I recently read an article entitled, “You Don’t Need a Man, You Need a Goddamn Warrior.”

The author tells strong women that having big dreams doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice the quality of our partnerships; it just means recognizing that what women want (and need) in a partner is more than an average, everyday man.

I am one of those women extremely determined not to let a single moment of this wonderful (albeit tumultuous) life go to waste. And that means not settling on any partner (friend or romantic) who isn’t also completely and totally in love with their life. As such, my standard for the men I partner with is HIGH!

So what does the modern “goddamn warrior” man look like … this evolved man who can … (read more on YourTango.com)