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[quote=Anonymous]I met DH when I was 25.  We met through mutual friends. I was out dating or out with friends all the time and doing online dating (pre-apps hah), so meeting all sorts of guys, so I think the first thing is just saying yes to any and all social events where you could possibly meet someone and just generally putting yourself out there even if the guy isn’t perfect (esp. physically) on paper - it is a bit of an odds game and early/mid 20s is absolutely the best time numbers-wise to find your person (not that it can’t be done later but there are just fewer opportunities).

Then I think, if you’re looking to get married, you really need to look at the qualities of the guy - is he reliable? Is he trustworthy? Is he generous? Does he put you first? Does he have a good career (or is at least starting the path to one)?  Look at his friends too, are they getting engaged/married, or are they avoiding commitment?

These are not necessarily “exciting” qualities but they are ones that will make a good husband/father and someone who is likely to want to propose/settle down. Don’t waste time with someone you’ll have to convince - you might get what you want but I don’t think it’s a good long-term sign.  And don’t focus on really superficial things, like if he is cute and funny and successful and treats you amazingly but is 5’9”… maybe get over that!

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