Relationships

I Polled My Guy Friends: Do Men Want Valentine’s Day Gifts?

Two months ago, it seemed everyone was on board with it being better to give than to receive. Yet as we turn the calendar from St. Nick to St. Valentine, it’s far more common to encounter dynamics of love that resemble a one-way street.

By Alina Clough2 min read
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Of those in relationships, men are more likely to give than to receive when February 14 rolls around. Many women avoid giving out of a fear of looking clingy or desperate, often feeling uncomfortable with the idea of what may feel like role reversal, but is this hesitation really warranted? Like any serious researcher, I called up the guys.