What are the 7 dimensions of compatibility?

Values (shared meaning and priorities), Communication (ability to discuss conflict), Money (financial goals and spending styles), Sex (intimacy desires and expectations), Family (parenting philosophy and family roles), Life Goals (where you're headed together), and Personality (how you interact daily). Strong alignment on 5-7 means durability.

What score indicates you should get married?

No perfect score exists, but alignment on 5 of 7 dimensions with strong communication is promising. Misalignment on values or money combined with poor conflict skills is a warning sign. Get couples therapy regardless—working through these dimensions with a professional prevents post-wedding surprises.

Is premarital counseling essential?

Not essential, but highly protective. Couples who do premarital work have significantly lower divorce rates. It's not about fixing problems; it's about building communication skills before pressure hits. Even "perfect" couples benefit from learning conflict resolution tools.