You’ve snagged your dream Virgo man. How can you make sure he only has eyes for you—and stays that way? These five qualities will make sure he stays interested for the long haul.

I want to share one of the most popular topics I talk about with my clients on the subject of their Virgo men: commitment.

Now, commitment is a strong word. And for some, it’s a scary one! It means he’s in it for real, he sees a future with you, and hopefully there’s a diamond ring headed for your finger.

As Beyoncé (a very hard-working, perfectionist Virgo herself) says, “If you like it, then you shoulda put a ring on it!”

So, how do you keep a Virgo man committed and interested?

Before we get into the reasons he sticks around, remember that Astrology is an ancient science, and even the late, great Princess Diana used the guidance of a professional astrologer for advice.

Your sun sign is very important, but remember, a person is made up of all the planets that rule them. Virgo is ruled by Mercury, and Mercury represents communication, rationality, and reasoning, as well as adaptability. Mercury also rules the nervous system.

Let’s take a look at why a Virgo man will stay committed and interested in you!

5 Reasons Why Virgo Men Stay Committed And Interested

1. You Don’t Jump Right Into Bed

Virgo men really treasure women’s innocence; in fact, they find it a beautiful quality. The more “virginal” you are, the more committed and interested he’s going to be.

DON’T have sex straight away, or the relationship will probably not last long. If you have, you really need to make the time you spend together more about a meeting of minds than physicality.

If you haven’t slept with him yet, make him wait! You can tease him here and there, and foreplay can be really drawn out, but don’t give your “honey” away to him too fast. Let him really desire you, and he’ll respect you more for it.

Also, DON’T tell him about the sexual partners you have had in the past. Let’s put it this way—for every sexual partner you speak about, you “lose a point” in his mind. He really doesn’t need to know.

If he asks, you can simply say that you don’t want to talk about the past and would rather concentrate on the now.

If he carries on asking, ask him to respect your privacy—and he should.

Often, a Virgo can understand if you only believe in sex after marriage (if that’s true), and this should really pique his interest!

Also, when it comes to dressing, don’t give too much away. Keep your dignity and let him use his imagination.

This is not the kind of man that necessarily gets turned on by leather catsuits and leopard miniskirts.

2. You’re His Intellectual Match

You need to stimulate his mind. Virgo men really live in their heads, and they are always analyzing everything.

Once you tap into a Virgo man’s mind and make him realize that the two of you are similar thinkers, he’s going to find you irresistible.

Soon, he’s going to want to spend more time with you, picking your brain, asking questions, and trying to figure you out.

Never give too much away at once, though. Let him discover you slowly.

It turns him on to realize that your brain adds so much value to conversations.

Stimulating topics for your Virgo might include literature, nature studies, exercise, keeping fit and healthy, and work.

You can even suggest a few games of chess or Trivial Pursuit.

Show him you can keep him on his toes mentally, and you’ve got him!

3. You’re Independent

You need to have your own life.

Virgo men are introverts that recharge in their own space. Whether that means hitting the gym, playing on the computer, quietly listening to music, or taking a hike in the woods, it’s his time, and he doesn’t want to be bothered.

If he sees that you are an independent woman who doesn’t always need him around, that will make a great impression.

He needs his space, and if you give it to him, he will return to you like a rubber band. He will start to miss you more and more and will treat the time you have together as more precious.

Give him “time off,” get busy, and have your own life, and your Virgo man will commit that much faster!

4. You Take Care of Yourself

Virgo men are very much about the beauty of the human form. No matter what you look like, if you are putting an effort into the shape of your body and overall aesthetics, he will recognize and admire that.

He can’t help but notice when things are out of place. If you show up on a date with greasy hair, a funky smell, and baggy clothes, he’s going to have two thoughts: “What is she thinking?” and “I’ve got to get her out of here.”

Unless you have the metabolism of Nicole Kidman and Heidi Klum, you’re going to have to hit the gym (and let your Virgo man know about it). It’s not about the result—it’s about the effort.

If you hate the gym, walk for 30 minutes a day, or go to your favorite dance class, or get into a yoga routine. You’ll feel great, and he’ll notice the love you give to yourself every week.

This applies to food, as well. Choose healthy, yet still delicious, items on the menu when out together for lunch or dinner. He’ll take note—and you’ll feel great afterwards.

Virgo men commit to situations that seem healthy for them, and this kind of attitude toward your body will make that easy for him.

Read next: Virgo Man Behavior In A Relationship: What to Expect

5. You’re Not a Wild Card

Virgo men love routine, structure, and order. In fact, they go crazy when their carefully laid out plans go totally out of whack!

He is looking to commit to a stable woman who is consistently rational and level-headed. He cannot handle emotional outbursts at all.

Virgo men can only see themselves with a wife that does not give them a hard time or act like a drama queen. Those qualities shut him down.

Never act on the spur of the moment with a Virgo man unless it’s to do something fun. Even that is hard for him, as he dislikes surprises, but occasional spontaneity is fine. He likes to control all situations.

It makes him feel safe and comfortable to know what to expect in the relationship, and if you go crazy with waterworks and expect a huge emotional response, you’re not going to get it.

Instead, take a few calm breaths and speak to him rationally about any problem that may be bothering you.

The calmer and more stable you are, the surer he is that you aren’t going to surprise him with emotional outbursts—and then he’ll want to commit.

I hope these insights help you understand the Virgo man in your life and get him to commit—and stay committed.

Why have him for now, when you could have him FOREVER? ?

Take this fun, simple quiz to see if you and your Virgo are compatible!

Your friend and relationship astrologer,

Anna Kovach