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Enjoy the Dating Journey

Enjoy the Dating Journey

February 24, 2023

Enjoy the Dating Journey.

If you are new to a relationship, it can be hard to figure out what it is that you should expect. Everyone has different rules for dating, but you may wonder if there are any universal principles. To enjoy a healthy dating relationship, you need to have a clear picture of what you are looking for.

 

If you know what kind of person you want, you will know if you are dating the right person for you. Some people are looking for fun, while others are looking for a long-term relationship. If you are unsure about your preferences, you may be looking for a new friend because as Christians, we date for the sole purpose of finding a mate for life. I call it “Christian Intentional Dating”. We do not “date” just for fun. instead, we have fun with a purpose. So, be clear about what you want before you begin dating.

 

Try to find out about your partner early on during your dates. Ask your partner what he or she wants from the relationship. Look for signs that he or she wants to settle down with you. Because you are interested in dating him/her only, ask your partner if he or she wants to date you exclusively. If you have concerns about your new partner, talk to them about your feelings.

 

The beginning of the dating journey is an exciting time for any new couple. However, it can be hard to enjoy a new relationship when you’re plagued with questions and anxiety. Questions like – should we get married?  Are they really the one for me?

 

Allowing worries to overtake you keeps you from getting to know your new partner and discovering whether you’re compatible with each other. But how do you stop yourself from being so apprehensive that you forget to have fun?

 

Keep reading for some tips on how to enjoy the dating season of a relationship and get to know your significant other.

Give It Time

 

Instead of putting pressure on yourself early on to decide if your partner is marriage material, give yourself time to get to know them as a person. If you focus on discovering who they are and what they want out of life, then, over time, you’ll know whether this is someone you’re comfortable with and can see yourself being with. Ask your partner questions that go beyond the surface level to spark deeper conversations.

 

Follow your instincts and remember that good relationships are built on a solid foundation of friendship first. And if the relationship doesn’t work out, then at least you’ve made a good friend who you enjoy spending time with.

 

Remember Commitment

 

Love is one of the most important aspects of human existence. Love can be found between friends and between family members. However, love needs commitment.

 

Start the relationship as a friendship with your partner. There is no need to rush into the dating phase. Talk to your partner about your feelings. Talk to them about your goals and aspirations. Ask them to reveal their goals and aspirations. This can help you both to understand each other better. If successful, and you both feel you can commit to the other, then you can move into the dating phase of the relationship.

 

Honesty Is The Best Policy

 

Be honest with your partner. Honesty is essential for a good relationship. When you have a relationship, there is no need to keep things secret. Open communication is vital. This is very important because it can help you to solve any problem that arises.

 

Honest communication can help you to make sure that your partner understands your needs. If your partner has a different idea, talk to them about it. Don’t let your differences come between you and your partner. You should also look for ways to resolve any problems that you encounter. In fact, talking things over is one of the best ways to make sure your relationship is moving forward successfully. This is why you should always open up to your partner.

Treat it as a Learning Experience

 

Everyone in your life has something to teach you, and that includes the people you date. When you’re looking for something serious, it’s important to learn from past relationships so that you have a better idea of what you’re looking for going forward.

 

For example, if a relationship ended because they weren’t on the same page as you about when to get married and start a family, you know it’s likely best to have that conversation earlier with the next person you date.

 

One of the things that is very helpful to realize is that everyone in your life has something to teach you. Your parents and teachers taught you how to talk and behave. Your friends teach you the importance of friendship and honesty. And the man or woman you love teaches you about the meaning of love and the value of commitment.

 

Thus, you get to observe other people in different situations and learn about their lives. All of these lessons will make you a better person. You should learn how to act with integrity and treat people the way you want to be treated.

 

You also need to look at how you behaved in previous relationships. If you made mistakes, you can avoid making them again. Learn from past experiences, so that you have a better idea of what is right and wrong for you (as well as by you). If someone you dated was too controlling or did things that you don’t like, maybe you need to be more assertive and stand up for yourself during your next dating relationship.

 

If someone you loved got too angry when you didn’t meet their expectations, then you need to set boundaries and stick to them. It is easy to think that you will not be able to be fair to your current partner because of a past mistake of yours, but you can. Everyone makes mistakes, and there is no reason why you cannot learn from those mistakes.

Talk to Your Trusted Friends

 

It’s a good idea to talk to Trusted friends about a new relationship so that you get a fresh perspective from a more objective point of view. Your Trusted friends know you best, and they can pick up on nuances and patterns that you might not be aware of. Try to keep an open mind about what they tell you and understand that their advice is well-intentioned, even if it’s not something you necessarily want to hear.

 

It is also good to talk to Trusted friends and family when you are in a bad situation or having problems with a loved one. It’s important to talk to these individuals because you need to understand your situation from different points of views. It’s important to understand how your Trusted friends look at you and the situation that you’ve found yourself in.

 

It is important to talk to Trusted friends about these things because they will look at these same things from a neutral point of view. A Trusted friend will have good intentions for telling you truth about such things. He or she will want to help and will listen to your side. Whatever the case, a Trusted friend will be honest with you.

 

You should always listen to what your Trusted friends and family say.  You should understand that they have good reasons for giving you the advice they do. They are trying to be helpful and they are very concerned about you. They love you.

Try Not to Take Rejection So Hard

 

Sometimes we can get into bad relationships because we aren’t looking at them objectively. For instance, you think that your partner loves you, but he or she doesn’t love you in a meaningful way.

However, you know what you’re looking for and what you have to offer – so if it doesn’t work out with a potential partner, try not to let it sour you on the whole dating process. Not everyone is going to be your perfect match.

 

Remember that it’s better to break up with the wrong person early rather than end up with someone who isn’t right for you in the long run.

 

Closing Comments

 

Most people will tell you that they like the process of dating. It’s because they enjoy experiencing the rush of a new relationship. The idea is to meet someone new and maybe fall in love.

 

But, it takes time and effort to find someone special. Sometimes, you have to go through a few dates before you finally find the person you are looking for.

 

And as you begin your dating journey, don’t forget to determine what you want out of the relationship.

I’m Lori Stith, The Stoicess
Your Christian Life Coach
AND I believe in YOU!

 

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