<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Choice has replaced necessity in the context of needing men in women's lives.Women are whole and do not require men to complete them, but may desire them as companions.Both men and women can enrich each other's lives in relationships when rooted in their own value.Women may seek emotional intimacy, growth, and love with men without feeling flawed or unworthy.Acknowledgment of past betrayals or hurt from men may make it challenging for women to trust, but healing is possible.Males, like females, can overcome flaws, and both deserve loving and respectful relationships.The query 'Do we really need men?' urges women to reflect on their ideals and redefine connections based on quality.A man's presence or absence should not determine a woman's identity; relationships should be about shared progress and respect.Women should not be defined or saved by men, but walking with a man can be a rewarding and valuable journey based on mutual belonging.