It is important to understand that this is not about dominance or control. A woman does not want anyone to limit her freedom or dictate rules. She is looking for support, encouragement, and understanding. She wants to have a person next to her with whom she can allow herself to be weak, tired, vulnerable, and not feel like a burden.
A strong man is not the one who forces a woman to obey, but the one who allows her to open up completely: to laugh, cry, make mistakes, dream, and take risks. He gives a sense of security and confidence, allowing a woman to be herself.
The irony is that it is often women who seem independent and unyielding who are looking for this support especially strongly. They know the value of trust, and it is important for them to find a partner who will support them but not hold them back, who will be there but not control them.