Engagement : How should it be?

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Engagement is the initial stage of a marriage relationship ,and it should be a beautiful and memorable moment for both partners.Most importantly ,engagement should be celebrated with happiness and love.

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Involvement in a relationship can be interpreted as the level of commitment and attachment felt by each individual in the relationship. This involvement can include many things, such as time, attention, emotion ,and support provided by each partner.

Involvement in a relationship is very important because it can affect the continuity of the relationship. When each partner feels equally involved and committed to the relationship, they are better able to deal with any problems that may arise. In addition ,involvement can also increase happiness and satisfaction in relationships.

Some signs of involvement in a relationship include :

• Be open and honest about each other's feelings and thoughts
• Show concern and support regularly.
• Make time to get together and do activities together.
• Appreciate and respect the needs and desires of each partner.
• Consider each other's feelings and interests when making important relationship decisions.

However, each individual has a different way of expressing involvement in a relationship. Therefore ,it is important for couples to continue to be open and communicate honestly and openly about their feelings and expectations for one another to ensure a healthy and harmonious engagement in their relationship.

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There is no definite age that can be used as a benchmark for getting engaged. The decision to get engaged depends on each partner and the circumstances of their relationship. However ,generally engaged couples already have a fairly mature and stable relationship and have plans to continue to the marriage level.

Some couples may get engaged at a young age, such as in their 20s, because they feel that they have found the right life partner and are ready to take their relationship to the next level. However ,some couples may choose to postpone engagement and marriage until they are older ,have financial stability ,or complete their education first.

Keep in mind that the decision to get engaged and marry should not be based on age alone, but based on the readiness and commitment of each partner in establishing a healthy and happy relationship. It is also important for couples to consider various factors such as life goals ,values ,and future plans before making a decision to get engaged or married.

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• Emotional readiness :
  It is important to consider whether your partner is emotionally ready to engage in a serious relationship such as engagement ,do they have the emotional maturity to handle conflict and work through relationship problems.

• Value compatibility :
  Having the same or aligned values ​​can help in living a harmonious and mutually supportive relationship. Having common beliefs, life goals, and views on marriage and family can help maintain a healthy and happy relationship.

• Commitment :
  It is important to ensure that your partner has a strong and serious commitment in the relationship. This can be seen from how much time ,attention and support they give in the relationship.

• Financial readiness :
  Apart from emotional readiness, financial readiness also needs to be considered in relationships. Couples who want to get engaged and get married must have the financial readiness to finance the preparation and implementation of the wedding and build a future together.

• Communication :
  Good and open communication is very important in a relationship. Couples who are involved in a serious relationship such as an engagement should be able to communicate honestly and openly about their feelings ,thoughts and hopes for one another.

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There is no exact or fixed time for engagement before marriage. The timing of the engagement depends on each couple and the circumstances of their relationship. However ,generally couples are engaged for several months to a year before getting married.

Engagement has the goal of strengthening the relationship and preparing the couple for marriage. During the engagement period, the couple can deepen their understanding of each other and prepare plans for their wedding ,such as wedding plans ,budget ,and other preparations.

However, it is important to remember that the length of time the engagement does not always guarantee a successful marriage. Whatever length of engagement is chosen, the couple must ensure that they are ready emotionally, financially ,and committed to proceed with the marriage.

Before deciding to get engaged, couples should consider various factors, such as value compatibility, life goals ,financial readiness ,and emotional readiness ,and then make a wise decision based on mutual agreement.

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• Changes in values ​​or outlook on life :
  A person may change their values ​​or outlook on life after getting engaged ,which may affect their decision to go ahead with marriage.

• Communication issues or differences that arise :
  Although a couple has considered everything before getting engaged ,problems or differences that arise after the engagement can affect their decision to go ahead with the wedding.

• Engagement with other people :
  Sometimes a person can meet new people or deepen relationships with others which can influence their decision to go ahead with marriage.

• Financial readiness :
  Unforeseen financial problems ,or changes in financial plans can also affect a person's decision to go ahead with marriage.

• Emotional readiness :
  A person may feel emotionally unprepared to proceed to marriage ,even after engagement, due to personal problems or unforeseen family situations.

Engagement is no guarantee for a happy and successful marriage. Although engagement is an important stage in a relationship ,the decision to marry is still a big commitment and needs to be considered carefully.

Engagement can indeed help couples deepen their understanding of each other and prepare plans for their wedding. However, engagement cannot guarantee that the marriage will be successful, because there are still many factors that can influence the success of a marriage, such as communication, trust, compatibility, financial readiness ,and emotional readiness.

Before deciding to get engaged and married, couples should ensure that they have committed to working together to sustain their relationship ,and that they have considered everything carefully. In addition, partners should always be open to communication and ready to solve problems that arise during their journey together.

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