10 Traits That Make You A Great Girlfriend

Er, note to all women.

10. She’s independent

No one wants a girlfriend they have to baby-sit. Once in a while, like if she’s had a
rough day at work, it’s great to be her shoulder to cry on, but if she can’t seem to
function without you and is constantly after you, she will eventually make you feel like
you’re suffocating, which is a surefire way to get you running out the nearest exit. On
the other hand, if she has her very own personality and opinions, can stand on her
own two feet, both financially and emotionally, and is able to enjoy time away from
you - while still missing you, of course - then she must be a great girlfriend.

9. She’s intelligent

I hate to be the one to tell you this, but the bimbo routine gets real old, real fast.
Instead of being the one in total control, you’ll find yourself trying to figure out what
she’s really thinking behind those glazed eyes of hers - or if she’s actually thinking at
all. An intelligent woman will constantly surprise you and keep you on your toes. She
won’t let you get bored of her. Besides, it’s nice to have something to talk about
between all that chandelier-hanging sex.

8. She’s sexual

While we’re on the topic, a great girlfriend has to be sexually compatible with you.
For instance, if you’re into S&M and she’s more the “fluffy lingerie” type, that’s a
problem. The two of you have to be on the same page - or, at least, she has to be
willing to wear leather and use a whip from time to time. Of course, this doesn’t imply
that she has to know all the right moves straight away; it simply means that you and
she have an undeniable attraction toward each other, and are able to communicate
your desires verbally (or with physical cues). It is important that you please each
other in the bedroom, or on top of the dryer - whatever the case may be.

7. She’s beautiful

I know, this one is kind of obvious, but important nonetheless. A great girlfriend will
not only want to look good for you, but also for herself. She should always look her
best and be well put together - matching lingerie is a definite plus. You have to be
proud to have her on your arm and enjoy the sight of her in any light. And this doesn’t
mean that she has to be a Heidi Klum clone. Remember that beauty is in the eye of
the beholder, so if you think her full bottom or uncontrollable curls are beautiful,
you’re allowed.

6. She respects you

This is a biggie. Your woman must respect you. This means that she listens to you,
even if she doesn’t necessarily agree with what you’re saying. And, of course, she
never tries to demean or belittle you in any way, shape or form. A great girlfriend
won’t ever cause scenes in public or in front of your friends and family, and will
always wait to discuss matters with you in private. If she respects you, chances are
that she will behave in a tactful and diplomatic manner in most situations, which is
definitely a good thing.

5. She lets you be a man

Do not - I repeat - do not get involved with a woman who tries to get you to eat
cottage cheese and fruit for breakfast and insists that you give up poker night with
the guys. You will end up resenting her more than you can imagine. A good girlfriend
lets you be a guy in all your glory, poker night and all. If she’s a great girlfriend, she’ll
even bring you and your buddies a couple of beers and make you some of her
famous sandwiches. She has to understand that men and women are different and
should allow you to be yourself. Just like you wouldn’t deprive her of going shopping
with her best girlfriend, she shouldn’t expect you to give up the guys for her.

4. She’s nagless

There is nothing worse than a nag! A great girlfriend knows this and chooses her
battles wisely. She knows when to speak up and when to let it slide. You don’t want a
girlfriend who will give you hell for leaving a couple of dishes in the sink occasionally.
However, if you live together and you stay out all night without calling her, and she
lets you have it, then you’re setting yourself up for disaster. This is a situation that
nobody would let slide - not even a great girlfriend.

3. She gets along with friends and family

A great girlfriend will not only help your mom in the kitchen, listen to your dad’s
stories and hang out with your friends, but she will enjoy it. She’ll make a real effort to
get to know and love the most important people in your life. And she won’t try to get
you to ditch your best buds. She’ll actually empathize with your brother’s getting
dumped and suggest that you guys take him out to cheer him up. Not only that, but
your friends won’t roll their eyes and moan when you mention that she’ll be joining
you guys when she gets off work (yes, women like this do exist).

2. She loves you

If you have found a woman who loves you for who you really are and not who you
pretend or try to be sometimes, you should definitely hang on to her. A woman who
doesn’t try to change you is hard to find. Of course, all women have their slightly
annoying habits that their mate has to contend with, but if she really loves you, she
will be able to cope with these. Another way to know if she really loves you is by
observing the way she looks at you and treats you on an everyday basis. If the sight
of you doesn’t seem to faze her either way, and she doesn’t really seem to care
about what you have to say, she’s either playing very hard to get, or sees you as just
some guy. But if a surprise visit or phone call from you makes her light up, there’s no
denying that she loves you.

1. She makes you want to be a better man

Stop making that face… any man who has a great girlfriend or wife will tell you that
she makes him want to be a better man. She doesn’t have to say or do anything; it
just is that way. If you suddenly feel bad about how you treated your sister or find
yourself trying to get your finances in order, you might want to think about your
motivation for doing so. It could be love