How to Know if She's Right for You

You've met someone who seems to be the girl of your dreams, but you're still unsure if she's the person you'll be with for the long haul. Combat your uncertainty with these considerations to help evaluate if you're dating the girl who's right for you.

Instructions

1. Think about how she makes you feel and how she treats you. The ideal girlfriend will give you respect, allow you to make decisions for yourself, listen to you considerately and support you when you need guidance or just someone to talk to.

2. Consider how comfortable you are with her. You should be able to be yourself--flaws, foibles and all. Think twice if you can't express and discuss your opinions freely, even if they're different from hers.

3. Decide if you trust her completely and if you can be trustworthy with her. You should be able to devote yourself to her without the desire to date or flirt with others.

4. Compare your goals and aspirations. For example, if you dream of moving out of state and having 5 kids, but she wants to stay in town and forgo children for her career, you may reach an impasse a few years down the line.

5. Award points for how much fun you have together. If you have the same sense of humor, enjoy similar activities and look forward to spending your free time with one another, it's a positive sign.

6. Determine how well you get along with her family and friends and if she gets along with yours. Although you might not see them much now that you're dating casually, you'll probably be spending more time with them once things get serious.