In the last couple of months, there have been quite a number of engagement announcements by a series of prominent celebrities. This has got relationship experts analyzing such instances, and concluding that these engagements are taking place too soon.
However, the reality on the ground is that such impromptu and sudden engagements have become the norm. In certain circumstances, these engagements could prove to be a success, while in others, the engagements end as soon as the individuals are introduced to one another.
As for the celebrities that have been making headlines with their engagements, you can’t fail to mention the recent announcement of our very own Benpol and Arnelisa Mungai after dating a couple of months! Plus let’s not forget the surprise of Harmonize and his Italian girlfriend.
“will you marry me?”
“yes”
prernas blush when he asked, and anurags smile when she said yes.❤️
precious asffff😭♥️#KasautiiZindagiiKay|#AnuPre pic.twitter.com/Hp8giOXpoN— ° (@tuhimeraaaa) June 14, 2019
Signs That Show You Are Rushing with the Engagement
Are you feeling uneasy about popping the question, or saying yes? Then it’s probably too soon and you might be rushing into things. For example, you might be feeling like the current relationship you’re in is trapping you and your life might change drastically once you enter the sanctum of marriage.
Besides, you’ve got to realize that engagements are not the solution to an already damaged marriage. For some people, they have a tendency to rush into situations without analyzing the consequences in a rational way. So before making the decision, take time to consider other variables such as friends, family, opinions, financial status, and age.
Additionally, it’s okay to acknowledge that not all engagements usually translate to a successful marriage. One should not beat themselves up about such occurrences.
So When Is the Ideal Time to Get Engaged?
In the real sense, there’s no timeline that suggests the most ideal point in time for individuals to get engaged. However, there are some factors that the couple should consider prior to making the commitment.
For starters, engagements do not have to be long or short. What is necessary is that both parties understand what their needs are in the long-run. For individuals looking to get engaged, they need to have great communication skills. As a couple, you need to have a discussion regarding the values, as well as other external features that are tied to the relationship such as money, spirituality, the potential of children, and the effect it will have on the family.
After each of these factors has been evaluated and the couple can still fathom the possibility of spending the rest of their lives with each other, then it shows that they have worked out a formula to communicate effectively. Hence, they can proceed with the engagement and stay motivated with one another in the process.