What is a man? For centuries, this issue raises a lot of times, and always replies to it were different. "Man is what he is reading," - says the poet Joseph Brodsky. "The character of a man says to his speech," - in turn says Menander, the Greek playwright. A writer Mark Twain said: "Clothes make the man. Naked man has no influence in society. "

For starters, there are several common features inherent in the masculine gender. Although the role of men in every culture is designated a number of different, there are basic characteristics that are present in almost every representative of the masculine. And regardless of whether these are manifestations of masculinity rather positive or negative, it really is what makes a man who he is.

The physical aspect

"Only a man who knows what to suffer defeat, can reach the depths of your soul and find the particle strength, which helps to win an equal opponent." Muhammad Ali

To compete for food, fight hand to hand or throw each other challenge in the sports arena, the men have to be physically fit. Physical strength - this is the most primitive, but it is one of the most prominent male characteristics, which affects everything from survival to sexual preference. Health and masculinity makes men attractive potential partner for the opposite sex. Also, the strength and physique men are important factors in society and the business community.

The professional aspect

"Happy is the man who, like Ulysses, has made a nice journey and won the Golden Fleece, and then returns, experienced and knowledgeable to spend rest of his life with his family." Joachim du Bellay

At all times, the ability and the desire to ensure the life of a man who depends on it, is the primary sign of masculinity. If the man in the role of breadwinner uses a combination of physical fitness, intelligence, wit and ambition, it will be successful. Regardless of geographic location or social situation in which there are men, they work in the first place, to feed his wife and family and provide them with an atmosphere of comfort. It is generally accepted role of a man in the social system, and it is difficult to withstand the test of every man.

The sexual aspect of

"I have always believed that every woman should be married, and every man - to remain a bachelor." Benjamin Disraeli

When it comes to partnerships, many argue that men need women less than women in men. By virtue of tradition, for a man is more acceptable than for a woman to remain celibate in adulthood. The desire to be independent and free from any pressure - a typical male trait.

In many cultures in the search for a pair of men play the role of initiator, which is pursuing its own interests. And although it is now the practice seems outdated and primitive, it still is the most important part of the process of courtship in contemporary society. In fact, the image of men's independence is so common and even eulogized in popular culture that encourages hundred and married men aspire to such independence. So, before you get married, every couple should be aware of the difficulties one way or another stand in her way, and that they both are firmly convinced that they want this union now and forever.

The emotional aspect

"Feelings do not have to be logical. Dangerous is the man who rationalize their emotions. " David Borenstein

The habit of denying your emotions Emotions and culture: how to decipher the emotional code   fixed in men with earlier years. The phrase "men do not cry," concludes the statement. No matter what the situation was not a man, he should not give in to the emotional impact that has on various circumstances. The ability to suppress their feelings allows a man to maintain an objective view of the situation and to continue the fight. A man must make rational decisions, regardless of whether the problem is minor, such as interpersonal conflict, or catastrophic, such as a bloody battle on the battlefield. This means that a man needs someone who can be trusted - a mentor, a brother, a friend - to throw out the emotions and feelings that one can blow a man inside.

The intellectual aspect

"In my opinion, does not mean to be an intellectual to understand the intellectual questions: it means to enjoy the discussion." Chinua Achebe

It is known that men rely more on their intellectual abilities than on emotion or intuition. Using reason and logic helps men look at the situation objectively and to respond to it effectively. We consider only the facts, and the feelings are not sufficient basis for decision-making. Education and learning are considered important aspects of male development.

  It seems that modern science has reached such heights that easily allows you to calculate the outcome of any relationship. Specialists in psychology argue that the identity of the person is easily amenable to analysis and there are tests that tell what character traits you possess, for whom you'd better get married, in what area to build a career, and even on how compatible you are with your partner.

Indeed, it would be nice to know from the start, whether you come to each other, and what pitfalls to expect from the relationship.

It remains to know whether these are true miraculous tests.

What are the tests?

These tests there are so many, they are diverse, so it is popular. Select the test you can either: one that like in shape and one that suits the content.

Some authors propose to introduce himself and the object of love in some soap bubbles and analyze those colors, which appear in your imagination. Others offer to pass the standard test with a set of standard questions and answers. There are tests, and those that give results based on your drawings, poems, associations and even kisses.

These tests are based on research and development on a copyright. They can be classic and original emphatically.

As a result, you get a strict verdict: to be or not to be. Sometimes authors even offer solutions to problems and the correction of your relationship. But more often it's just a short "you're compatible," or "between you have nothing in common."

Where to look for such tests?

The most simple and affordable way in our time - this is the Internet. Thousands of sites offer hundreds of different versions of these tests, you only score in the search box cherished words. Most of these tests are similar to each other as two drops of water, and the results even in the same test can vary dramatically.

In addition, there are special books, collections of various tests developed by psychologists. They can be purchased at almost any store and pass on their own.

Another option - to see a specialist. Psychologists, specialists sotsionike have sufficient information in the field of personality typing and analysis of the relationship, they will offer a few tests that can help you sort out your relationship.

Believe it or not?

To believe or not to believe in this test - a purely personal matter. But before taking a serious decision and should listen to your intuition and reason.

It should know that any typing, any generalization - it is a guarantee that the result will be with errors. As there is a certain type of personality in the pure form, and there is no relationship, about which we can say that they are promising or hopeless.

Also, keep in mind that all these tests sometimes come up with people with questionable knowledge of psychology. This particularly applies to the Internet. It is likely to go to a website where all the information is taken practically "from the ceiling" and not supported by any scientific evidence.

Tests that offer trust their instincts, images that pop into your mind, just can not be 100% accurate. Without the supervision of an experienced psychologist can not properly interpret and analyze what you see or feel.

Is it possible to see into the future?

Of course, what - what sense we can predict the development of various relations. During the-first, is to trust your feelings. If there are some moments that make you think that a person who is currently with you side by side, standing guard.

All kinds of tests will help you analyze potential problems and discrepancies, which may be between your personality types. But this decision must always be for you.

If a test promises you a heavenly happiness until the end of life, it does not mean that it will. Any relationship is impossible without some controversy, men and women. If you know the results of that are absolutely incompatible, and the source is not in doubt, that is the test made or carried out an experienced, it is not a sentence. Just in your relationship, it may be a bit more problems than it would be with another man. But you - you know that, if desired, all the problems can be solved, and nothing is impossible.

On the way many obstacles to happiness. The desire to know in advance what awaits you in the future - is understandable. None of us wish to lose time with a person with whom there is nothing in common. And yet, love really works wonders, despite all the predictions and tests. Exceptions enough to trust yourself and not what they say the stars or psychologists.