Dating is fun, but the typical end goal of dating is to get married. And before marriage, there must be a proposal. Every dating story is different. Some date for years before proposing, while others only last a few months. How do you know when it’s time to propose to your partner? Luckily, there are a few significant tells.
Signs It’s Time To Propose
1. You’ve Been Open About the Future
One clear indicator that it’s time to propose is that you’ve been open to each other about the future. You’ve talked about whether or not you want children, your goals, and other items that might lead to arguments in the years to come. You’ve even talked about marriage and your plans for commitment.
If there is something you haven’t discussed, such as specific values, we recommend speaking about those first. It’s best to clear things up before making a rash decision.
2. Communication Is Excellent
Another item to master before proposing to your loved one is communication. As anyone will tell you, one of the most critical items in any relationship is whether you can speak with each other and solve problems. If you can’t, there will be strife.
Everyone has a different communication style. Determine how yours work with each other before anything else.
3. You’ve Gone Through Good and Bad
Go through some good and bad moments with your partner. Whether it’s a health scare or a spooky moment on the road, you can determine if your partner is for you based on how they act in a crisis.
4. Significant Hint Dropping
Of course, there tends to be serious hint-dropping on behalf of the other person when it’s time to propose. They might talk about ring sizes, wedding ideas, or even discuss other people who have gotten engaged. Pay attention to these cues – they’re often apparent.
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