How to Ask My Boyfriend to Marry Me
If you find yourself waiting for a marriage proposal, take the initiative and ask him yourself. It's the 21st century, and although some traditionalists are taken aback by female proposals, there's no reason you can't ask your man to marry you. After all, a marriage should be an equal partnership. A proposal is a big decision, however, so give the idea some careful thought before you take the plunge.
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Make sure you're ready for the commitment of marriage and you're proposing for the right reasons. For example, don't propose just because your friends are getting married, your parents think you should marry or because you feel insecure about the relationship.
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Let go of the stigma of female proposals. Your proposal will still feel magical, even if it may not be the fairy-tale moment you envisioned as a kid.
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Plan the proposal. Consider what your boyfriend would like, not what you would want. Think about what you're going to say. You don't need to plan a speech, but having a few phrases ready can make you feel less nervous. For example, ask him "Will you be with me forever?"
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Be prepared to celebrate -- consider having champagne ready -- or to accept a "no" with dignity. Don't give your man an ultimatum; if he isn't ready, then accept his answer with grace.
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Pop the question! You can get down on one knee if you want, or simply ask him. Try to let go of your nerves and cherish the moment; it could be the start of your own happy ever after.
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