Today I got to spend the day laying in the sun having a cocktail and chatting with old friends. Where the conversation came up about strong men and what exactly that means, which really got me thinking...
What is a strong man, and why do women want them?
In my opinion, being a strong man to a woman has nothing to do with being “yoked” or physical appearance at all really. It’s about balancing the softness of a woman.
I thought I could share some of my thoughts about it, as well as some photos that I think represent the softness of women.
To me, being a strong man is more about protecting her, not only physically, but with your words. It’s standing up for her against the world, as she shouldn’t have to do that alone. It’s making her feel safe, and that you always have her back. It’s uplifting her and supporting her, to help her reach her full potential... as well as being strong enough to tell her when she’s wrong (in private of course) and offering help to fix it.
Women are soft by nature, soft lines, soft hearts and soft souls. It’s how we were designed...
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We are fragile, but we are also fierce... more strength and resilience lies in the heart of a woman than most men can even fathom. And we need a strong enough man who can handle that fierceness, in all its beauty, as well as balance us.
A strong man is strong enough to be soft with her when needed, and allow himself to be vulnerable with her.
A strong man doesn’t find his strength in making her feel weak, or putting her down. His strength is found by protecting and encouraging, and never making her feel less than she is.
Because you know what makes a strong man, stronger?
A fierce woman standing next to him.
Because she will give him ten fold the support, encouragement he offers her, and will go down in flames to protect him.
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Strong men are those that aren’t afraid of strong women.. it’s why we fit together so well after all
Be a strong man, gentleman! Kiss her on the forehead, tell her she’s beautiful, protect her, support her, embrace her fierceness ... and you know, slap her on the ass occasionally so she knows you want her ;)
One of my favorite quotes
“Men think with their minds; women with their blood, which is tidal and flows at the discretion of the moon.” - Steven Pressfield 'Gates of Fire'
Xoxo 💋
Ananke
Photos are my own
That is a great quote! Explains why women confuse the shit out of me! 😝
Seriously, I do love what you have written though. I think finding that perfect partner, joined like twins, against the world, is the dream!
I have always remembered watching Escape from Witch Mountain (a movie) as a kid and always dreamed of finding my wife and having that kind of connection.
I know in the movie they were brother and sister... but you get the point. :D
Not really realistic. I guess I'm a dreamer.
Oh good! Because you men confuse the bloody hell out of me too! At least I can say I know what I want though 😜
And yes I agree, the best friend, partner in crime, teammate, etc... that’s the dream. I do totally get your point (and love that movie), just having that intense connection with another human being seems pretty perfect.
I can say that I am drawn to certain people for one reason or another.. and feel a form of that “connection,” so I know it’s possible.. but you know, all the other factors in the universe have to line up for that soul mate stuff. But it does seem pretty romantic 🙂
There is nothing wrong with being a dreamer, never lose that. ❤️
Hey, this is your 3rd post in the last few days. 😎
You really are 'finding your consistency '. Good to see!
I told you I was going to try! I may not always be so consistent, but I guess I have stuff to share lately and am having fun doing so. Working on some new photos this week as well and hope to share them soon. I’m still a pretty new photographer, so it’s really all just experimentation at this point. Btw your comments are what have made this fun so far 😉 Thank you!
Great to hear there is more coming!
The beauty of blockchain is the freedom to do as you please. You've got followers now that will be there when you do post. More followers to come I'm sure! Your style is fun and easy going. People will follow when they finally find you over time.
Btw you're welcome! 😝 The mood you've set makes it as much fun for me. I'm quite sure, as other people discover you, you'll have plenty of fun with this. There are A LOT of awesome people on here.
Besides all that... You had me at 'let's have a drink...' ! 😂🥂
Well yes, see I lured you in with the drinks.. It’s the gateway drug to “Ananke” .. and now here you are just commenting away, having fun with me 🙃 my plan totally worked..
I don’t have to post anymore, right? We could just keep this thread going forever 😜🥂
Seriously though, every single one of your comments have made me smile. Thanks for that 🙂
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