Why does wedding season trigger relationship evaluation?

Watching others marry surfaces questions: "Would I marry them?" "Are we ready?" "Do I want this with them?" Weddings normalize marriage conversation. Use that energy to discuss your future honestly. Some couples use wedding season to propose; others to clarify they're not ready.

What should we assess before getting married?

Values alignment (kids, religion, life goals), communication (can you fight fairly?), financial compatibility (similar money personalities), sexual satisfaction, family dynamics (can you accept theirs?), timeline (do you want the same timeline?), and emotional security (do you trust them completely?). Strong on 6/7 = ready. Weak on 2+ = reconsider.

If we're not quite ready, is that a dealbreaker?

Not necessarily. Some couples need more time. But if you're still uncertain after 2+ years, that's meaningful. Not everyone is meant to marry; some are meant to love differently. Be honest about whether uncertainty is cold feet or legitimate incompatibility.