Is Your Girlfriend Marriage Material?

Tap to Read ➤ Naomi Sarah

Men and women, alike, need something to quell their worries about whether their partners are 'the one'. For men who want to know if their girlfriends are worthy of a proposal, will find help here on how to read the signs of whether she's marriage material or not.

We all have our doubts about our partners: Is he going to keep me happy? Will she accept me for my shortcomings? Can I trust him enough to stand by me through thick and thin? The questions are endless, but the answers are few.

Today, it is no secret or surprise that divorce rates are climbing slowly to a whole new level. Not only is America known as the most obesity-ridden country, but is also a nation to bag the spot as the highest in divorce rates.

Men, like women, are equally distraught about how to choose their lifetime partners, especially those who believe in staying true to the vows of marriage. It is not easy to find someone who you can be yourself with, trust and see an imminent future with. Hopefully, once you're done here, you'll be able to conclude whether your girlfriend is fit for marriage.

To Wed or Not to Wed?

Whenever you find yourself in a rut when it comes to a woman, you need to sit down and discuss the matter with someone whose opinion you trust.

By that I mean, someone who values relationships and the idea of marriage. Whether it's an uncle, friend, parent or sibling - you'll need a second opinion to strengthen your own.

By now I'm sure you've introduced her to your family and friends and spent enough time with her to think about popping the question. Let's take a look at what you need to be thinking over when it comes to your girlfriend.

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she come from a broken home? Are her parents either divorced/separated/remarried?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she have a good relationship with either of her parents? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ How is she with kids? Does she have a knack for bonding with toddlers and youngsters?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ How often do you two fight? Are these full-blown attacks or minor squabbles that both can maturely work past? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ If you two are in a live-in relationship, can you see yourself marrying her now that you are accustomed to her being in the same apartment 24/7?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Is she critical or judgmental when it comes to your work/failures? Or is she a support system and sees you through your toughest moments? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ How is she with your parents? Do they get along and if not, why? Does she badmouth your parents or relatives for no apparent reason?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ What is her idea of marriage? Does she revere the institution of marriage or does she not believe in such a union? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she have homey attributes and knows her way around chores and taking care of basic responsibilities like paying her bills, filing her taxes, picking up utilities when they run out and so on?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she have a good relationship with your friends? Do they have anything negative to say about her that may give you valuable insight? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she want kids of her own someday or does she hate the idea of conceiving them, even if married?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she complete you in more ways than one? Can you come home knowing that you have a loving wife (and friend) awaiting your return? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Has she been in serious relationships in the past or just casual ones that never stood a chance to turn into something more?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Can you trust her if she has a past of infidelity? How do you know for certain that she won't do the same to you once you tie the knot? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Have you met all her friends? Do they seem like the kind who influence her in a good way?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Did she have any indiscretions while being with you? Are you willing to forgo all that past drama and move ahead into marriage? ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ How is your communication with her? Is it honest, free from scorn and unshakable?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Are you certain that she'll make a wonderful mother and wife? Are there any doubts that you want to bring to light with someone who can offer some perspective?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she pick fights for no reason? Is she the kind to not resolve a squabble through reasoning and peaceful means? If she walks out the door often post a fight, can you be sure that one day it won't be for good?

▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ Does she respect your job and how you are, as a person? Does she constantly put you down or is kind enough to point out your flaws in a non-discriminating way?

Marriage is the kind of union you want to honor and share with someone you know carries twin sentiments. Don't be fraught about addressing these questions, as being certain is far more important than getting into something halfheartedly.

Regret is a powerful emotion and you do not want to experience it once you marry this girl. It's only fair to the both of you that you have facts straight about whether she can fill the spot as being the one for you.