{"id":83048,"date":"2016-07-12T02:00:30","date_gmt":"2016-07-12T09:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=83048"},"modified":"2016-07-11T14:56:09","modified_gmt":"2016-07-11T21:56:09","slug":"questions-to-ask-before-saying-i-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/questions-to-ask-before-saying-i-do\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Questions to Ask Before Saying “I Do”"},"content":{"rendered":"

It seems like everyone is getting engaged these days. You can’t scroll through Instagram or Facebook without coming upon a freshly manicured hand showing off a gorge diamond ring<\/a>. But we don’t blame them — we’d do the same thing, too.<\/p>\n

While snapping the perfect engagement photo is important, there are much more crucial aspects to consider\u00a0before\u00a0tying the knot. You might think you know your significant other, but the below questions can help you to further understand if you and your partner are meant for “happily ever after.”<\/p>\n

Consider asking the following\u00a010 questions to your future hubby-to-be before saying “I do.”<\/p>\n

How do you react in stressful situations? <\/strong>
\nFrom breaking a phone to getting in a car accident, there are many types of stressful situations. How will your partner react in\u00a0stressful times — both major and minor? Will they stick by your side? Will they stay calm?\u00a0It’s very important to know how they will react to see if you will be able to help each other in tough times.<\/p>\n

Do you want kids? If so, how many?<\/strong>
\nWe know this is an obvious question, but many couples have actually split\u00a0because of lack of transparency on this\u00a0topic. If you know you want kids, make sure you and your fianc\u00e9 are on the same page in terms of how many you want and when you want them.<\/p>\n

What is your ultimate financial goal?<\/strong>
\nMoney can be a tough topic for couples. Once you’re married,\u00a0finances become one and it’s important you know how you both want to spend and save money.\u00a0Having the same financial goals and being open about spending money will help establish ground rules and have a healthy marriage.<\/p>\n

How much time will you spend at work? <\/strong>
\nWork is a priority but you always want to make sure work isn’t the number one\u00a0priority — your marriage is. If there are times work is the top priority, make sure you understand or help your partner understand why.<\/p>\n

Do we have more than just love? <\/strong>
\nIt’s very important to have more than just a passionate relationship. Marriage is hard work and it\u00a0takes more than just passion to keep it healthy. You need to be committed, be able to compromise, and work hard at loving your partner because it will get tough.<\/p>\n

How will we deal with a break in trust? <\/strong>
\nWe believe in no secrets in relationships, but people make mistakes and that trust can be broken. But during those times, it’s important to know that\u00a0you both will work together to rebuild trust and find ways to make the marriage work.<\/p>\n

Do we share a religion? If not, should we share one?<\/strong>
\nBefore you switch\u00a0to another religion just to make your partner\u00a0happy, make sure you’re both on the same page about your spirituality. Spirituality is\u00a0a sensitive topic and it’s crucial\u00a0to cover these grounds and how you want to approach it before tying the knot.<\/p>\n

Is there anything you are not prepared to give up in a marriage?<\/strong>
\nWith marriage comes big sacrifices and small sacrifices. In any successful relationship, compromise and understanding is needed. Ask\u00a0your partner what they\u00a0can and can’t\u00a0compromise and come to a mutual agreement on how to make your relationship work in regards to that.<\/p>\n

Can we comfortably discuss our sexual needs\/preferences with each other?<\/strong>
\nWhile this topic can make many\u00a0uncomfortable, you need to discuss this with your significant other.\u00a0As much as\u00a0an emotional connection is needed in a successful marriage, a physical connection is just as crucial. Being able to be transparent with each other in all areas of your marriage will prove a fruitful one.<\/p>\n

Have you had any health issues? Has your family had any health issues?<\/strong>
\nThis is an extremely important question that may seem like an obvious one, but somehow it manages to get lost in all of the other questions. Make sure you know your partner’s family’s health history so you can know what to expect in the future.<\/p>\n

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