I guess most men and women are afraid of the word "commitment" (I'm starting to think it's more of a taboo than anything else).. BUT, at what point exactly can one consider a relationship and exclusive relationship? I'll even go as far as asking at what point do men consider a relationship a "real" relationship?? :)
2007-02-01 13:37:53 · 12 answers · asked by ☆Karma☆ 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Ha, yeah, I thought the $0.02 nickname was original :) Very clever don'tcha think?
2007-02-01 13:48:28 · update #1
Oh no, i'm not in that sort of situation.. I just thought i'd ask since I come accross it very often when people tell me "Well I'm not sure if we're in a serious relationship or not" you know, so I was wondering what your opinions were :) Thx for your answers.
2007-02-01 13:50:57 · update #2
A word to Kevin A, I didn't group "men" like you think I did, in all fairness I DID say and I quote myself saying "I guess most men and women are afraid of the word "commitment"" I did say MOST and I did mention women as well, so i'm not trying to single out any gender or grouping anyone here.. sorry to have hit a button.. wasn't my intention.
2007-02-01 13:55:10 · update #3
In my experience, there is no definite line to cross. It's an evolution of a feeling. I was still dating other people for a while until I realized that I loved this person and was absolutely committed to him. Then everyone else suddenly paled in comparison.
2007-02-01 13:40:58 · answer #1 · answered by littlechrismary 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Different with all guys, in my experience, but - when a guy meets a girl he knows he wants to be with long term, he will treat her differently. If it is the right person you know it, you don't usually have to ask that question about whether it is committed or not... Sleeping together or going out a couple nights a week doesn't necessarily mean that because you think it's serious the guy does also... (or vice versa, to be fair!). According to the book "The Rules", if you haven't heard anything about a wedding within a year, move on, if you are looking for someone serious. If you have to ask him about a committment or whether he sees you two being married, it's not a good sign! I totally agreed with what the book said, it really did work for me, I learned when to move on and ended up with the Right Guy.
2007-02-01 13:44:54 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No offense but why do you girls always group all guys together like this?
Not all guys are alike. In fact, most of us are different and have different ideas and feelings not to mention we are all different ages. Like for instance, I'm 50 years old. I've lived through most of what you all are going through right now years ago and you'd take the word of some kid who thinks they know everything rather than the word of someone who's been there and done that many times over.
To me, a real relationship is when those three wonderful words are spoken by each, "I love you".
2007-02-01 13:45:42 · answer #3 · answered by Kevin A 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have been with my sweetie over 3 and a half years and are still touch and go. We have tried to break up but cant We dont see anyone else and have always been faithful. Everyone is different. Just be patient. We were together for a long time before anyone even knew. Half the time people think we are single when were not. There is no hurry. You have your whole life.
2007-02-01 13:44:25 · answer #4 · answered by JAMI E 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When a man seems to want nothing else but to be with you!... It happens naturally sometimes, and other people need to define their relationship... in other words, some couples will talk about it and "agree" to be exclusive, and other couples are just exclusive without talking about it because they are so crazy about eachother that no one else will do!... those are the best!
2007-02-01 13:44:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
every guy is going to be different. it mostly depends on age, relationship experience, relationship expectations, and communication. i haven't been in very many relationships, and the few i have had, were short (3-4 months), so when i do get the chance to be in one, i really take it seriously.. other guys may take them for granted though..
2007-02-01 13:49:32 · answer #6 · answered by Jeff 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I (along with hopefully every other self-respecting girl) think that any relationship should be exclusive. a guy who fools around clearly doesn't think of you as anything but a piece of a**. relationships should mean something.
2007-02-01 13:58:16 · answer #7 · answered by huhyftcgbjhu 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say after about 2 years.
2007-02-01 13:40:47 · answer #8 · answered by theorangebard 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
plain and simple when he farts in front of you with no hesitation or apologies...thats how you know your special, as long as he hasn't been doing that from the begining.
2007-02-01 13:53:01 · answer #9 · answered by Skinny 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
after six straight months of ZERO Drama !
P.S. ...LMAO at $0.02 nickname .... that is hillarious ... as in 'my 2 cents' ... very creative nickname!
2007-02-01 13:40:33 · answer #10 · answered by ValleyR 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋