How long should the talking/ dating stage last?

This topic was created in the Relationships forum by Lovelyy on Friday, February 14, 2020 and has 7 replies.

Ideal Duration of the Talking or Dating Stage

The talking or dating stage varies but typically lasts until both individuals feel ready to commit and become exclusive. There is no fixed timeframe, as it depends on mutual comfort and understanding. Communication and observing compatibility help determine when it’s the right time to move forward to a serious relationship.

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@Lovelyy
7 Years

Until it’s time to make official. When do know for sure you want be official exclusive with that person?

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@saggurl88
13 Years25,000+ Posts

Until one or both actually loves the person and they have a "relationship" talk. I can date someone forever without talking about a relationship, he is the one that will have to bring it up. I don't.

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@AriesJo
11 Years500+ Posts

Posted by ArilovesAqu

I drag my feet for sure. It takes a long time for me to get to know someone and trust them. I know I’m annoying and it’s why I don’t really “date” that much.

3 months is probably my fastest 🤣

Your sign please, Aquarius?

(Because I’m seriously having problems with Aquarius right now)

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@LibraSupreme
8 Years1,000+ Posts

Just because I I date you I'm still watching for any indication that would separate you from the rest of the pack.

I've had exes that got comfortable,changed and became to relaxed expecting me to put up with the person I didn't meet in the first lovely stages. I'm not in short supply so I can waste time like a pro.

5 month mark reveals the true person. If she makes it that far then shell get bumped up into my top 3 rotation. Just being honest.

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@AriesJo
11 Years500+ Posts

Posted by ArilovesAqu

Posted by AriesJo

Posted by ArilovesAqu

I drag my feet for sure. It takes a long time for me to get to know someone and trust them. I know I’m annoying and it’s why I don’t really “date” that much.

3 months is probably my fastest 🤣

Your sign please, Aquarius?

(Because I’m seriously having problems with Aquarius right now)

No, I’m the Aries. I drug my feet for a whole year with the Aqua. I move painfully slow so I’ve never had a problem being frustrated over someone committing...nearly everyone is ready to commit before I am.

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Sounds like maybe because you had an Aqua leading the relationship then. If you had an Aries, you would get married tomorrow 😏