When you start dating someone new, there’s a period of mutual discovery. You’re learning about each other’s hopes, fears, and personalities. However, sometimes this discovery phase can include something more unsettling: tests. Some men, consciously or unconsciously, will push a woman’s boundaries early on. They do this to gauge her self-esteem and see what they can get away with.
These tests are often subtle. They’re disguised as jokes, preferences, or simple mistakes. But they are a critical indicator of a man’s character and his respect for women. Recognizing these tests is the key to weeding out potentially controlling or disrespectful partners. Here are seven ways men test a woman’s boundaries to see if she’s “weak.”
