How do you know when it is time to be in a commited relationship?
140414
there no set time. When you know it deep down you will do anything for the person than I think you can be commited.But all means take your time dont rush it.
477867
open relationship isnt exactly a relationship of the caliber youa re describing. start with what a relationship is - you to your friend, a teacher, your pet. Everything you come in contact with has some sort of relationship to you, same as the partner you are in an open relationship with. In this situation, one member does not want to hold commitment to anyone, till they are sure they will be with that person for quite a while. go and have fun, and stop worrying about love so much, its nice but it will always happen again, if you put yourself out there.
295029
20 is still young. Give it time before making such a serious commitment to someone. Some day you don't want to be in divorce court by acting so fast. If it is love it will with stand time...Nicky
393390
You don't decide it. In my case, I just did know it was the time to give the next step. I guess usually when you spent time with the woman you like and accept that you like her and want to be with her even though all of her defects and faults, you decide to take the step. Good Luck\n\nPS --> Cooking is a plus! :OP\nPS2--> It worked for me till now.
35829
time is your best weapon and all things must come to light at sometime, just make sure you are not blinded by desire for the relationship then to enjoy the true honest of the relationship which is more important.
1145450
Depends on the people.  How much do you REALLY talk and know each other.  How much of the relationship is more about the physical or superficial?  If you love each other for the hearts and souls that you're bringing into the relationship, then go for it.  If you're unsure about that at all, wait a bit and see how you feel in a few more months.  Good luck.
630541
When it's meant to be, you won't have huge doubts.  It sounds like you need to move on... you'll know when you've found the person for you, because it won't matter whether that person has savings or not, or whether they have rhythm or not... you won't have doubts when it's right.
614613
you say it when you feel it, not just because you feel you have too say it. if you are not in love then dont say it. you will know when the right time comes up.
1082373
Commit to her! If you’re not ready to make a commitment, break things off with her. Otherwise, you are just using her.
86849
ask yourself, how long are you willing to wait? and is that either with or without any assurance? because in a relationship, there is a so-called give and take and it applies on some instances such as yours. you cant make yourself wait that long and then it will all be in vain.how about considering your own happiness? go out and make yourself available to others, after all if the perfect guy is really meant for you, love will find a way so goes the cliché.
902962
Meaning with another person:\nIf your committed, then your committed. There are no other limits. If your not, then you both better deciede how far into your relationship you each are and go from there.
47524
When you realize that the relationship isn't meeting your needs and conclude that it isn't going to any time soon...\n\nMany relationships are "dead" or go nowhere, there is no definitive "line in the sand" that is crossed. The line is really internal, a realization that continuing is pointless.
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.
662003
Being in a relationship is a commitment not only in terms of the relationship and to that person but also in terms of time and a life style change.  Maybe a guy just isn't ready to change his life or commit to just one person at this stage in his life.
513191
just wait. when the time is right you will both know it.  Dont rush you both could be heading into trouble.
678421
You'll know when it's the right time. Just be patient and follow ur heart.
1161814
Since you have so many doubts, you also know in your heart that its not time to get serious. Since he is so sweet, he will not try to rush you into something you aren't ready for either. I suggest you just keep the relationship on a slow pace and really get to know each other before worrying about a real commitment from either of you.