News Desk Report: In an era where relationships are increasingly shaped by technology, shifting gender roles and complex societal expectations, one question continues to spark debate among both men and women; Awake News explores an answer to this question “Do men truly know when they have a good woman?”
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Relationship experts, counsellors and everyday social observers say the answer is not as simple as it seems. Many argue that while some men recognise and appreciate the value of a good woman, others only come to that realization when it is too late often after losing her.
A “good woman,” according to counsellor and family life coach, Mrs. Esther Kwakye, is not defined by perfection but by commitment, loyalty, emotional support and genuine partnership. “She is the kind of woman who stands by her partner during difficult moments, encourages his growth, and nurtures peace in the home,” she explained.
However, the real issue, she added, is that such women are often taken for granted.“In many cases, men assume that a caring woman will always be there. Some do not notice the silent sacrifices, the emotional labour, or the daily acts of love until she steps back or walks away,” she said.
Modern relationship dynamics also play a role. Social media has created a world where distractions are endless and comparison is constant. Some men, overwhelmed by external influences or pressured by societal definitions of masculinity, fail to recognise genuine love when it is right in front of them.
“Men are conditioned to value what they chase, not what they already have,” says sociologist Dr. Daniel Sasu. “So when a woman loves quietly, supports consistently and remains loyal without making noise, some men overlook her worth. Ironically, they begin to appreciate her only after losing her stability, her kindness or her presence.”
But the conversation is not one-sided. Many men who treasure their partners say they do recognise a good woman and they do everything they can to keep her. They celebrate her strength, her intelligence, her hard work and her ability to bring balance into their lives.
Kwame Mensah, a young entrepreneur, shared, “A good woman is rare, but when you find one, you don’t need anyone to tell you. You feel her value every day. The real challenge is whether the man himself is prepared, emotionally matured and responsible enough to honour her.”
Ultimately, the question goes beyond gender. It challenges society to rethink how love is valued, how partners are appreciated and how relationships are nurtured in a fast-changing world.
A good woman, like a good man, is a gift not to be discovered only in absence, but to be cherished in presence. And perhaps the real test is not whether men know they have a good woman, but whether they themselves are ready to become the kind of partners who deserve one.
