How I Knew I Was Ready to Get Married 👰🏻‍♀️🤵🏼‍♂️

Being “ready” for marriage is more than just finding the one, being in love, and wanting to spend forever with the person. It’s being in a place where you can give yourself to someone, and in order to do that, you have to be your best self. These are the things that happened that led me to know I was ready to seal the deal!

1. Heal through trauma and work on mental health

-I went to therapy and mentally began to love myself and heal through things I never thought I would.

2. Build finances to an “okay” place

-I wasn’t rich by any means, but made enough money I felt comfortable with.

3. Physically be proud of myself

-I started doing yoga and began to love my body for what it is.

4. Ask myself “why I want to get married?” And be happy with my answer.

-I asked myself this question and when I thought to myself “I’m marrying this man because I couldn’t live without him” then I knew I was ready.

5. Be able to confidently say “I am my best self.”

-when I was able to say this with no doubt in my mind, I knew I was ready to put a ring on it!

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2024/2/1 Edited to

... Read moreUnderstanding your readiness for marriage is a personal journey that encompasses emotional, mental, and physical aspects. Many people grapple with questions about their relationship status and personal stability before committing to marriage. Healing from past trauma is crucial; it allows individuals to approach future relationships with a clean slate. Therapy can be an excellent platform for self-discovery and emotional healing. Additionally, ensuring financial security plays a pivotal role in a person's readiness. This doesn't mean being wealthy but rather being in a position where finances are managed well enough to prevent stress and arguments in marriage. Physical self-acceptance, achieved through activities like yoga or fitness, contributes to a positive self-image. Importantly, asking yourself 'Why do I want to get married?' can reveal underlying motivations and reinforce your decision. Ultimately, a heartfelt acknowledgment of loving your partner and true self-fulfillment lays the foundation for a successful marriage. Gaining clarity through these reflections helps in making profound life decisions, ensuring both partners are aligned in their understanding of commitment.

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