Love Journey

Clarity Over Confusion: Is He Serious or Wasting Your Time?


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How do you know if he’s serious about building a future with you—or if he’s just enjoying the benefits of your presence with no real plan for commitment? In this heart-to-heart Q&A episode, we’re answering two real listener questions:

  1. How can you tell when a man is serious and not just stringing you along?
  2. What should you do when you've been dating someone for years… and there’s still no ring?

Elana offers biblically grounded, practical wisdom to help you discern intentions, set healthy standards, and stop wasting emotional energy on relationships with no direction. If you’ve ever felt stuck in confusion or been afraid of asking for clarity—this episode is your breakthrough.

What You'll Learn:

  • 4 signs a man is serious about you
  • How to recognize the difference between commitment and convenience
  • What to do if your relationship has stalled without a plan for marriage
  • A biblical framework for clarity conversations
  • The power of honoring your values, even if it means walking away


Checkpoint Challenge:

📝 Write out your definition of a “serious man” in dating.

✍️ Make a list of 5–7 clear behaviors that represent commitment to you.

📅 Set a checkpoint on your calendar (60 or 90 days) to reflect on whether the relationship is progressing—or if it’s time to part ways.


Next Steps:

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Love JourneyBy Elana Patton