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Petrie_Ja
Just Said Yes November 2023

Is 25 a good age to get engaged?

Petrie_Ja, on March 25, 2022 at 5:26 AM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 15

My boyfriend recently proposed to me, we have been dating for a year, we are both 25 years old,He loves me so much, but I am not sure if he is my true love,Is 25 years old too early?

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Latest activity by Sky, on May 7, 2022 at 6:58 AM
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    Dedicated June 2022
    Whitney ·
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    If you aren't sure, then you shouldn't get married, regardless of how old you are.

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  • Taylor
    VIP October 2022
    Taylor ·
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    No 25 is a perfectly acceptable age but if you’re not sure or you think it’s too soon then you should NOT get married. It’s a huge commitment and not an easy one to back out of if you change your mind later
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    Super September 2022
    Sarah ·
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    Age does not matter in this scenario. Whether you’re 18, 25, or 45 you need to be sure you want to spend the rest of your life with this person.
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  • Sarah
    Super September 2022
    Sarah ·
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    I’m 25 and engaged.. there’s no set time on when to get engaged.. we also have 3 beautiful daughters together and have been dating 8 years (will be 9 in November)
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  • Lydia
    Devoted December 2022
    Lydia ·
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    We got engaged at 22 after dating for four years, and on our original wedding date (postponed due to COVID) we were 24- we’ll be 25 and have been together for over seven years, engaged for over three years on our wedding day
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  • Grace
    Super February 2022
    Grace ·
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    25 is not too early to get married but if you are "not sure he is the live of your life" then your age is probably not the problem here. Marriage is something you should be sure about, regardless of your age. Don't settle for "good enough" only to discover you are miserable in the long term!
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  • Ayanna
    Devoted November 2023
    Ayanna ·
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    The age is fine! The fact that you are unsure is not. You should marry him when you're sure!
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  • Vicki
    Dedicated February 2023
    Vicki ·
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    Did you already say yes? That presents more of a problem. But even if you did you can just say to him you’re not sure if you’re ready to get married, and you’d like to continue dating for awhile more. And maybe put the engagement on hold. Or if you really know for sure then don’t stay with him at all. But don’t get married if you’re not sure.
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  • Mcskipper
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    Mcskipper ·
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    If it feels too early for you, it is too early.
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  • Molly
    Expert August 2021
    Molly ·
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    I was 24 on my wedding day. But I was sure my husband was my forever person. It could be too early for you if you're questioning.

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    Colleen ·
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    Definitely not "too young" to get married. I was engaged at 23, almost 24. Married at 25. But age doesn't necessarily matter if you're not ready or not sure. Why exactly are you feeling this way? Is it anxiety, or you just dont love your significant other anymore? Or do you feel it's too soon because you've been together only a year? I think you need to determine what is making you feel this way.
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    Expert August 2023
    Elly ·
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    Sooooo here is my opinion:

    -Is it too young? No.
    -Is it too early? Maybe.

    He cares for you, and that is a great start! But maybe you need to do some searching and praying to see what is making you hesitant.

    I think it is find to have moments of doubt, or really reflecting on the question, "Am I really ready for this for the rest of my life? " Most people won't admit to having these thoughts, or play up the "When you know, you know" fairy tale/ optimist thinking to the nth degree.

    As a realist, I believe in approaching life with both eyes wide open, and acknowledging both the good and bad. From a purely scientific standpoint, the human brain doesn't reach full maturity until about age 25. Now, some people have a significant amount of life experience at that age to know what it is they're looking for, and are ready. Others may want to wait a couple of years, go through a few more seasons as a couple before a wedding, and being engaged for at least another year. Sometimes being a little older and seeing that the other person is like, or building each other up when the chips are down helps give perspective as how life will progress when married.

    Some couples are concerned about having children, what their fertility, health, and energy will be, and want to start earlier.

    When to get married, and when to have children or not have children is entirely up to you and your fiancé.

    I strongly suggest doing some soul searching, and at the very least, premarital counseling. When you are in a neutral environment, and you can both voice your opinions, concerns, and learn more in depth about what the commitment of marriage entails.

    Remember: A wedding is a free party everyone wants to attend. The marriage is the day-to-day, year-by-year promise you live out with each other. Unless you are very fortunate, you may at some point find yourself relying on your fiancé alone. If you are having questions regarding either of your abilities to handle problems or communication, this is definitely something you need to address and decide on before going to the altar.

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    Melle ·
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    25 age wise is fine.

    but you sound unsure to begin with

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    Devoted August 2022
    Emily ·
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    I don't think age has anything to do with it. You haven't been together for very long though, and if your heart isn't in it, you shouldn't go through with it.

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    Sky ·
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    Age doesn't always matter, and if you are not that 100% sure you shouldn't get married.

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