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Top 10 signs you are dating a commitment ready man
by ctprincess at 5/2/2010 2:12:10 AM


I found this in the 'net and thought it would be good for those of us who are still looking. I was inspired by a close friend of mine who just wrote a blog about e-cheaters.

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Are you ready for a relationship that is going to lead somewhere without you being led on? It's time to start weeding out the commitment phobics and put your time and effort into men that are looking for the kind of relationship you want -- one that has a future. If you're interested in getting married, ignore these at your own risk. Here's what to look for:

1. His friends are married
If you are interested in a guy, check out his friends' left hands to see if they have wedding rings on. Research has show that if his friends are already married, he's more likely to get married. If all of his friends are still single and in the "party-with-the-boys" phase, that's a bad sign.

2. He's financially secure
Studies show that men who own a home are more marriage-ready. A man who is generally financially stable, and has his ducks in a row, feels marriage is a practical next step for him.

3. He pursues you
The guy who is commitment-ready is going to initiate doing things with you. If you're emailing him and he takes days to email you back, if you have to text him to find out where he is, if you are always calling him, you're chasing a man who's probably not marriage-material.

4. He's willing to wait
Yes, research is telling us what we already know: If a guy gets to know you before getting intimate, he is more likely to commit.

5. He watches DVDs with you when you're sick
Taking care of you when you're sick shows that this guy isn't just in it for the fun and ***. If he wants to be with you in bad times, it's a sign he's in it for the long haul.

6. He gets to know your friends and family
A guy who is thinking long-term wants to truly get to know you. Seeing you interact with your family and friends helps him learn where you come from and more about who you are. The flip side of it is that he will also want you to get to know him! He'll want to see if you fit in with his family and friends. A guy who keeps you separate from the important people in his life is just playing around.
7. He says, "we" instead of "me"
When he switches from "me" to "we", that's a sign he's committing to you at a deeper level. If your guy is all, "I", "me", and "my" instead of "we" and "us" in conversations after you've been dating a while, his mindset is still in single guy mode.


8. He's not afraid of compromise
A commitment-ready guy is going to ask your opinion, consult you about decisions he needs to make, and has the ability to meet you half-way. A bull-headed guy who needs everything his way or it's the highway, isn't ready for the compromise that's naturally part of a mature relationship.

9. He doesn't need excuses
Commitment-phobic guys always have an excuse about why they can't be with you on Saturday night, why they didn't call, and why they aren't ready for a relationship right now. A commitment-ready guy doesn't need excuses, he just needs you.

10. He likes being in a long-term relationship
Some men like being in a monogamous relationship and some don't. The sooner you realize and accept this the better. If he complains all the time about needing space, treats you like a giant burden instead of a gift, and keeps talking about taking things slow, he's telling you he's not ready for a commitment. On the other hand, if he's done with the party scene, enjoys your "couple time" together, and has a strong sense of family, you've found a commitment-ready guy.


Comments
bluebird77



5/2/2010 2:15:41 AM

twe

ctprincess
5/2/2010 2:32:45 AM

Now we get half a churp?

kinfire_rain
5/2/2010 4:56:48 AM

Good reading.

harrybyvick
online now!
5/2/2010 5:02:26 AM

I think I fit 8 out of 10 but I don't think my lady I'm dating read this yet. But she knew what she wanted in a man as well as what I wanted in a woman so it works for us. We both had made some poor choices in past mates & decided to turn to a new chapter in our lives and move on. I encourage woman and men that have the negative stuff like " I don't want liars and cheats" to change to more positive profile. I just didn't respond to ones like that and focused on the positive ones which is how I found my mate here on DH

jennyann71
5/2/2010 6:10:13 AM

Interesting and a delightful read for a future.

ctprincess
5/2/2010 6:56:12 AM

Harry, I am so happy that you found someone here on DH. I also am happy that you have not left because of it. So many good friends leave just because of a love relationship. I don't really see the need, isn't friendship a relationship too? Rain, you inspire me. Jenny, as always...

harrybyvick
online now!
5/2/2010 8:01:04 AM

Well thanks Pincess as someone suggested I should have given the previous woman I met a chance but if your on parole or still legally divorced your not on my list of potential mates-lol! Now if someone else wants to date someone on parole or still legally married - knock your socks off cause I'm not. But the woman I'm committed to also disclosed those items right up front and we kept talking until we figured we were right for each other. But I will hang around DH at least for awhile as I have made many friends here

jennyann71
5/2/2010 8:18:17 AM

princess: when I married that military man I really missed you and my friends"""" but we were travelling and fishin in canada and I am sorry I just was so busy with my new husband """"" but you are right we should not forget our friends that we have made on this site and""""" harry so pleased you found your true love.

ctprincess
5/3/2010 5:32:04 AM

Harry, I was wondering about that "legally divorced" comment...but then I realized that you meant "legally married". On those notes, I 100% AGREE. I don't get it as to why people think it's OK to start dating when they are still committed to another or as you said...on parole. LOL. A person should be legally free to be able to pursue another relationship. I waited 10 years after my divorce to start dating. I know that may seem to have been a long time but I still needed to raise my kids and get emotionally healthy again after an abusive marriage. Harry, you are an awesome guy and I hope your new gf knows the gem she has in you. Jenny, when were you married? I do know you met someone on here but I think that was before I had the pleasure of knowing you. You did take a short hiatus when you were dating that attorney you met. How is that going? Still dating him? Hope so!!

ctprincess
5/5/2010 3:33:34 AM

Even the most commitment ready man isn't ready sometimes to commit!!!