Knowing when your relationship has progressed from casual to serious can be a tricky task! In todays world of ghosting, swiping left, and easy hook ups it can seem like surviving to date 4 can be a challenge in and of itself. But how do you know when you’ve progressed into the next stage of your relationship and things have definitely begun to get serious.
Time frames can be a helpful indicator sometimes, but everyone is different – some people get serious after just a few weeks, while others can be dating someone for months before they make the decision to fully commit. Below we will look at some of the signs to look for if you are feeling uncertain about the status of your relationship.
You Both Feel Completely Comfortable Around Each Other
The start of a relationship can be incredibly exciting but also a time of much anxiety, second thoughts and hyper sensitivity. You’ll still be on your best behaviour at all times and may find yourself constantly wondering about the impression you are making.
Once you have begun to trust each other, developed a bond and are secure in your relationship, you will start to feel a lot more confident and relaxed in each other’s presence. Just being in each other’s presence is enough to help you relax and feel more yourself.
You Trust Each Other and Share Secrets
Have you reached a level of trust and intimacy where you feel comfortable sharing stories, feelings and problems that you don’t feel comfortable sharing with anyone else? Becoming each other’s confidant is a clear sign that your relationship is developing and you both strongly value your relationship.
You Include Each Other in Family Events and Functions
Meeting the family is always a big step in most relationships. And if you find that you are being invited along to family dinners, events and ceremonies regularly, there’s a good chance your partner is viewing your relationship as a long term thing.
You Share Good news With Each Other First
Do you find yourself immediately calling them when you get good news? Were you the first person they called when they got a promotion? If you have become the first person that your partner runs to share great news and experience, this is a good indicator that you have assumed a special place in their life.
You Can Overcome Arguments and Handle Difficult Situations
Disagreements are inevitable in any relationship, and in the early stages they can be enough to send come couples separate ways. If you and your partner have managed to overcome some relationship hurdles, supported each other through a traumatic experience or have had the difficult conversations following a big argument, these are key indicators that you are in it for the long haul!
Remember – Every Relationship is Different!
Remember each person is an individual and there are no cookie cutter relationships. Take these examples as a guide but not absolutes! And if you are still feeling uncertain about the status of your relationship, following the golden rule of successful relationships – Communication! Sit down your partner and calmly discuss the issue to make sure you’re on the same page, they may have silently been wondering the very same thing!
Now that you’ve read our Top 5 Signs Your Relationship Is Becoming Serious article, and the winter weather is kicking in, you may also want to check out our top 5 ideas for indoor dates on rainy days article.
