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10 Things to Ask Yourself When You Think You’ve Found “The One”

• March 14, 2014
• by Natasha Burton

Ah, being in love. It’s the best feeling in the world, hands down. And it can catapult us into dreaming about the next steps those feelings may take us—down the aisle and into married life.

But getting engaged, as exciting and whirlwind as it can seem, does require a healthy dose of rationality. Which, of course, isn’t always easy to channel when you’re in the throes of passion.

So, before you put a ring on it, or start pining for that bling, ask yourself the following questions.

1. What makes this relationship different from others you’ve had?

2. How do you know that you’re ready to make this life-long commitment?

3. In what ways do you think you and your partner are truly meant to be?

4. In what ways are you incompatible? How do you feel about these differences?

5. How do you see your partner fitting in with your family?

6. What’s your fighting style? Are you satisfied with how you resolve conflict?

7. Have you discussed the big issues, like religion and starting a family?

8. How do you think what you want out of life is compatible with what your partner wants?

9. In what ways does your partner make you feel loved and appreciated?

10. How has your partner changed your life for the better?

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Natasha Burton

Relationship expert Natasha Burton is the author of four books: 101 Quizzes for Brides & Grooms, 101 Quizzes for Couples, 101 Quizzes for BFFs, and The Little Black Book of Big Red Flags. When she's not writing, she's likely doing yoga, baking, or watching The Bachelor.

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