As I see it, there’s a checklist when it comes to dating and deciding if it makes sense to move forward with the person you are seeing, and here it is:

1. That you enjoy spending time with the person 

2. That you feel comfortable in their presence 

3. That you can achieve and maintain open and honest communication 

4. That you feel like you’re being heard and understood when you speak

5. That you respect the other person and you feel respected

6. That you appreciate qualities about the person, and you feel like their strengths complement yours and that being around that person makes you into a better, more complete individual

7. That you feel like you are safe and cared for 

8. That your values align

Put trust in yourself and, most importantly, put trust in Hashem.

These attributes take time to emerge and become apparent. Be patient. Knowing if these good feelings grow and are present should signal that this is a good situation and person for you. As you keep on dating, the feelings of comfort should slowly but obviously. They should become more attractive in your eyes as you continue. It is then up to each individual to trust Hashem and know He guides us and Just. Go. Forward.