Most people who enter marriage have realised that, as much as we gain friendship, we have to give up certain personal liberties for the sake of the union. Therefore, having a sober mind and clear focus will place you in a position to make informed choices. Here are some tips:
1.Get involved in everyday activities with passion; live life without regrets.
2. Don’t be overly anxious about getting married; don’t look desperate.
3. Don’t put your life on hold, live and let the partner you’re looking for find you living your way.
4. Don’t be deceived that marriage will provide a solution to your loneliness.
5. Learn to solve the problems you face before you make a commitment to marry.
6. Figure out what your bottom line is or what you are not willing to forego for the sake of getting married.
7. Don’t assume that getting married will “fix” anything you face.
8. Carefully examine your personal desires and motives.
9. Talk confidently and openly about your fears and attractions where necessary.
10. Don’t compromise your values and core commitments; marriage is not all there is to live for.
11. Only commit to someone when you are both prepared to accept the entire package.
12. Don’t let others pressure you into making a decision you might live to regret.
13. Guard and guide your heart instead of following it.
14. Purpose not to place your ultimate hope in marriage; desire marriage without seeing it as an end in itself.
15. Have someone who can hold you accountable when need be.
16. Place self-control and obedience above desire and passion.
17. Remain physically and emotionally attractive.
18. Be clear as to why you want to get married .
19. Strive to be guided by love and well thought-out convictions rather than by external pressure from people or lust.
20. Learn to be more patient.
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