It’s been a couple months, and a dozen dates. You’ve been having fun. The conversation is great. The sex is better. You find yourself kinda giddy and dreamy throughout the day, thinking about all the fun you and your Whatever have been enjoying. In fact, the only negative thought you’ve had in the last couple weeks is “what if he (or she) is doing all that awesome stuff with someone else?”

And now, the question game. Should you guys remain single, seeing each other casually and hooking up, or being together exclusively and making it “official”? While you might think OBC is anti-relationship, the truth is we’re pro-Waiting-Till-You’re-Absolutely-Sure, so why not sit down, take out a pad of paper, and ask yourself these questions to decide if you’re TRULY ready for a relationship.

1. Are you ready to make joint-decisions?

Once you’re in a committed relationship, it becomes time to make shared decisions. Every night is no longer yours to do as you please, as your new significant other would probably appreciate a little heads up before you hit up da clubz. For some people, this is an issue… they like their independence and the idea of anyone telling them what (or what not) to do sounds like nightmare. If this is you – STAY SINGLE. If you’re a person that feels ready to plan your nights with someone else in mind, then it sounds like you’re ready… GO STEADY!

2. Are you ready to be monogamous?

Oftentimes, people mistake the lovey-dovey feeling they get around their new fling for true love, and believe they are ready to settle down and be exclusive. However, a few months into exclusivity, they realize that they still lust over other people and have the same desire to have fun, casual hook ups. So before you make the jump, truly ask yourself if hooking up with one person for the next year (or longer) sounds like something you’re able to do. If not – STAY SINGLE. If you’re ready to experiment only with positions and not with other people… GO STEADY!

3. Are you ready to get to the comfort level?

Even after a few months, many people have only seen the best of the person sharing their bed. Girls still take their time getting ready and wake up to look in the mirror and rinse their mouths in the morning, and guys are still keeping their gross habits to themselves. After becoming exclusive, it’s time to expect the possibility of nights spent in wearing sweatpants, less makeup, guys scratching their balls and allowing their farts to become part of normal conversation. Some people are not planning on this kind of level of comfort until their are way past dating age, and to you, I say, STAY SINGLE! On the other hand, this comfortable, easy-going part of relationships is what some people look forward to, and to them, I say GO STEADY!

Are there any other questions you think people should ask themselves before getting into monogamous relationships? Let us know in the comments!