If you truly want to meet the needs of the woman in your life or the woman you’d like to have in your life, it will take time, effort, and trust.
Don’t say I didn’t do anything for you!
Cheers,
Jolade

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21 thoughts on “What do women really want?”
Akin, you got me intrigued. I created that time to read this and I must say, its Apt.
I’m definitely sharing.
I scored myself 5/10 on what women wants. I sure have a lot of work on my hands. I used to be romantic before we got married but after marriage, it was about getting the money and food on the table. That romance life evaporated fast. On some of the wants I scored myself half over 1.
If you’re 10/10, please let Akin know so you can lecture us on how you do it…lol. Interesting read from a strong demanding woman.
The cares of every day living can really throw a spanner in the works. But can we be more intentional? A tiny little bit perhaps?
The best thing is to do away with them, do away with women, they are a pain in the neck.
I hope you are practising what you are preaching?
Sometimes, one can’t really tell what a woman want but then, real women want all aforementioned. Thanks for this sir
On a scale of 1 – 10…..8 for me…Well-done Boss
Very enlightening. Great piece..
THIS IS PERFECT( SORRY FOR SHOUTING). THIS IS BEAUTIFUL. I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT. THIS JUST SUMS IT.
Nice one Jolade, sure I’ve learnt something extra . I can’t fault anything on that list as am more convinced with the submissions of some.ladies on the writeup. Time to get to work. Nice one sis
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Very insightful. Thanks.
Glad to hear this.
This is sooo insightful.This right here practically sums up everything I want. It would be nice to have the men’s version of this too so we can also make the necessary adjustments to meet our men halfway. Jolade has always done Justice to whatever she decides to write about. It would be nice to see the face behind the keyboard… Lol! Thank you Akin for the platform.
*forgive my typos, my phone be dragging keyboard with me.
Forgiven! Long before you asked.
All the points are so true, funny enough I know about 70% of this. Since getting married and having kids, my perspective has changed because of the responsibilities. It is now time to make a conscious effort to make my wife happier than she presently is. Thank you for this article Akin.
You are most welcome buddie. Knowledge is light
True
This is so true. I am definitely sharing this.
Women are wonderful creatures. Nice piece.
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