How long should you date someone before you decide it's really not going to work?
116136
This is a toughie for me.  In retrospect, I felt in my gut whenever a guy wasn't the best one for me--but I often stayed because I doubted my own instincts.  Things generally end or fade away because the universe no longer sees a need for us have them in our lives; we have learned our lesson and it is time to move on.  The pain of a breakup is FAR less damaging than the choice to stay and suffer holding on long after you should have let go.
847110
nope , we are NOT supposed to wait forever.\n\nWe ARE supposed to see if its real though , before moving on to somebody else, or else we regret it, wonder about it, kick ourselves for what might have been, etc.\n\nAsk somebody out if you like him or her, I figure 3 times, then wait and see if maybe they ask you out. I don't like to nag people.
99384
Yes, you should take some time, even if you don't think you need it, to reevaluate yourself, your feelings about the world and relationships.  If anything, just to make sure you will be okay, and not have a bad after effect later than expected.  You know, to make sure you still know you.  Relationships change people, even if they don't see it, so it is best to just relax, take a break, and make sure you are totally comfortable to go back into dating before you try again.  If you are not sure, just wait, it is likely you are feeling some subconcious doubt, and that will hurt your chances of a good experience.  You will want to give a new partner what they deserve, and you have to be confident and sure to really give it your all.
699499
Give him three months at least. That is a decent enough time for anyone to gather one's senses and wits back. Then, tell him that you are confused about his interest (or lack of) in you and think that it will be better for both of you to move on. If he agrees or doesn't improve by that time, its time to move.
195101
I think that relationships can get boring and predictable after a period of time... so I would suggest throwing in a few curve balls from time to time, catch them off guard and keep them guessing. Keep things interesting. But most importantly... stay faith full and never be afraid to show your feelings.
646869
When you are ready.  If you two are serious about each other, then go ahead.  Find the right time when you feel ready and she feels ready too.
106715
the right person will come along when the time is right for the both of you, don't rush it, it'll happen, when it does, you will know. Don't settle for less or you will still meet him and not be able to be together because of your prior choices
166455
When you feel its right. Not on the first date and make sure you know their sexual history and that they are disease free.
527568
You cant put your life on hold while he figures out what he wants. At the same time there is no rush to go meeting someone else.\nI think you should just carry on and get on with your life and if someone else comes along then sure date them. If he ever decides he knows what he wants and comes to you and your single then its up to you if you want to give it another go.\nHe doesn't seem to know what he wants or how he feels so the best thing you can do is just keep him as a friend as he may never know and you cant hang around and wait forever.\nPut him to the back of your mind and concentrate on other things in your life. \nIf its meant to be it will be!
500327
depends, how long is long ??\nif more than a month or something then probably not... cause you cant really base a realtionship on how often you see the person, its on just the person
294160
It is not the length of time being together that matters but understanding yourselves. If within one year you're not convinced about him, it about time you take stock
311531
NO, no, and No!  Six months is not long enough to know someone well enough to get married.  I've been dating my b/f for 3 years and we are still not married because we have only lived together for 6 months and we still have to get used to each others quirks.
771515
Especially around your age, I would judge based on maturity more then age.  I've seen people with a 4 year difference have a great, stable, long term relationship.  In general, though +/- 2 years from your age is a good guideline.
1047876
Billy, In my opinion I find that it depends on if you are really looking at dating as really trying to build a relationship or if it's more for just the company of having someone to do things with. At your age which is only 2 years older than this girl I find the aspect of dating okay as long as you sustain from doing things that truly might change your life and hers in ways that you two are far from ready for. So just have fun and don't get to serious just yet, there is still to much life you need to live before complicating it .
334931
If he isn't willing to work on it than I don't see a chance of it working, but I could be wrong. I would think the big question for you is how long are you willing to hang on to him Lady
458107
Two months is definitely a little quick, but I believe that it is possible for you to know that this may be the right guy.  Give it a few more months and then talk about becoming engaged and maybe living together.
297774
if he has no idea that he wants to be with you, then you shouldn't be with him. it doesn't matter how long you guys have been goin out, if he can't figure out what he wants then kiss him good bye, you already wasted 2 yrs, why waste more?