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What does it mean?
One rooster serves ten hens well, but ten men struggle to satisfy one woman.
In plain terms
It is easier for one man to satisfy many women than vice versa.
What can you take from it?
Gender dynamics can differ in expectations.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • historical contexts

Putting it to work

  • understand different needs
  • respect differences

Questions to consider

  • How do expectations differ by gender?
  • What makes satisfaction mutual?

Another view

This view may reflect outdated stereotypes.

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