Relationships

Do Women Actually Want Respect? If We Do, We Have A Funny Way Of Showing It

In a perfect relationship in a perfect world, both men and women would treat each other with equal amounts of respect. Unfortunately, we don’t live in a perfect world, and there’s no such thing as a perfect relationship.

By Meghan Dillon3 min read
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Though everyone deserves the most basic forms of respect, deeper forms of respect are earned. This truth is often a tough pill for us to swallow, but it’s essential for any healthy relationship. It’s common for women to demand respect in relationships, but that’s difficult in a culture where we don’t respect ourselves or our partners.