Is he or she Marriage Material?
How and when do you know if someone you're dating could be a partner for life?
Would you continue to date someone you have realized you will not marry? Read on for the pros and cons of sticking with it.
If you have come to the conclusion that you are not going to get engaged, or considering marrying, someone you are dating regularly, and if they are thinking the relationship is progressing towards marriage then you will definitely hurt their feelings when you break it off. The longer you wait, the more emotionally invested they will be.
You run the risk of wasting time, despite the fact you learn and grow from each experience you have.
However, if you know your date's 'clock is ticking' or worse, that they have that they have expectations and pre-defined schedule can you afford to lead them on?
If you continue the relationship you:
1. enjoy steady companionship.
2. get to know each other better and learn about what you want and do not want
3. are not alone on the weekends
4. have someone available on stand-by who you can take to those functions where you are expected to be coupled (weddings, office social outings and family functions)
When do you make the decision? How many dates does it really take to get to know someone? Sometimes you date someone for months whom you believe has true potential, and then you find out something in a deeper discussion that gives you cause to re-consider!
Email me and let me know, or start a discussion on this topic and tell me your position.
