Episode Details

Doug unpacks 10 ways you know you have found the one. Doug also shares common misconceptions and practical steps to understand if the person you are dating is the right person to spend the rest of your life with. PLUS: The Friday rant!

Resources:

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Reasons you know you have found the one

1. You enjoy spending time together.
2. You have open and honest communication with vulnerability.
3. Your core virtues and values align.
4. Mutual trust and respect are firm foundations in the relationship.
5. You can navigate conflicts constructively.
6. You support each other’s personal growth.
7. They bring out the best version of you.
8. Your friends and family notice your happiness.
9. Moments apart strengthen your relationship.
10. Your relationship is balanced, healthy and secure.

Common misconceptions

1. It must be love at first sight.
2. Having doubts doesn’t mean they are not the one.

Practical steps to understand if this is the one

1. Reflect on your relationship dynamic.
2. Seek feedback and insight.
3. Consider professional relationship counseling.
4. Recognize healthy relationship patterns and red flags.
5. Know how and when to trust your instincts.