Engagement Proposals should be a piece of cake

There are things that one should do and things that one should avoid when proposing to your other half. In this guide, we will examine things one should and shouldn't consider. At the beginning, we will present you with things that are a surefire recipe for disaster and then move on to the things that will boost your chances of your loved one saying yes!

What NOT to Do:

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Do not propose to your significant other in public if he/she is anxious, shy or introverted. Respect your loved one's character. This will increase your chances of him/her saying yes to your engagement proposal. Showing that you care for them and that you take them seriously creates mutual respect, which is the key to a future together.

Do not trap your significant other with your expectations. This is a big step toward your shared future and sometimes this question is a little bit much to handle.  Let it sink in their minds and discuss it at a later time if they need some extra days to think about it! It is natural!

Do not hide engagement rings and presents inside food. It is not romantic and it is a choking hazard! If you want to surprise your loved one you have to be elegant and mature about this upcoming holy union. No jewellery inside the food! Yes to going to your and your other half's favourite restaurant for a romantic engagement proposal dinner.

Don't propose at a sports game. It is the most non-romantic option and has nothing to do with love and respect. The shouts, chaos and tension in these venues are qualities that you would never want to have in your marriage.

Don't propose in front of your family, their family or friends. We cannot stress this enough. Proposing in front of family and friends is awkward and forceful. You do not need to trap your significant other with family/peer pressure. If he/she loves you he/she would have said yes anyway! Life is better when things happen naturally.

Don't make it too complicated. You should not overcomplicate things. Behave calmly when you want to propose and keep it simple. The simple solutions are in most cases the best and most natural.

Don't propose too early in the relationship.  Usually, you want to be sure about the person you are dealing with. Acting impulsively is not advised as you stake your whole future on this move. You should find a compatible partner before committing to an engagement and subsequently a wedding. Also, proposing too early in a relationship drastically decreases your probability of the other person saying yes.

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What you SHOULD Do:

Test the Waters and see if he/she is thinking about the relationship the same way as you. If you commit to a relationship too much but the feelings are not mutual the outcome is not very pleasant.

Prepare yourself and find an engagement ring: After you make sure that the feelings are mutual and that engagement is the natural progression of your relationship, you have to scout for the perfect ring. See what stone is your partner's favourite. there are many possible options to pick from, the most famous ones of the bunch are the diamond engagement ring, the emerald engagement ring and the emerald engagement ring, with moissanite and ruby engagement rings as a close second.

Make it a surprise. This is another crucial step to make this count. The element of surprise is desired. Surprising your loved one is one of the best ways to show your love. It shows your meticulous and loving nature and the fact that you go to great lengths to satisfy your loved one.

Talk to their parents first if you find it necessary. Parental approval is old-fashioned but showing your intentions and your seriousness about your proposal to his or her relatives is always desired!

Consider a dummy ring. Many people nowadays consider proposing dummy rings. Dummy rings are rings especially created to propose in order to decrease the commitment of buying an expensive ring for an uncertain situation. If she says yes you get to pick the engagement ring together! If she says no you did not have to spend a fortune.

Do be creative. Find the perfect way to propose without making a fool of yourself. This can be done by knowing what your loved one wants.

Do drop to one knee. Chivalry is not dead as people may want you to believe. Being the prince or princess of his/her dreams starts with your own manners! Kneeling may seem old-fashioned but it will show your love, respect and adherence to chivalry.

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Conclusion

All in all proposing is easier than one might think in the end. If you stick to the general rules of respect, personal space and love you will be able to experience a unique moment that only rarely happens in one's lifetime. A shared romantic, landmark experience that leads to the union of a lifetime. Life could not get better!