How Training a Man and Training a Puppy Aren't that Different

By Lisa Hayes. Posted on Aug 3rd 2011.

You’ve got to understand how his head works - which by the way, is not the same way yours does.

5. Don’t get a man if you don’t have the time to devote to training. Obviously some men require more training and others less. However, all women are different, so no matter what, he’s going to need to learn how you want to be treated. If you don’t have the time or energy to invest in a relationship, don’t hop in haphazardly. You won’t get the behavior you want or the love you’re looking for.

Lisa Hayes C.Ht. is the author of the book, How to Escape from Relationship Hell. She is also the host of The Relationship RX Show. For more information and resources about marriage and relationships visit www.escapefromrelationshiphell.com or subscribe to her FREE newsletter Relationship RX.

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