He's cute, fun, smart and you can't stop thinking about him. You're already three steps ahead of the game, mentally planning weddings, children and that giant house with the white picket fence. Finally, after all these years, the perfect relationship has finally been found. Happily ever after sure feels good, huh? Not so fast. While many men may seem ideal after just a few weeks of dating, upon closer inspection, there can be warning signs that you should avoid a relationship with this person. It is important to recognize these warning signs before it's too late.

If your SO has been distracted, down in the dumps, or if they've been acting differently lately, it could be a sign your partner is dealing with anxiety , depression, or some other mental health issue. While many people are fully aware they've got some struggles going on, not everyone pays close attention to their mental health. Others don't know or want to deal with a problem, and are happy to ignore the signs for as long as possible. In either case, it may be up to the you, the partner, to swoop in and offer some help. This is all thanks to your outside perspective, as well as all that time you spend together as a couple. So, if your partner seems a bit off, definitely express your concerns.

It was at one time a sacred oath taken by two people, a rite of passage truly meant to last for life. Even if both people have decided to go their own way, the separating is just as meaningful and should require as much care as the wedding. Not just anyone can replace your spouse. This path has a life of its own in the marriage and will never be replaced by swapping partners. Marriage is so much more than a checkbox you tick off or a Facebook status or something you want to do to fit in with your friends. No self-help author, counselor, or any other expert has all the answers for everyone.