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With all this dreaming, you would think that you\u2019d feel prepared once the moment finally came. That you know everything there is to know about becoming engaged. The problem is, there are many things that people never talk about when it comes to the popping of the<\/em> question.
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1. You have just entered your own secret bubble<\/h2>\n

Being engaged lands you somewhere in between being single and married, and it\u2019s a moment that many can\u2019t relate to unless they are in it themselves. Your married friends will begin to shower you with advice, and your single friends, while supportive, inevitably feel a little distanced.<\/p>\n

2. You might suffer an identity crisis<\/h2>\n

Having a ring on your finger suddenly highlights that very soon you will become someone more than just yourself. You\u2019ll become a wife and maybe have to change your name. This could lead to children, a mortgage, and a whole host of other responsibilities you might not be used to.<\/p>\n

3. You\u2019ll have to tell your proposal story over and over<\/h2>\n

The first time you\u2019ve shared your proposal story and showed off the ring is exhilarating, but it soon becomes old. If retelling the same story over and over doesn\u2019t sound like something you want to get used to, try creating a wedding website. Invite friends and family to click on a link and start the page with the story of your love, which led to the happy proposal.<\/p>\n

4. There\u2019s always one party pooper<\/h2>\n

You may have been together for a long time and know in heart that this is the man for you, but there is always one person who will question your decision to say yes. Don\u2019t dwell on it. Anyone who knows you well will know how perfect you are for one another.<\/p>\n

5. You won\u2019t be able to stop looking at the ring<\/h2>\n

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6. You\u2019ll have an excuse to watch cheesy TV<\/h2>\n

Reality shows such as \u201cFour Weddings\u201d and \u201cI Found the Gown\u201d may be a little cheesy, but they can be great sources of inspiration when planning your big day. You can also rent movies, such as \u201cFather of the Bride\u201d and \u201cMy Best Friend\u2019s Wedding\u201d for tips and tricks, and most important what not to do <\/em>when planning your big day.<\/p>\n

7. You\u2019ll be asked when the date is before you\u2019ve even had time to breathe<\/h2>\n

He may have asked you only moments ago, but already people want to know what the date of the wedding will be, where abouts you will have it, and who your bridesmaids will be. Be prepared for an ambush of questions, and spend some time perfecting non-committal answers until you\u2019re ready to announce the details.<\/p>\n

8. Your partner might need time to relax<\/h2>\n

Before you jump into planning every little detail, be sensitive to the fact that your fiance has just planned out your proposal and splurged on a beautiful ring. Give him a moment to relax and recoup some finances before dragging him around to 50 different venues. Besides, it\u2019s important to enjoy being \u201cjust engaged\u201d.<\/p>\n

9. You will have doubts<\/h2>\n

No matter how confident you are in your relationship, there will be a moment during your engagement when you think to yourself \u201cam I doing the right thing?\u201d. Having doubts is normal, and it will help if you can openly communicate them. Naming the feeling will usually be enough to clear the air and dispel the doubt.<\/p>\n

10. Your relationship will feel different<\/h2>\n

By becoming engaged, you have essentially just said to each other that you will be committed to one another forever. No matter how long you\u2019ve been together, that suddenly makes your relationship very serious. Make sure that you take time to do normal things with your new fiance, and don\u2019t make any drastic changes straight away – instead ease into it<\/p>\n

11. You risk upsetting a friend<\/h2>\n

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12. There will be times of frustrations<\/h2>\n

You are both entitled to your own opinions, and you might not always see eye to eye on the arrangements. The important thing is to compromise and discuss your frustrations rationally.<\/p>\n

13. It\u2019s not really your day<\/h2>\n

There are a lot of people to please when it comes to weddings and you\u2019ll soon realise that it\u2019s everyone else\u2019s day and not yours. Your mum, your dad, your grandmother and your best friend will all have their opinions, but remember to have your own say and ultimately listen to your fiance.<\/p>\n

14. Your fiance will become addicted to Pinterest<\/h2>\n

This one\u2019s more for the boys \u2026<\/em> Don\u2019t expect to have too many interactions with your future wife in the build up to your big day. She will most likely have her eyes firmly attached to Pinterest, and won\u2019t appreciate you disturbing her.<\/p>\n

15. People will expect a baby before long<\/h2>\n

As soon as you announce your plans to marry, your grandmother will start knitting booties. Be ready to face the question \u201cHow long before you start trying?\u201d, even before the wedding has happened. The best response? Just smile, nod, and change the topic as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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