rather than "doormats" who sacrifice their own needs to please them. Key themes include: The Attraction Principle

This doesn't mean a woman should be boring or have no opinions. On the contrary, it means she possesses emotional intelligence. She doesn't create storms where none exist. She is a safe harbor.

The book argues that men are more likely to commit to a woman who maintains her own life and values rather than a "nice girl" who becomes a "doormat" by being too accommodating. Why Do Men Marry Bitches - CLaME

Based on hundreds of interviews with men, the book outlines why a man views a woman as a long-term partner rather than just a casual date: