“The best way to truly learn about another person is to take the time needed to truly get to know them before making a commitment to them.” And while theres no exact right amount of time, she says you should wait anywhere from one to three months before making the relationship exclusive.

How long should you wait to be in an official relationship?

The two month rule. While of course its different for everyone, according to relationship psychologist and data analyst Claire Stott, 2 months is an optimum amount of time for the average couple to date before they start a relationship.