2. A man who doesn’t criticize your taste.
“My ex constantly criticized what I liked and enjoyed, whatever that may be. My current boyfriend may not understand my hobby, but he’s okay with it. I like the fact that he lets me be who I am,” said a young woman in her early 20s, enjoying her freedom. A man who can respect and value your lifestyle also provides an environment in which you can feel safe in being yourself. If you have suffered verbal abuse from your ex in the past, it’s particularly important for you to find a man who doesn’t put you down.