Don�t some profess to be looking for the perfect partner, Mr. or Ms. Right? I don�t believe �perfection� exists. You can have a perfect day, a perfect piece of artwork, but I don�t believe in a perfect human being. We all have our faults. The only thing I can describe is the type of individual that I feel would be a good match for me. Do I believe he exists? Most definitely. I don�t feel there is only person for each of us. I believe we�re capable of being in a satisfying relationship with just about any other person. The key to that is �How hard do you want to work toward having a lasting relationship with someone?� If it becomes too much work, then maybe it�s time to move on. If you feel this person might be right for you, don�t just ask yourself if you feel you could live the rest of your life with this person. Ask yourself, �Is this person someone I can live without?�

Have you seriously thought about the kind of person you�re looking for, the personality traits and temperament you desire? It�s been my experience that most people don�t really know what they want. How will you know if someone is right for you if you haven�t at least made a mental list of the qualities you seek? Make your list and rank traits in order of importance. And make a list of qualities you find undesirable too. When you�re getting to know someone new, mentally check off the person�s traits against your lists.

Everyone defines a relationship differently, may have different boundaries. What one may consider acceptable, the other may not. Maybe she isn�t fond of your Saturday �boys night out.� Or maybe you don�t like being alone three weekends a month while she visits friends in a different town. If he�s looking for a spouse and she�s just out to have a good time and play the field, both will probably end up disappointed. When you do find a person you connect with, it�s wise to ask questions, find out what their ideal relationship consists of. If you�re not operating in a similar arena, does it make sense to continue?

I feel the key to finding the right person is through communication. I don�t feel couples talk enough during the dating process, not about the things that are important. So you both like the same football teams, the same food, the same movies. Will that sustain you through the bumps you�re likely to encounter during your relationship? The beliefs, morals and values a person possesses are extremely important. Find out what your Mr. or Ms. Right values in life, their goals, their hopes, dreams and wishes, what kind of things are important to them. And base your assessment of the relationship on those things are important.