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A proposal is a huge deal because it symbolizescouplescommitmentto one another.

The only problem is if their partner hesitates or takes too long to get down on one knee.

Thats the exact predicament a woman found herself in because her boyfriend kept finding ways to delayproposingto her.

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In the end, she had to make a tough choice between staying with him and ending things.

The OP then learned that he had bought a ring because he had asked hersisterfor advice.

Eighteen months later, he still hadnt got down on one knee, which ruined her excitement.

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To understand this situation better,Bored Pandareached out toDr.

She is a writer, therapist, author, and speaker.

She works with theGrit and Grace Projectto guide people in need of support.

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Dr. Zoe explained that men drag their feet for a variety of reasons.

Zoementioned some of the common reasons for men delaying proposals.

A few of the other reasons she mentioned included men not seeing their partner as wife material.

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Even financial security plays an important role in their decision.

Whatever the reason this man delayed the proposal, hisgirlfriendfelt like she couldnt possibly wait any longer.

Unfortunately, his hesitation and empty promises just made her feel all the more resentful.

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She did confront him about it a few times, but he kept giving her excuses.

Its biologically wired in women to seek out someone who can provide and protect them during their childbearing years.

She ended things with him just as they were nearing their anniversary.

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Believe him if he says he isnt ready or needs more time.

Decide how much more time youre willing to give the relationship.

She also said: I know its scary to end a relationship that is otherwise good.

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I know it feels easier to attempt to wait it out.

Ultimately, if he intends to marry you, he wont let you go that easily.

You just saved yourself a bucketload of time.

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