Here are ten questions that you may consider asking your daughter's boyfriend to gain insight into his background, personality, and values:
- Why do you want to date my daughter?
- This question helps you understand your daughter's suitor's motivation for relationship.
- What do you like to do for fun?
- Discussing hobbies and interests can reveal a lot about a person's energy level and personality.
- Are you religious?
- Knowing whether your daughter's boyfriend shares your faith can influence your decision to allow him to date your daughter.
- What do you do for work?
- This question gives you an idea of his job and whether he is stable enough to handle the responsibilities of being a partner.
- Where do you see yourself in five years?
- This question allows your daughter's boyfriend to share his long-term goals and aspirations, which can give you an idea of his character and commitment to his future.
- What are your parents like?
- Your child's boyfriend's family members reflect his character and values, which you may not be able to observe firsthand.
- What is the craziest thing you've ever done?
- This open-ended question allows your daughter's boyfriend to share a wild or memorable story from his life, which may or may not be relevant to your decision to allow him to date your daughter.
- Do your parents have any dating rules we should be aware of?
- Understanding your daughter's boyfriend's family's dating etiquette can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts.
- What are your plans for this date?
- Discussing the details of the date helps ensure everyone's safety and comfort.
- Before you let them leave, get all his information: Write down your daughter's boyfriend's full name, address, phone number, and the names and phone numbers of his parents. This also helps in case your daughter disappears, you have crucial information to aid in the search for her safe return.
