How to think like a man

How to think like a man

 

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It is said that men are from Mars and women from Venus, so there is no doubt that the two genders sometimes have difficulty understanding each other. Boys and girls are brought up differently, which can lead to big differences in how they think as adults. If you're craving a better understanding of a man's point of view or just trying to have a fun experience, the tips below will help! Remember that many things differ depending on one's culture. If this article can help you, it's wonderful, if not, be humorous...

 

 

 

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Think like a man at work

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Stop thinking of your colleagues as your friends. Men value the feelings and thoughts of those close to them, but care less about those of colleagues and acquaintances. On the other hand, women expect everyone they spend time with to be open, fair and honest  [1] . In a standard professional context, these different expectations lead to disappointment and confusion among women.

 

 

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Speak louder. Whether you are attending a departmental meeting or making a presentation to a small team, you need to speak up in front of the group. Men tend to speak more often in front of large gatherings in order to preserve their social rank and demonstrate their verbal ability. Tell a story, joke, or give a presentation that demonstrates your speaking skills and your mastery of the facts  [2] .

Women are known to be good communicators, but they do so in a way that facilitates friendly contact. In a competitive professional context, this can be to their detriment. When men speak, they pause less  [3] and care less about how their audience feels.

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Analyze situations objectively. Men are more likely to put their feelings aside in order to make practical decisions that are based only on facts. In contrast, women tend to make decisions based on how others are going to feel and based on their own intuition  [4] . Use charts, diagrams and accurate data when making a trading decision.

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Don't be afraid of STEM. For a very long time, people have been told that science, technology, engineering and mathematics are masculine disciplines, while art is a feminine discipline. Challenge yourself to show that your gender is not a barrier to your STEM skills. Keep up to date with scientific advances, watch an episode of Cosmos and try new gadgets, games or computer applications  [5] . If you are a student, commit to a scientific path.

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Become aware of your strengths and limitations. If you don't feel comfortable on a project or you don't want to respond favorably to a small request from a colleague, dare to say no  [6] . Men are not the type to do extra work. On the other hand, if you want a promotion, more responsibilities or a new position in your company, inform your superior explicitly  [7] . Don't be afraid of being seen as demanding or pushy.

Women often have a hard time saying no to additional responsibilities because they don't want to appear lazy and are genuinely more willing to help others than men  [8] . To think like a man, try to forget these tendencies and realize that saying no is not a sign of laziness, but of strength and self-respect.

The men think they deserve their salary and they seek a raise  [9] . When it comes time to ask for a raise or negotiate your salary, be assertive and believe in yourself. Act as if it is part of your rights.

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Adopt the attitude of a man

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Communicate openly and honestly. Women often beat around the bush and express themselves more subtly than men. Men, on the other hand, tend to share their thoughts directly or spontaneously. Share what's on your mind in an unambiguous way. Don't hint at a problem. Stay direct and state exactly what you think and feel  [10] .

Be honest with yourself and your partner. If you want to be more committed to your relationship, let your partner know. Conversely, if you want this relationship to remain superficial, make sure that you and your partner are on the same page.

Men tend to speak less in private than in public. Try to build your relationships by doing rather than talking.

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Improve your spatial representation. Men have a better ability than women to represent objects or spaces. This is because men have a thinner parietal lobe (the area that processes visual information) than women  [11] [12] .

Model building, lego games, or sports like soccer will help you think more spatially  [13] . You could also draw a map of a place that is familiar to you.

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Don't worry, everything is fine. Men worry like women, but women continue to worry long after men have stopped. To think like a man, let go of minor marital problems, family worries, or troubles you can't resolve at your workplace  [14] [15] .

To worry less, try to devote some time to your concerns. Stop surfing the Internet and try to exercise more. You might also find an activity that requires active engagement on your part in order to distract you, such as reading or painting  [16] .

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Prove your independence. While people like to feel wanted, they also like to know that their partner can help themselves. Men are used to acting and thinking  independently . Showing that you can take charge of yourself at work and in your social life will improve your self-confidence and show others that you are a capable and independent person.

Financial security can play a big role in feeling independent and living an independent life. Women are often expected to bring only additional income to the household and care for children, while their male partner is primarily the breadwinner of the household  [18] [19] . Make sure you have solid financial security in order to build an independent life.

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Stay in control of your emotions. If your gut tells you to scream, cry, or get angry, hold back. Patiently count to 10, then try to look at the problem or conversation from another angle. Women's brains are more prone to expressing and remembering emotions, so it's important to temper emotional instincts if you want to think like a man  [20] .

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Express yourself physically in a romantic relationship. Touch allows feelings to be expressed in ways words cannot. Men's brains devote twice as much space to sexual thoughts as women's  [21] . Physical affection is a good way to make your intentions clear and show your love to your partner.

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Don't focus on the details. Women tend to dwell on small moments that men don't remember. Men don't notice or quickly forget things like arguments, flippant comments, or mild slights. Try not to obsess over your negative experiences and let things  go .

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Focus less on your appearance. Women are surrounded by messages suggesting that they should look perfect. Men are not subject to such pressure to conform to superficial standards of beauty and therefore tend to have a better body image  [23] . To think more like a man, learn to accept your body and your appearance. Don't worry about your imperfections.

Stand in front of a mirror and say to yourself, "I'm awesome." Do this every day until you really believe it.

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The brain is extremely malleable. Over time, you may change all of your attitudes, beliefs, and mental  tendencies .

Hormones play a large role in determining male and female thought patterns and behaviors  [25] .

 

 

Warnings

There is no right way to think like a man. Male individuals are extremely diverse, both in time and space. Try not to stereotype the way men think.