How to Propose to Your Mate

A proposal is a commitment to another person, a promise that you are ready to set a date and make that life changing decision. It should not be made lightly. There are many things to consider when "popping the question" and doing it right will leave a lasting impression.

Step 1.

Are you ready to make that commitment? If there is any doubt, you have to stop yourself from heading in that direction. Ask yourself: Why am I proposing? Are you being pressured? Are you financially ready? One important thing you have to know for sure is whether he/she is ready and wants to tie the knot. Nothing spells disaster in a relationship more than proposing and being rejected. Many relationships don't survive.

Step 2.

Once you have determined that you are ready to propose be prepared to get married immediately. Why immediately? If you propose and your fiancé accepts she may want to do it then and there. You never know how soon they might want to do it. Backing out at that moment will show the other person you really aren't ready and doubt can slowly rot the foundation of a solid relationship.

Step 3.

If you're ready to leap then you have to decide how and when you are going to do it. Are you the traditional type who wants a quiet dinner, some light music playing in the background and a glass of wine with a ring in it? Or are you the crazy, outrageous type who wants to use the Jumbo-tron at the local sports arena? Perhaps you want to jump out of a plane with a printed card asking your mate to "take the plunge." Whatever the case may be you have to plan ahead.

Many individuals, male and female, propose without thinking things through. Emotions are strong and can lead you down a path that one or both of you may not be ready for. Planning ahead will give you time to make sure everything is just right and the outcome will be satisfactory to both parties.