12 signs a woman sees you as her life partner, according to psychology

When two people meet and sparks fly, things can get really complicated really fast. It would be nice if everything was simple and straightforward, but love prefers to take the scenic route.
That means you need some sort of emotional GPS to navigate the signs that she’s looking for an end-game relationship with you.
To that end, here’s a secret decoder ring courtesy of psychology. Happy sleuthing!
1) She thinks you’re hilarious
Why is this one first? Because one of the strongest indications of romantic compatibility is that you get each other’s sense of humor.
In my book, a great sense of humor and comedic timing is an absolute must. The more warped the better. Life is hard and generally absurd. We all need a little levity now and then.
So if your lady thinks you’re hysterical and even laughs at your weak jokes, take that as one for the “W” column. For many women, a killer sense of humor is the greatest aphrodisiac.
2) Her body language speaks volumes
Your love interest may not come straight out and declare her unending love for you. But, according to “Psychology Today,” some of the telltale signs of deep attraction are revealed through her body language.
Does your partner love to be close to you, leaning on you, with her body touching your body? Does she smile a lot and appear relaxed when you’re around? Is her mood lighter in your presence?
Yes? All good news if you’re wondering whether your lady wants to couple up personally. Nothing is ever fool-proof when it comes to love, but body language analysis comes pretty close.
3) She prioritizes quality time with you
If your significant other consistently makes the effort to spend quality time with you, even when she’s crazy-busy, that’s a sure sign that she takes you and your relationship very seriously.
When a woman is ready for a serious relationship, they will always prioritize being with their man, because that’s what’s important to her.
So if she’s never too busy for you, that’s probably because she prefers being in your company to anything else. That’s a pretty solid indication that she’s ready for a real commitment.
4) She remembers the details
If she’s really into you, trust that even if you mention something relatively trivial in passing, she’s paying attention because she wants to know everything about you.
Her mission is to know what’s important to you and your entire backstory so she can keep it in mind for future reference.
Your lady might even revisit a favorite topic of yours or reference something you mentioned in passing. This means she’s not only interested in you but also in the things that matter to you.
5) A shared bucket list
Do you have a bucket list? You know, that list of things you want to see or do before you shuffle off this mortal coil forever?
According to Stanford University, compiling a bucket list allows us to live our best life and practice mindful living.
Obviously, these bucket list items are unique to each person.
If a woman talks about crossing off items on her bucket list with you, it’s a safe bet that she sees the potential for a future with you.
6) She envisions a future with you
It’s not just about the bucket list stuff. If your partner is discussing her future plans with you, she’s probably hoping you’ll be part of them.
So if she’s throwing out moving in together or even marriage, she’s serious about building a life and maybe even a family with you.
7) You’re her go-to guy
Here’s another way you know your partner is for real. If she has exciting news are you the first one she wants to share it with?
Yes? Then you hold a special place in her heart.
And it doesn’t always have to be something life-altering. It can also mean she shares bite-size pieces of information with you regularly so you’re always up to speed with her.
According to psychology, if she’s also asking you for advice or your opinion this speaks volumes. She respects your input and will actively seek it.
When you become a woman’s go-to guy, rest assured that you’re never far from her thoughts. When her world is rocked, for good or ill, you’ll be the first one to know.
8) She uses “we” statements
Does your S.O. refer to herself with the first-person singular pronoun “I” or does she prefer the plural pronoun “we”?
Seeing you both as a unit indicates that your partner is emotionally invested in having a shared future.
So, when your partner uses terms like “we” or “us,” it’s proof that she considers the two of you together and doesn’t care who knows it.
For instance, when she’s telling her friends about your weekend, she’ll probably say,
“We had such a blast over the weekend” as opposed to “I had a blast over the weekend with him.”
A small distinction, but an important one.
9) She talks to her friends and family about you
Speaking of her family and friends, when she talks you up to her people you know you’re on the right track.
If she’s sharing information about you with her tribe, she’d probably like you to join it. So, yes, this is a very good sign that she wants a long-term relationship with you.
10) She’s comfortable dressing down
If you’re on the fence about whether your partner is serious about you, ask yourself these questions:
Have you marveled at her artful messy buns? Been allowed in her presence while she’s not wearing makeup? Do you know which of her holey sweatpants are her favorite pair?
If yes, she’s completely comfortable and isn’t afraid to be her authentic self with you. She’s willing to let you see the real her, and that’s always a positive sign.
11) She asks for your input
If your lady asks for your input even for small decisions, this means she wants to share everything with you.
Whether it’s something as trivial as what shade of green suits her best or as momentous as a career change, she’ll check in with you to pick your brain first.
That’s because this woman values your opinion and wants your input, especially with any decision that affects you as a couple.
She’s perfectly capable of making her own decisions, but she wants you to know your feelings matter in your relationship.
12) She’s always got your back
They say that love is only really tested when things go from sunshine and lollipops to storm clouds and asparagus.
Or something like that.
When you have a woman who sticks by you through thick and thin and keeps loving you during all of life’s twists and turns, she loves you truly and deeply.
We’ve all known couples who’ve split up after life throws them a major curveball like a death or job loss. Sometimes it’s family issues, or maybe one of you is struggling with depression.
Seemingly solid couples can fall apart when life becomes complicated and challenging. So yes, falling on hard times is often the litmus test for whether your relationship has staying power … or not.
Final thoughts
Falling in love is exhilarating, complex, and often mystifying. It cannot be forced to grow or guaranteed to last.
If you want a relationship that can go the distance, be authentic, show genuine interest in their feelings, and practice active listening.
Do things together, as shared experiences can help foster a deeper connection between couples.
Most importantly, remember that love should be reciprocal, and develop organically over time. Here’s hoping you’re experiencing such bliss now, or will be very soon!