We’re all chasing after one thing that surpasses money, power, or reason: love. Falling in love feels like coming home. Your worries fade, and you feel protected in your partner’s arms. The man you give your heart to just feels right. When you’re deeply in love, it’s natural to envision a future with your partner. But how can you be sure it’s real and not just a fleeting fantasy? Perhaps it’s old-fashioned, but we believe that marriage, for better or worse, is sacred for life. Here are nine signs you’ve found the man you want to spend the rest of your life with:
- You Don’t Need to Be “On” in Front of Him
- Good days and bad days, he understands who you are and doesn’t expect you to be anyone but yourself. In his eyes, you’re special just by being you. There’s no pretending.
- During lazy times when all you want to do is lounge in stained sweatpants and not formulate sentences, he gets it because he’s right there with you. You can totally be yourself—whatever mood you’re in—and he always thinks you shine.
- Your Happiness Is His Happiness, and Vice Versa
- He’s good to you in ways you never thought possible. He wants what’s best for you, even if it comes at a cost to him.
- The man you marry gives selflessly, as your interests are now his interests. He even feels selfish when he indulges in you because it brings him pleasure, too.
- He can balance ambitions at work with ambitions at home. Even during challenging stages or careers, he finds ways to let you know he hasn’t forgotten about you.
- Even at the End of a Bad Day, All You Want Is to Be with Him
- No matter what kind of crummy mood you’re in, you’d rather be with him than alone because you’re better with him than without him.
- He patiently listens while you speak your mind and doesn’t invalidate your concerns with his honest feedback. His confidence and passion positively influence you, making your relationship all the more exciting. You want to be near him, always.
- The Attraction Is Palpable
- Physically, emotionally, and mentally, you two are compatible on all levels. The chemistry between you is powerful enough to block everything else out. Sometimes, it feels like only he matters.
- Even doing the littlest things together, like running to the grocery store, feels more special because he’s around. The attraction is pervasive, from the bedroom to the most platonic of places, like the doctor’s office. You can’t keep your hands off each other and aren’t holding back.
- You Share the Same Idea of Romance
- Sometimes you feel like you’re in a “Twilight” movie with all this inexplicable magic and love buzzing around. Whatever your definition of romance is—intimate dinners, long road trips, cuddling in bed—he shares in it and will go the extra step to make it happen.
- He won’t shy away from pouring his heart out or opening up to you because he trusts you and wants to connect with you on a deeper level. He’ll always be your man, but he’s not afraid to show you a softer side either.
Recognizing these signs can help you realize you’ve found someone truly special. Embrace the love you share and cherish the journey ahead.
