Tips On How To Propose
Posted by Jessica Sharpe on Tue, Feb 21, 2012
Knowing how to propose is as important as knowing when and where to propose (and to whom, of course!). It can also be the part of the engagement proposal that seems hardest to figure out. It doesn’t have to be, though. Thinking through how to propose marriage to your partner will make it seem easier, so be sure to plan what you’re going to say. In the meantime, here’s a list of things to keep in mind that will help you know how to propose.
Relax. You’re talking to the best friend in your life, the person you’ll spend the rest of your life with. Your partner isn’t going to laugh at you as you try to figure out how to propose -- and if your partner does laugh at you, then maybe that’s not the person for you.
Smile. Your partner makes you happy, right? If you’re wondering how to propose, imagine yourself doing it and imagine the smile it will put on your partner’s face. Making your partner happy is a big part of knowing how to propose, and thinking about that should show the path pretty clearly for you.
Be honest. While you’re planning out how to propose, you’ll be thinking about why you love your partner. Part of knowing how to propose means sharing your innermost thoughts about your partner -- what you love most, how you knew you were in love, the goals you want to achieve with this person.
Be comfortable. When you’re thinking about how to propose, think about places you like to be together -- a favorite bar where you listen to music, sporting events you go to, plays and so on. Think about where you feel most alive and in touch with your partner -- shopping for antiques on weekends, traveling, hiking or hanging out at home. Thinking about these things can give you ideas about how to propose.
Plan it, but don’t freak out. While it takes a little work to know how to propose and make a memorable engagement proposal, it’s not the end of the world if you mess it up a little bit. You of course don’t want to say things you don’t mean or embarrass your partner, but if, when the moment comes, you lose your head a little bit and forget your plans about how to propose, your partner will most likely be understanding and find your excitement endearing. How you propose will certainly make a good story, one you will enjoy throughout your marriage.
How you propose is up to you, and there are many “right ways” to do it. In the end, though, the point is that you propose, not necessarily how you propose. How are you planning on proposing to your partner?
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