What Type of Man is Right for Me?

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Butterflies, crushes, soulmates…love makes life exciting! But how can you find a man who’s sure to make your heart soar?

We all have a type. Identify yours, and you’ll be one step closer to finding the perfect guy for you. Don’t wait to find the man of your dreams. Click “Start Quiz” and discover your type now.

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1. What’s the one thing your partner has to have?
  1. Emotional intelligence (meaning, he has an understanding of his emotions and yours).
  2. A great sense of humor.
  3. A masculine energy.
  4. A strong mind.
2. Cut to 5 years from now. You're:
  1. In a hip, Brooklyn apartment, attending gallery openings and concerts.
  2. Surrounded by friends, hosting amazing weekly game nights and dinner parties.
  3. At the top of my career, in a fully furnished home, absolutely crushing it.
  4. Nose deep in a book, learning constantly and conducting research.
3. Describe your dream date.
  1. We get deep and go through the 36 questions that lead to love.
  2. We go dancing and have an absolute blast together.
  3. My date treats me to a gorgeous, romantic 5-star dinner.
  4. We go to a bookstore and each pick out a great novel for the other to read.
4. More than anything, how do you want to feel with your partner?
  1. Connected.
  2. Joyful.
  3. Taken care of: emotionally, physically, and financially.
  4. Inspired.
5. What look do you absolutely love in a man?
  1. Hip, funky style. Doc Marten’s shoes and band tees are my favorites.
  2. A great smile—I love a charming, disarming grin.
  3. Muscles. Fit guys who work hard to take care of themselves have my heart.
  4. Elegant clothes. If he’s got glasses, a turtleneck, and a tweed coat, I’m there.
6. Who was your high school crush?
  1. The artistic loner.
  2. Mr. Congeniality.
  3. The star athlete.
  4. The class president.
7. Choose a love anthem you relate to:
  1. Moon River by Andy Williams.
  2. Walking On Sunshine by Katrina And The Waves.
  3. Umbrella by Rihanna.
  4. Such Great Heights by The Postal Service.
8. Pick something romantic that you’d love for a man to tell you:
  1. “I see deep into your soul.”
  2. “I just want to make you happy.”
  3. “I’m going to take care of you forever.”
  4. “I love the way your mind works.”
9. What would you hate in a relationship?
  1. If he wouldn’t open up.
  2. If he was too serious and stiff.
  3. If he wasn’t chivalrous.
  4. If he wasn’t willing to have a friendly debate.
10. Which romantic gesture would make you swoon the most?
  1. Him surprising me with a love poem or serenade.
  2. Him showing a genuine interest in my friends.
  3. Him doing the dishes or taking out the trash without being asked.
  4. Him reading my favorite book.
11. Which Disney character is most crushworthy?
  1. Kristoff (Frozen)
  2. Prince Ali (Aladdin)
  3. Li Shang (Mulan)
  4. Milo Thatch (Atlantis)
12. Pick an afternoon activity:
  1. Record store and thrift shopping.
  2. Rollerblading through the park.
  3. A home improvement project that leaves my pad looking perfect.
  4. A stroll through the history museum.

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Attraction: Types, Pheromones, & Romantic Patterns

Does everyone have a “type”? In short, yes, most people do. [1] Research shows that people seek out partners with similar personalities to their exes (I know, scary thought!). Using the Big Five personality test, researchers determined that we tend to seek out the same persona again and again—but that’s not the full story. In general, we also look for partners who are similar to us. So in short, your “type” is probably a lot like you, and your exes probably are, too.

But not all people are so quick to limit themselves. Some were less likely to seek out a specific romantic type—namely, those who scored high on extraversion (friendliness) and openness.

Attraction & Lust: Believe it or not, what happens in our brains during romantic attraction is different than that of lust, or sexual attraction. Your brain releases chemicals associated with its reward center and produces feelings of giddiness and euphoria (sound familiar?). You may also experience physical symptoms, like sweating and a pounding heart. [2]

On the other hand, lust is all about sexual gratification and fulfillment. When you experience feelings of lust, your body will release sex hormones, like estrogen and testosterone.

Pheromones: You may not realize it, but when it comes to attraction, your nose is doing a lot of the heavy lifting for you. Your crush’s pheromones, or his super subtle smells, can also contribute to your attraction to him. [3]

Physical Signs of Attraction: Flirting is a universal, human mating call. One that tells another person, “Hey I’m interested. What do you think?” Some flirting signals are intentional, while others occur subconsciously. [4] Pay close attention during your next conversation, and you might spot dead giveaways: eye contact, initiating conversation, laughing, and maintaining physical proximity. [5]

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References

  1. ↑ https://kinseyinstitute.org/news-events/news/2019-09-13-romantic-type.php
  2. ↑ https://www.wisdomonline.org/blog/lust?lang=English&srsltid=AfmBOoqMmD1W95UOsZ0nbBlqfDSCWxUckyluMnr94VPtLWZawx0CKiPa
  3. ↑ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3987372/
  4. ↑ https://news.ku.edu/2015/02/12/just-time-valentines-day-research-defines-more-behaviors-reveal-romantic-attraction
  5. ↑ https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/body-language/22-examples-of-body-language-attraction/

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