Four Times You Shouldn't Tell Someone You're in Love with Them

Telling someone you love them for the first time is a memorable experience. The both of you are likely always going to remember when and where the phrase was first said, so saying it at the wrong time can intertwine a bad approach with something that's supposed to be a completely happy moment. There are certain times when telling someone you love them is really not in your best interest.

When You're Drunk

There's a little problem of people spilling their feelings when they've had too much to drink. When you're stumbling with glassy eyes and slurring your words, it's not the right moment to tell someone you love them, especially if you're happily yelling it in their face while your breath smells of whiskey. Until you tell the person how you feel while you're sober, you may want to hold off on having so much to drink.

Via Electronic Communication

It's not particularly romantic to say "I love you" to your partner for the first time when you send it via text message and follow it up with a winking emoticon. If you're going to use a keyboard in order to say it for the first time, immediately stop yourself. Say it in person - the only other alternative would be over the phone if you live long distance.

After You Did Something Wrong

If you blurt out "I love you" while you're apologizing for doing something wrong, your partner is likely going to think that's the only reason you're saying it. In addition, whenever the both of you remember the first time you said the words, it's going to be tied to the incident you apologized for. You really don't want the two incidents tied together, especially if she's crying when you tell her.

When You're Not Sure You Mean It

You shouldn't say "I love you" until you are absolutely sure you mean it. If you say it and realize you really don't mean it, it's giving your partner the wrong impression and will put both of you in an upsetting situation. If possible, when you realize you love your partner, give it another day or two before you say anything so you're one-hundred percent sure what you're saying is the truth and it wasn't something you rushed into doing.

Saying "I love you" is a pretty big step - make sure you do it the right way so both of you will be able to look back at the moment and smile. You only get one chance to say it for the first time, so make it something worth remembering in a positive way.