Basic Care and Feeding

[elliondrk]

1. Basic Care and Feeding
You may want to read this: elliondrk.dreamwidth.org/4743.html

2. Communication Tips
The only tip I really have is that subtlety doesn't work on me. Period. If something needs to be said, please come out and say it.

3. Communication Quirks
It is a good idea to pay attention to my eyes and how/where I hold my hands. How I hold my eyes shows what kind of mood I'm in. If I'm doing something "formal", I usually steeple my fingers, cross them, or switch between both. If that happens, I'm listening, or I'm ready to say my piece.
I don't use subtlety. Bear this in mind.

4. What you need from friends
Honesty pretty much above all else. I also like it when friends see my side to situations, as opposed to doing the whole "You're wrong, shut up." thing. One of my closer friends does this, and it is beyond irritating.

5. What you need from family
Same as above, but some distance is to be kept. I love my family, but being 25 years of age, I like having independence. My sister is a little different though; she's my best friend.

6. What you need from significant others
Honesty and open communication. Feedback in certain areas is appreciated.
Hearing the words "I love you". It may seem simple to some, but to me, it means a lot.
Oh, and cuddles; lots and lots of cuddles.

7. Warning Signs
It would depend. Again, pay attention to my eyes. If I'm aggravated, I hold them differently. They'll be narrower, and I won't blink as much. If I'm standing up, my posture and stance will shift. It will look like my feet are in the shape of an L, usually the left foot forward. My shoulders will go profile. My hands will be open, and at my sides. If I'm sitting down, a hand will be around my chin or mouth, much like interviewers do when they're bored.

8. How you show love/care/affection
I listen. This is a big one. Many males don't do this.
I will keep my SOs' and friends' interests in mind. If a gift is given, it will likely be an item of their interest.
SOs' only: Cuddling, kissing, and anything else that comes to physical touch.
Sarcasm for one and all.
Also, Bro-Hugs do not count as hugging.

9. How best to show love/care/affection to you
Allow me to tell my side to things. This is important. Even if I am wrong (and I will admit such), allow me to give my side to situations. It will make me feel better.
Keep my interests in mind.
If I'm having a bad day, please don't run away. This usually makes it worse. If I need to be left alone, I will say so.
SOs' only: Cuddling, kissing, and anything else that comes to physical touch.
Again, Bro-Hugs do not count as hugging.

10. Final notes
While I'm mostly easy-going and laid back, I have a horrible temper. It takes a lot to set it off.
How to avoid setting it off:
*Do not upset or hurt my SOs.* Warlord Prince Smash will be automatically authorized without an order.
Don't be a raging dick. I can tolerate people being dicks to some degree, but don't be downright rude, out of line, or nasty.
Don't be a bigot. Seriously. This isn't the time of our grandparents anymore. Grow up and have an open mind.

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Thought I'd say hi, mythochromos sent me. :)