On average, it takes 5 to 10 dates for two people to realize there’s long-term potential and decide to be exclusive with each other.

As long as the dates have been consistent, this usually happens within 1 to 3 months.

Depending on the dynamics, you two may require more or fewer dates before deciding on whether there is long-term potential for a relationship.

This said, it isn’t only about the dates.

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The excitement of how well the first date went had you sending him a red heart emoji after it.

This was in response to the text he sent you that was all about how much of a great time he had on the first date, how smitten he was with your intelligence and exquisite looks, and how much he was looking forward to seeing you again on a second date.

This was further confirmation that he had just as great of a time as you had on the first date, and you didn’t think twice about enthusiastically replying to his text message and including a red heart emoji with it.

Although the red heart emoji ❤️ is a beloved digital symbol whose intent is to convey love, passion, and romance, its use has broadened since the early days of its inception.

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