7 Things Women Should Never Do in Front of Men

One of the greatest benefits of being in a deep, meaningful relationship with someone is gaining that level of comfort that only time and experience can provide. But with that comes some behaviors that should be off-limits, no matter how tried and true the relationship is. This isn’t about things like passing gas or waxing your upper lip. Love and respect runs much deeper than that and as wives, God calls us to a high standard, “A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.” Proverbs 31:10. We are emotionally wired creatures and revealing certain behaviors can often have a more damaging effect on our man’s view of us than we could have ever imagined. Here are some things we women should never do in front of men.

Doubt Yourself

Women are often (unfairly) criticized for being indecisive. While it’s totally okay to be unsure of things, it becomes less okay when we drastically change our minds (or conversely can’t make up our minds) on life’s more pressing issues. Avoid making rash decisions and take the time you need to sort through the decision, but make sure you are thorough and thoughtful in your logic so you aren’t tempted to change your mind. And don’t be afraid to stand behind your decision, even when the odds are stacked up against you. A decisive, self-assured woman is always appreciated by our men.

“Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6

Lose Your Temper

There is absolutely a time and place to get angry. It’s not an emotion that should be stifled or hidden, but it should be reserved for only the most warranted of situations. Recognize the difference between being angry and losing your temper. Anger is reached after thoughtful consideration and examination of all circumstances. Losing your temper happens spontaneously, prematurely and often before understanding all aspects of the issue. Next time you find yourself on the brink of losing it, refrain from taking action on it and give yourself a few moments to collect your thoughts (or even sleep on it) before making any rash conclusions.

“Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to get angry.” James 1:19

Get Overly Jealous

It’s okay to get a little jealous of your man from time to time—after all, God is jealous for us, too (Deuteronomy 4:23-24). But we need to be careful and not let our jealousy over asinine things spiral out of control, as over time, it can be a cancer in a relationship. The more you express your jealousy, the more your husband is going to take measures to avoid unwarranted confrontation from you and that’s not the kind of marriage you want to be in. Trust is the cornerstone of a healthy marriage and by trusting our husbands we are showing them our love and support in the best possible way.

“Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.” Proverbs 12:25

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