Where are all the good men hiding?

A good man is hard to find. Women go on dates to hunt for a good catch, but are unsuccessful. The reason for this may be because women don’t know what to look for in a man. Women should have a mental list of all the things we want in a man. In this post I have provided a sample mental list of things that characterize a good man. Be mindful of this list and don’t sell yourself short on anything you want in a man.

The most important thing to keep in mind while on the hunt is that men show you who they are right away, but most women don’t realize what they see until later. Think with your mind, not with a heart desperate to fall in love.

Here is a check list of characteristics of a good man:

No Baggage-No attachments to ex girlfriends, side chicks or flings. A good man will respect himself and his new woman by not bringing past relationships into his new one. He cannot be friends with his ex. A genuine platonic friendship with an ex lover is unrealistic. If once there was intimacy or an attraction, it isn’t hard to start that fire back up again. If he is unable to burn bridges with his past lovers then he is not ready to move on to you.

Educated-Education is still the key to success. A man who values education is a man with good values. An educated man is a well rounded man, well verses and intelligent. Women like an intellectually stimulating conversation every now and then. An educated man also has the potential to be a good father in the future.

Job-Love won’t pay the bills, put food on the table, or put a roof over your head. We live in a real world where money is a necessary for survival. Not only is a stable income a necessity, but it also reflects a responsible man, hard working and dedicated man. Good work ethics is a characteristics of a good man. A man may not have college degrees, but if he is a hard worker and reliable, that may be all you need!

Goals-A goal oriented man is a good man. Goals reflect ambition, optimism and good self esteem. If he has a plan for the future then he is the type of man that needs to be in your future!

Family Values-Notice his outlook on his family. Is he respectful to his mother? Does he get along with his siblings? Is he helpful around the house? These are all key things to keep in observation. A man treats his wife the same way he treats his mother. If he is the type of man that makes time for his mother, values her and cares for her, he is a man that is fit for a queen!

Integrity-I can’t stress this word enough. This word encompasses a lot and sums up everything you need from a good man. A man of integrity is a man of his word. If says the date’s at 8pm, make sure he is at your door at 7:55pm. A man of integrity is an honest man, to himself and to the world. He is a good son, brother, friend, and lover. He is loyal, reliable, and has morals. This last characteristic may take some time to witness, but its the best part because once you witness the goodness in a person, you have found yourself the one-and let the love begin!