Last Updated on January 9, 2023 by Sarah Smith
15 signs you are unofficially dating
You’ve been seeing someone for a while, and you’re starting to wonder if this person is more than just a friend. They’re there when you need them and they make you smile when you don’t want to do anything at all. They’re also very open about their feelings and feelings toward other people — something that can be scary for most people in the beginning stages of dating because we don’t always know what those feelings mean! If these signs apply to your relationship, congratulations: You might be officially dating!
You have a nickname for each other.
If you and your partner have a nickname for each other, it’s a sign of affection. It shows that you’re comfortable with each other, and it can make them feel special—especially if there is something unique about their name or how they look that makes it easy to remember. If a relationship develops from this level of familiarity and trust, then I’d say it was officially dating!
However: not all nicknames are created equal! For example, maybe one person calls their significant other “Boo” while another calls them “Brown Dog” because they like dogs so much (or whatever). In this case, these nicknames would probably be considered inappropriate by most people outside the relationship itself; however, if both parties have grown accustomed enough over time through spending time together as friends before becoming more serious romantic partners, then that would likely still be acceptable behavior within society at large today.
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Your friends and family have met them.
If your friends and family have met them, you’re officially dating. This is a sign that the two of you are serious about moving forward with a relationship. It also shows that both parties feel comfortable enough to introduce their respective families to one another at some point in the future.
They have a key to your place.
When it comes to signs you are in a relationship, having a key to your place is one of the most significant. This is because it means that both parties have reached an agreement about what will happen when they’re not together and who should be responsible for keeping the door locked if one person needs to leave for any reason. It’s also indicative of trust and commitment on both sides. The fact that you would give up control over your home—and even the ability to come and go as you please—indicates how much he cares about you and wants to invest in making sure he can keep coming home safely every day.
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You do things as a couple (e.g., shopping, going out to eat, etc.)
You do things as a couple.
You go shopping together, and you enjoy it.
You go out to eat together, and you enjoy it.
You do other activities together that are normally done alone (e.g., hiking).
You find yourself thinking about them during the day, but don’t want to be seen as too eager if you text them first.
You find yourself thinking about them during the day, but don’t want to be seen as too eager if you text them first.
This is a sign that you’re officially dating someone, but also that you’re worried about being seen as too eager. You want to talk to this person, but it’s awkward because everyone else knows what’s going on in your life and may be confused by any sudden changes in behavior or appearance (like an uncharacteristic smile). So instead of making direct eye contact with someone who could potentially be your partner for life, all of your attention goes towards avoiding the awkwardness of getting caught staring at him/her without saying anything at all—which would be much worse than actually talking!
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You are both open with how much you make and your debt load.
You’re not just talking about your salary at work, or how much money you have in the bank. You’re also able to share what you pay for rent or other bills, which can be useful if one person is paying more than the other (or vice versa). It’s important that these conversations happen without judgment or shame; they’re a good way to show each other that they are both responsible people who care about their finances.
You know how they take their coffee or tea (and you remember without fail).
If you know the perfect way to make their coffee or tea, it’s a sign that you’re close. Even if your friends don’t understand why you’re so obsessed with it—and even if they think it’s weird—they’ll still be impressed by the fact that you remember what they like without fail. This is not just about coffee and tea; this is about remembering little details about each other’s life and preferences (even if those preferences aren’t necessarily yours). It shows that there are no barriers between two people, which means communication will flow easily between them as well.
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You’ve gone on multiple dates and have even spent the night together without having sex.
As you continue to spend time together, it’s important that you understand each other better. You should be able to talk about your likes and dislikes, what makes you tick, how long it takes for one of your friends to get over an ex, or why they can’t find the right guy. This isn’t just about sex; it’s also about building a relationship based on trust and compatibility.
If this sounds like something that would make sense for both of us—and if we can agree on not rushing into anything before we know each other better—then perhaps I am officially dating myself!
You’ve met their family and/or friends (and they’ve met yours).
If you’ve met each other’s family and/or friends, it’s time to consider the possibility that you’re in a relationship. This can happen whether or not there’s been a physical encounter yet; if your partner has introduced you to their family members, it means that they’ve given them some level of trust and respect. They may also be trying to see how much information about themselves they can share before coming clean about who they are (and why).
If this is happening with both of you, then congratulations! You have officially begun dating. Now all that remains is deciding how long it will last—and whether or not either one of your families will mind when their son starts seeing another woman every weeknight at 7:00 p.m.
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They’ve told you they love you… or at least think they might be in love with you.
If a guy has told you he loves or thinks he might be in love with you and has also told you that he wants to spend the rest of his life with you, this is an indicator that things are getting serious. This isn’t just a fling or a one-night stand; this is an official relationship.
It’s important to remember that these signs don’t necessarily mean anything if they come from someone who doesn’t really know what love means at all, so make sure the person telling them isn’t just saying it because they think it sounds good.
They show respect for your belief system, even if it is different from theirs (be this religious, political or personal).
This is a sign that you’re dating. If your partner respects your belief system and doesn’t judge you for it, then he or she is likely someone with whom you can have a long-term relationship.
If this person doesn’t care about religion, politics or personal beliefs—and they never try to change them—they’re probably not interested in getting involved in any of those things with you. Instead of trying to convince you why their way is better than yours (which will only result in an argument), they’ll simply accept that there are different ways for people to see things and work together because no one person has all the answers (even if they think so).
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They may have an extra toothbrush at your house, or vice versa. It’s not something you plan for, it just sort of happens.
You may have an extra toothbrush at your house, or vice versa. It’s not something you plan for, it just sort of happens. You may not even notice it at first. But if you do and it isn’t intentional (and neither of you is trying to hide the fact that there are two toothbrushes in your bathroom), then chances are good that someone has been spending time with each other in their own homes outside of the official date nights that have been planned by friends or family members who are still involved with both parties’ lives post-breakup (or even pre-breakup).
It means that they’re comfortable enough with one another to use their own things without worrying about whether or not someone else is using them too! This can also be applied more generally—if someone has been over frequently enough recently (and during better times), it might mean they’ve fallen out of love with their partner; but if they don’t come by as often anymore… well…
They start asking about what’s important to you — what makes you happy, what would make life easier for you — and act on those things.
When you start dating someone, it’s important to take a step back and ask yourself: “Is this person my dream partner?” If the answer is yes, then it’s time to start thinking about how they make you feel. The best way to determine if this person is truly your dream date is by paying attention to their actions.
For example: If your new boyfriend/girlfriend does something that makes your day better or easier (toilet paper on the floor instead of in the trash), that’s a sign that they care about your happiness. It shows them taking initiative and making things easier for themselves as well as others around them — which means they’re always thinking ahead instead of just living in the moment (which can get messy).
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Conclusion
If you’re wondering how to tell if a relationship is official, the best advice I can give is to ask yourself these three questions: Do your friends and family know each other? Does he or she have a key to your place? Do the pair of you do things together as a couple (e.g., shopping, going out to eat)? If so, then it’s probably official!
