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You may have heard about the “honeymoon phase” of relationships and how exciting it can be, but what exactly is the honeymoon phase and how does it factor into your relationship? Are you in the honeymoon phase or have you moved past it? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the honeymoon phase, including how to tell if you're currently in it and what to do once it's over.
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QuestionHow do you continue after the honeymoon phase?Lauren Sanders is a Professional Matchmaker, Dating Coach, and the Founder of Dating for the Soul. With over four years of experience, she specializes in helping singles find love. Lauren is also the author of Lipstick Faith: A Collection of Inspirational Writings and Life Lessons, You Deserve the World, Rainbows and Strawberries: 100 Devotions for the Brighter Side of Life, and Let's Go Outside Mommy. Lauren holds BS from Dillard University and a Masters from The University of North Georgia.At this point, you will probably stop ignoring the possible red flags in the relationship and will be able to evaluate your partner more in-depth. This will help you decide if you should continue dating this person or not. The answer here depends on what your goals for life are. For example, if you want kids, can you see yourself raising children with this partner? Are your financial styles compatible? If you're not on the same page about the important stuff, it's better to have a serious discussion before your lives become even more intertwined.
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