I like men who don't treat me differently just because I'm female. I like it when I'm treated like a human being who's strengths and weaknesses aren't automatically determined by gender.

I also like men who are nurturing, kind, and non-aggressive (unless absolutely necessary for self defense etc.). I do like strength and protectiveness if it makes me feel safe and not patronized. I guess I prefer the more passive/follower type because I'm an alpha/leader type and I clash with other alphas.

I like all of the above in my boyfriend. But I also like his beard, how he simply holds me when I'm upset, how he accepts me and actually likes me for not falling directly in the traditional female gender role or even considering myself truly 100% female, his patience, and his ability to listen and compromise.

I also appreciate that he accepts me warts and all but still challenges me to improve and become a better version of myself. I'm not being forced to change or to change into anything I'm not, but it helps to create positive change in your life if someone will still accept you if you initially fail.