Marriage Prep

Three things I would like to discuss regarding dating! The first is what I am going to call "The Dating Filter." Next I will explain the Know-quo, and the three P's of dating.
So first, the Dating Filter, my friends.

Let me explain. First, we date those who fit in with our propinquity, in other words, who is convenient in location or kinship or culture or similarities.  Then comes the first filter- physical attraction, it is inevitable. Then there will be a series of other filters (as shown) and eventually all these filters will narrow your search down to one! So, yes, I thought that was an interesting way to look at the dating game- if you will.
Next I want to talk about the KnoQuo.  There are three essential things that are needed in order to know the person you dating well enough to know if they would be good to marry.

1. Talk (mutual disclosure.)
• It is crucial both partners are invested with disclosure so both know the other well.
2. Time (less than 3 months, you don't know them well enough.)
• The infatuation and raging hormones calm down at around 3 months and you can think practically.
3. Togetherness (variety of situations paralleled to marriage.)
• Dating, variety of intentional dates that put in your introspective situations.

The third aspect I would like to talk about is The three p's of dating and I would like to show the relation with the three p's of a father in the home (both of these p's are in taught in the Church of Jesus Christ and Latter Day Saints.) You can tell how ready someone is for Fatherhood, by how they date, you  know!

1. Planned Ahead....Similar to Preside
• Making everything is squared away and taking charge of the date.
2. Paid for....Similar to Provide
• Making sure all needs are met.
3. Paired off....Similar to Protect
• Take care of your date, make sure they are comfortable.