has shown that we can be absolutely certain that we’ve met our perfect match.
After all, there are so many elements involved, including our own personal preferences!
We might meet someone who has traits that we like but, ultimately, ends up being incompatible.
Still, we can’t give up hope.
For as many breakups we witness, there are just as many weddings and babies being born.
Clearly, some of us are finding happiness.
So, how are we supposed to know?
Does our intended’s name shoot across the sky like a lightning bolt?
Will we hear trumpets blaring and birds chirping when we come face-to-face with the person of our dreams?
You aren’t chasing him down
We’ve seen these scenes in countless romantic comedies.
Sometimes it takes days, sometimes it never happens at all, leaving her to wonder what went wrong.
We need to know we have become a priority in his life.
), initiating plans to spend time together, and not bailing on dates.
Will this new person in our life accept us or will be we left alone, once again?
The right guy will love you exactly as you are, flaws and all.
If you feel like you’ve got to change to make him happy, you should probably move on.
If so, you will know that it’s a terrible place to be.
why you haven’t been included in more areas of his life.
He obviously cares deeply about you.
Bonus points if they also know all about your work, hobbies, and greatest achievements.
It shows that he’s been bragging about you!
Instead, ask yourself if there are signs that he considers you an equal in your relationship.
Does he ask your opinion about decisions he’s making in his life?
Does he listen to your point-of-view without mocking you?
If so, you might have a keeper on your hands!
These patterns, of course, affect how we relate to our romantic partners as adults.
One of the biggest challenges in a relationship is learning how to find a mutually agreeable way of communicating.
You should never commit to someone with the hope of somehow altering what they want out of life.
First of all, it’s an unfair and selfish expectation.
Each of us has the right to decide how to live our own life.
Second, it’s unreasonable.
That is absolutely 100% true!
What does that look like, though?
The right man will show you that your shared happiness is more important than his own!
Undoubtedly, the people who care most about you will be looking for a few key things.
Does the relationship feel forced?
Does this person seem to respect and accept you as you are?
Do they appear to get along with the people in your life?
Will they be the right person at your aside as you continue down the path you’ve chosen?
Do they, somehow, enhance who you are and bring out the best in you?
Listen to their feedback, even if you disagree, since they may see something that you don’t.
If after their vetting they give you the greenlight, you might have already found the one!
If your friends and family love him but you have reservations, trust your instincts.
You know him better than they do.
