How To Tell If The Man You Love Is Really High Maintenance

You’ve finally found a man to love you. Don’t throw it all away by getting stuck with a high maintenance boyfriend. Learn how to identify the high maintenance signs of men and how to spot them early in the relationship so you can turn around and run before it’s too late.

1. He has too many things that he doesn’t do himself

Does your man have a long list of chores that he wants done around the house, but he never seems to be doing them? If you find yourself cleaning up after him while he sits on the couch, or if you’re always responsible for doing his laundry or picking up groceries, he might be lazy instead of high maintenance. But if you find that you not only do your own chores but his as well, then it’s possible he may just be a little bit high maintenance.

2.His hobbies cost way more than yours

If your man feels like it’s acceptable to spend $200 on a new video game that comes out once a year yet balks at your $50 yoga membership every month, he might be a little high maintenance. It’s important to remember that what one person considers a necessary expense is not going to be the same for everyone else.

3.He has too many needs you can’t meet

If he says he has needs, but never specifies what those needs are, it can be a sign he might be high maintenance. Men who aren’t high maintenance will tell you what they need instead of making you guess or figure it out on your own. They won’t make you play games and will always let you know what they want or need from you.

4.He takes ages to reply to texts or calls

If you’re texting a guy and it takes him forever to reply, it could definitely mean that he’s very high maintenance. You shouldn’t have to wait hours or days for someone to message you back! If this is happening, then you might want to think twice before dating him.

5. He takes ages to reply to texts or calls

6. He shows off in front of you

The high maintenance man is the one who will keep on showing off in front of you. He will always try to impress you and make sure that he is making his presence known in every situation he can. If a guy is being high maintenance, then you can be sure that he is going to show it by showing off all the time.

7. He only wants to go out when expensive things are happening

There are only certain times when a high maintenance guy is willing to go out with you. These are the times when there are some expensive places opening up or when there are some special events happening that he thinks would be fun for him. The rest of the time, he will be too busy to go out with you, even if it was your birthday or anniversary.

8. He leaves his chores to you

If your man isn’t pulling his weight around the house and is spending his time playing video games instead of helping out, then he’s definitely high maintenance. It’s one thing to want to relax after a long day at work, but it’s completely another to expect you to do all the chores while he does nothing!

9.He always needs to be the center of attention

You can’t go out without him complaining about not getting enough attention from you and others. He’ll get upset if you’re talking with someone else for too long because he wants all your attention.

10.He’s self-absorbed.

It seems like he only cares about himself and his needs. He doesn’t ask how you’re doing, what you need and what’s going on in your life. Instead, he just talks about himself nonstop.

11. He’s materialistic and greedy.

He can’t enjoy things unless they’re expensive, and he believes money will buy him happiness. He expects you to buy expensive things for him, even if you can’t afford them

12. He has to have everything his way.

A high maintenance guy will want everything done his way and no other way. When it comes down to watching a movie or TV show, there is only one acceptable option in his book, and that’s whatever he wants to watch. Even if you are just having a conversation, it must go exactly as he wants it to go. If it doesn’t, there’s going to be trouble.

13. He’s always on his phone

He’ll text you every five seconds or call you out of nowhere just to make sure you’re thinking about him. He’ll even go as far as sending a few emojis without any real message just so he knows he’s on your mind. You don’t want to disturb his conversation with his friends so you keep your cool and wait for him to get off the phone.

14.You need to make plans in advance

When it comes time for the two of you to hang out, he needs the plans set days in advance. You can’t wait until the last minute because he has to make sure his schedule is free for that day

15. Complains A Lot

If every time he opens his mouth it’s to whine about something, that’s a pretty good sign he considers himself entitled to getting what he wants when he wants it.

16.He Needs Constant Reassurance

Self-doubt isn’t necessarily bad, but if your significant other always needs you to reassure him about everything from his looks to his job

17.He is constantly late.

There’s nothing wrong with being chronically late unless it’s because he has to get a new outfit for dinner or take another shower because he wasn’t satisfied with his hair. If you find it difficult to make plans with him because he’s often changing his schedule at the last minute, this could be a sign that he’s high maintenance.

One of the best ways to spot a high-maintenance man is to simply look for the signs. While some men have no problems being honest about their neediness, others are more sly about it. Does anyone else see this sign? I think it’s pretty on point? The bottom line is, if you want something real and lasting, don’t waste your time with a high-maintenance man.