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Home • Relationships

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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01
Listen to You

Knowing your guy listens when you’re sharing your thoughts helps to strengthen your bond.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
02
Love You in Your Love Language

If you don’t receive love in your language, you may never get the message of how much you’re truly loved.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
03
Handwritten Love Notes

This is something I consider to be one of the most romantic gestures one can make. Deciphering his penmanship may be a separate issue!

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
04
Take Initiative

Ambition is sexy and it can be conveyed in many ways, but surely the best way to demonstrate this trait is by showing initiative.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
05
Nothing Compares to You

We all have Exes and nobody wants that comparison or ones to fictional characters. So, fellas, please no Claire Huxtable comp grids!

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
06
Tolerate Your Friends

We can’t like everyone, but he should be able to enjoy an evening out with your crew without fleeing the scene.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
07
Look Good

Staying healthy for his own good is important, but when he is hitting the gym to look better when you rip his shirt off, that should put a Kool-Aid smile on your face.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
08
Show Up On-Time

You know exactly how important you are to someone based on the respect they show for your time.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
09
Obey Your PDA Rules

I’ve found there are two distinct and passionate camps on this; either for or against public displays of affection. Whichever side you’re on, he should be there, too.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy
10
Never Break Your Trust

I often say it’s easier to find someone to love than someone to fully trust. Nothing will make you happier than respecting your trust.

10 Things He Should Do to Make You Happy