Both men and women do things that drive the other crazy — from leaving dirty socks on the floor beside the laundry basket to leaving makeup all over the sink. While these negative habits can make or break a relationship, the good news is that there are positive habits both sexes bring to the table, too. If you’re a man who does these things regularly, there’s a good chance you’re going to drive women crazy — in a good way.
1. Helping around the house
Speaking of leaving dirty socks on the floor, women love it when you take on your share of the chores at home. You might not be used to doing this — maybe your mom still cleaned your room for you until you left home — but adopting this habit can go a long way in keeping your partner happy. Next time you see a chore that needs doing, take the initiative and get it done before she gets to it.
2. Replying to her text messages in a timely manner with more than one word
What are your texting habits like? Are you someone who prides themselves on replying to messages immediately, or do you get easily distracted and forget about them for a few hours? Women love it when you’re quick to respond to their text messages. It shows them that you care and are interested.
3. Calling her up on the phone
How often do you talk on the phone? If you’re like everyone else these days, then you do most of your communicating through text. Texting is faster, but if you want to drive your woman crazy, pick up the phone occasionally and let her hear your voice. She’ll love the extra effort you’ve put into getting in touch with her.
4. Remembering to put the toilet seat down
Again, if you’re not domesticated, you might not be used to putting the toilet seat down after you use it. However, if you want to impress your lady and show her that you respect her, make a habit of this. Women love a man who can clean up after himself and remember basic manners like this.
5. Dressing up for her
Maybe you’re not the type to dress up, and your partner has an event coming up that she’s invited you to. You don’t have anything suitable in your closet and don’t want to spend money on new clothes. However, putting some effort into how you look when you attend an event together will go a long way for her. It shows her that you care about and support her interests.
6. Opening doors for her
Many women these days appreciate their autonomy and are happy to open their own doors, but there are still a few out there who appreciate it when a guy does it for them. The fact is, chivalry isn’t dead, and showing courtesy to her in situations like this is going to drive her crazy.
7. Surprising her
Most women love being surprised, even if they say they don’t. Whether it’s for her birthday, Christmas, or just because, doing something special for her that she doesn’t know about will show her that you care and are thinking about her. Take note of what’s special to her so that you can make it even more meaningful.
8. Cooking for her
Traditionally, men expected women to be good cooks and to be able to cook for them. The tables have turned these days, and if you want to drive a woman wild, you’ll need to brush up on your culinary skills. Most women appreciate a man who can make dinner for her — it’s a way to serve her that makes her feel unique and valued. Take note of her favorite dishes so that you can blow her out of the water.
9. Getting to know her friends
When a woman has several close female friends, she usually relies on them to give her feedback about the men she dates. She’ll take this feedback on board and decide who she dates as a result. One of the best habits you can create to drive a woman crazy is to spend time with her closest girlfriends. This is a win-win situation—she’ll appreciate your effort, and they’ll be impressed, too.
10. Being a good listener
It’s such a simple habit, but it’s an important one. Women love it when they feel their man truly hears and understands them. It allows them to be vulnerable and indicates that you genuinely care about them. Being attentive goes a long way, whether she’s sharing something big or small.
11. Being willing to compromise
Every healthy relationship rests on several foundational habits. One of these is the ability of both parties to accommodate the other at times. Life isn’t fair, and showing your woman that you’re willing to make way for her needs at times indicates that you have emotional maturity.
12. Getting to know her family
If you thought her friends were important, her family is on another level. If your partner is close to her family, she will prioritize time with them, and she’ll hope you’ll want to do the same. Take the initiative and organize time to be all together. This way, they can get to know you and feel more comfortable with you.
13. Having good hygiene
Every woman has standards for what she expects in a man, which are different depending on the woman. However, there is a basic level of cleanliness that you need to carry if you want to drive your partner wild. Shower regularly, wear clean clothes that are washed regularly, and try and smell nice. It’s that simple.
14. Being able to make her laugh
Yes, good looks will get you a lot of dates, but you need to be able to back these up with a good sense of humor. Women love it when a guy is funny. According to research cited by PsyPost, it’s one of the most important qualities a man can have!
15. Being authentic
You might be nervous when you first take a woman out on a date. As a result, you’re not being your real self. However, if you want that woman to say yes to another date, it’s essential to overcome the nervousness and work on being as genuine as possible.
