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Everything is going hunky-dory, or so you thought, until you started to sense something about him that’s quite unusual. Do you think ring might be coming?

One of the most common signs your boyfriend is going to propose soon is if he starts to act differently. For more possible signs he’s hiding a proposal, here are other subtle indicators to look out for.

If you find at least seven of these signs affirmative, then he is surely dropping the hints!

This may not be the first thing you’ll notice but a shift in topic interest could be one of the signs your boyfriend is going to propose. Let’s put it this way— you’ve known him long enough to expect his uneasy expression or a subtle shift in conversation whenever you bring up the issue of marriage.

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According to Dr. Gail Saltz, M.D., an expert on a variety of psychological and mental health issues, especially those pertaining to stress and anxiety, emotional well-being, relationships, “Talking commitment makes some men vulnerable to being hurt, to feeling trapped, to living up to an expectation, to having responsibility, to contemplating their future and giving up their past.” This may mean that he is not into a more serious commitment or simply not ready yet.

However, you may have noticed your boyfriend is more engaged recently. In fact, nowadays the topic about marriage, future family, and everything in between has become one of the easier chats you have. He may even put down his phone to talk more in depth about it and what you’re interested in.

He Becomes More Conscious About Saving Money

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Have you noticed that your boyfriend has suddenly become enthralled with the idea of saving money and tightening his financial belt? This is particularly sketchy!

Engagement is a big step, so it’s not a decision most men take lightly. If there is one word associated with getting married, it most likely has to do with ‘preparation’. For most men, once they find the one they want to spend the rest of their lives with, they make sure they are not just emotionally prepared, but also financially able.

Many men believe that becoming engaged is just a prelude to the tidal wave of incoming expenses such as a wedding, a house, and kids. Getting themselves set up with a strong emergency savings account at this time means less anxiety later on as the head of his future family. Read on for more signs your boyfriend is going to propose anytime soon.

He Is Secretly Assessing Your Ring Size

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You might not realize it until you read here, when one of your rings goes missing and then strangely reappears in the same location, your partner could be conducting some ring size research! Yes, we think so.

One of the most difficult challenges a man faces while planning or preparing for a wedding proposal is determining your ring size in a subtle manner. Of course, since he’s keeping every part of the proposal a surprise, he won’t ask you directly the question. He understands that if you say yes to him, you’ll both want the ring to fit perfectly. Added to clear signs your boyfriend is going to propose!

He Often Mingles With Your Family Or Close Friends

man talking with father in law

He clearly goes both ways: permission and support. This may sound old-fashioned, but he understands that if there are people who deserve to be part of your most awaited moment, that would be your loved ones.  He could be reaching out to your best friend, siblings, or parents — particularly Daddy! Have you noticed that he’s become best buddies with your father all of a sudden? The tradition of asking a father for his daughter’s hand in marriage has stood the test of time. Include that to signs of a proposal coming!

He Is Acting Out Of Character When You’re Around

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The thought of a wedding proposal and asking a woman to marry could be one of the most terrifying experience for most men. Some of the obvious signs your boyfriend is going to propose is when he acts a little weird, nervous, panicked, or probably sweaty. As we all know, some things are easier said than done. Read on for more signs of a proposal coming!

He Keeps A Distance When On The Phone

man keeping a secret in his phone

You can’t help but doubt your partner’s loyalty when he hides his phone from you. Is he being unfaithful to you? If your partner is overly possessive of his phone, he’s most certainly hiding something from you! Did he purposefully turn his phone away from you so you couldn’t see the person with whom he’s conversing? Is he keeping his distance when the phone rings? You can be skeptical all you want, but be careful not to spoil a surprise he’s planning for you. If other happenings also point to signs he’s hiding a proposal, it’s better to give him the benefit of the doubt on this one.

He Is Excited For Upcoming Occasions

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He must seem excited as he scans the calendar, is it your birthday? Anniversary? Or any date that’s special for you or to you both? When your partner proposes on a special date, it makes it easy to include the people who are most important to you. Not only that, according to Hollis Starks, a wedding designer of Hollis Starks & Co. “The element of surprise would certainly be enhanced by proposing on the bride’s birthday”. Choosing a special date in this way will allow your partner more leeway to prepare a surprise proposal for you. It is definitely one of the signs your boyfriend is going to propose.

He Becomes More Into You

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He was fascinated with you since the start, but this time you’ve gotten his attention twice as much. Is he getting increasingly more interested in learning about you more than ever before? That’s because he thinks he has found enough reason to settle down.

If your man isn’t very good at expressing himself, there are a number of indications and motions to watch out for if you’re trying to figure out what he’s up to. He’s giving you nice gifts for no reason, he’s more gentle on you than he used to be, he cuddles with you a lot more, and he pays more attention to what you say because he might be looking for a deeper meaning and connection. If these gestures grow more frequent or extravagant, it could be one of the signs he’s hiding a proposal and an engagement ring is on the way!

He Seems To Be Head-Over-Heels In Love Everyday

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Lately, you noticed him always telling you how much he loves and adores you. He is constantly showering you with words of love, care, kindness, and affection in both verbal and nonverbal ways. You’re loving it, but find him a little weird!  Is your curiosity driving you crazy? Once your man recognizes that he is ready for commitment, everything about you will pique his interest. This just signifies that you are worth keeping for him! And yes, that’s definitely one of the signs your boyfriend is going to propose. And last but not the least among signs of a proposal coming,

He Asks You For A Special Date

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Your boyfriend may become uncomfortable and apprehensive before he asks you these four magical words: “Will you marry me?” He understands that no matter how it is done, the marriage proposal tale will be something you will be proud of and tell everyone about. So, clearly, the pressure is on for him to come up with a unique way to pop the question.

There are a plethora of options available to him, and he will undoubtedly consider what is best for you. In most cases, men choose to do it over a special and well-arranged moment to make sure it will be something you will remember for the rest of your life. So, if going to a high-end restaurant or inviting you over for a romantic picnic isn’t something you regularly do, perhaps something pleasant you’ve been looking forward to awaits you there! These are just some of the weird signs he is going to propose, or signs he’s hiding a proposal.

Ending Thoughts

These may be some of the telltale indicators you’re looking for, but even if they’re evident, we urge that you keep your expectations low. According to a study, our expectations can create significant stress when they don’t match up to reality. But if you think your instinct is true, then maybe it’s time to learn the things you need to do after the wedding proposal— just make sure not to ruin his effort of surprising you!

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