Adapting the rhythms of your life to accommodate each other on an ongoing basis. Once this step is reached, any further step (including simply remaining in the relationship) can be considered an implied commitment toward intentions of a shared future. Transitioning to unbarriered vaginal/anal intercourse, if applicable (except if that would present unwanted pregnancy risk). Having expectations, or making explicit agreements, for sexual and romantic exclusivity and ending other intimate relationships, if any. Mutual declarations of love, presenting in public as a couple (becoming an “us”), adopting and using common relationship role labels (“my boyfriend,” etc.). Romantic courtship gestures or rituals, emotional investment (“falling in love”), and almost certainly sexual contact (except for religiously or socially conservative people). Flirting, casual/occasional dates, and sex (possibly).
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