The Lady's Yes (Elizabeth Barret Browning)

This poem reveals a criticism of all the chauvinist practices of the time. A strong and independent woman is represented when she said yes to a man one night, but the other day she said no. Consequently, this woman also gave her some advice to keep in mind when he is courting a woman. 

"Learn to win a lady's faith 
Nobly, as the thing is high;
Bravely, as for life and death ---
With a loyal gravity."