Family Quote by John Gray
“Men are motivated when they feel needed while women are motivated when they feel cherished.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus by John Gray, 1992
People are driven by different emotional needs: men seek purpose through being needed, women seek love through being cherished.
In simple terms: Men want purpose; women want love.
Recognize and honor each partner’s core need.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- team leadership
- parenting
- friendship
- customer service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show someone they are needed?
- How can you make someone feel cherished?
Assumes binary gender roles and may overlook individual variation.