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“I Started To Like Pink Again”: 50 Women Recall The Instant They Just Knew He Was ‘The One’
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Sometimes, you see a couple and just know they’re perfect together. It’s that effortless connection, the way they laugh at each other’s jokes, or just the way they look at one another. And it makes you wonder, how did they know they had found the one? Well, today, we’re diving into exactly that!
Someone on TikTok asked, “Women who are happily married, when did you know your husband was the one?” And the internet delivered—with a whopping 26.8 thousand replies filled with sweet, unexpected, and downright heart-melting moments. Keep reading to see what these women had to say!
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#1
On our first date he stopped on the freeway to help a kitten when he got back in the car I said “wow you must really like cats!” He said “actually no I’m allergic but if I can help I do” he’s the most generous loving person I’ve ever met. 💕
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#2
When my abusive dad was yelling at me and he took my hand walked out of the house with me and said "I will never let him speak to you like that ever again"
#3
Instead of worrying about him cheating, you're worried about him dying.
nomnomborkbork 5 hours ago
This. I'm a very strong, independent woman who was single for decades by choice. Now I can't imagine life without him.
Sometimes, when you see a couple, they look like they’ve walked straight out of a romantic movie. They’re completely in sync, finishing each other’s sentences, sharing secret smiles, and just radiating that we’re-perfect-together energy. It’s the kind of love that makes you wonder—how did they know? What was the exact moment they realized they had found the one?
And as any good love story tells you, there’s always a sign that points you toward the right person. Sure, you could take a compatibility test or analyze star signs, but isn’t it more intriguing to hear real stories of how people just knew? Whether it was a tiny moment of kindness, an unexpected connection, or a simple realization that they never wanted to be apart, these signs are what make love stories truly special.
#4
I felt at peace every time i saw him. No stress, no anxiety, no butterflies.
Rachel Reynolds 17 hours ago
This. I'm an introvert and I never felt the "drain" when I was with him, We're married 16 years now
#5
He tried to find my cat and looked under every car in the neighborhood and sent me photos “is she luna” all night long (imagine how many cats are in İstanbul)
Bi.Felicia 8 hours ago
Sounds like a very sweet and generous person but if this ever happens again, please give him a photo or description of the cat.
#6
When my dad was fighting for his life with neuro cancer my husband (boyfriend of only 3 months at the time) sat outside in the waiting room for hours everyday to support us during our worst days ❤️🩹
To understand more about these little yet powerful signs, we spoke with relationship coach Ketki Bedekar. With experience working with over 500 clients, she has guided many couples through their journey, helping them navigate love, connection, and the ups and downs of relationships. She shared her insights on how people recognize the one and what truly makes a relationship last.
#7
I asked myself a question “do i want my kid to have a father like him?, do i want my daughter to have a partner like him? Do i want to have a son like him?” The answer is absolutely Yes.
#8
He adopted my down syndrome little sister after my parents passed away.
Bi.Felicia 8 hours ago
I'm guessing that they both adopted the little sister and not just the boyfriend/husband?
#9
when he looked me in the eye and said “loving you isn’t hard, it’s a privilege” and i believed him. (13 years together 🥰)
Uncommon Sense 4 hours ago
Oooh. Quite like that one. Good chat up line after twenty years with my other half!
Ketki explains, "When I work with couples, a big part of the process is looking back at their past. Understanding where the relationship started often gives us clarity on where it’s headed. Many times, couples are struggling in the present, but when we discuss the early days, they reconnect with the emotions that brought them together in the first place."
#10
When he never raised his voice when mad. 11 years, no yelling 🥺
#11
I noticed myself becoming softer because I felt safer, seen, heard, cared for, there was more laughter, dancing, creating, praying and growing.
#12
He drove 18 hours to take me in a date, returned 5 times more. At the end of each one of his stays, he took me to the grocery store to stock up my fridge (i was a single mom)
"We talk about how they met, how their bond grew, and the little moments that made them fall for each other," she continues. "It’s always fascinating to see how much of love isn’t about grand gestures, but about those tiny, meaningful moments that make all the difference."
#13
When his actions spoke louder than any words I’d ever been told before. He continuously kept showing up for me & loving me in ways I would have never thought to ask for💌 it will feel RIGHT I promise
#15
When I met his friends, family and colleages and everyone knew everything about me, it felt like I was immediately part of them 😭
Bi.Felicia 8 hours ago
Way to reuse the same picture just a few posts above. The one that says he never yelled when mad and they've been together for 11 years. I know BP frequently recycles pictures but they usually aren't so close together.
"One of the most common things I hear from couples is how much they appreciated the little things. You’d think it’s always about something big—like an extravagant date or a once-in-a-lifetime trip—but often, it’s something small."
"The way their partner laughed, how they always saved the last bite for them, or how they instinctively reached for their hand in a crowded place. Love is built in these everyday moments."
#16
He’d buy food for EACH homeless person we encountered & talked to them. He also helped EVERY INSECT AND ANIMAL in the streets. Literally put a worm on the side of the street so no one would step on it
#17
When I met him he was pretty deep with alcohol, I never asked him to stop drinking or to change anything. He stopped drinking and changed everything to be the best version of himself. He’s amazing
#18
peace. just like that. he’s making my life easier, happier. no drama, no stress, no crying myself to sleep. just peace 💗
"It’s those simple things that make you realize you’ve found something special," she adds. "When your partner feels like home, when their happiness becomes as important as your own, when you feel a sense of peace just being around them—that’s when you know. It’s not always fireworks and grand confessions; sometimes, it’s just knowing deep down that you wouldn’t want to go through life without this person."
#19
i got covid and he came over in a hazmat suit with all my fave food and gifts, took care of me all night and cleaned my room 😭
#20
Not my story, but my client said: “I looked at him & had this feeling that I knew I wanted our future daughter to know what it feels like to be loved by him & our son to be raised by him” 😭
Bi.Felicia 7 hours ago
Idk why but the wording of this really irks me. Wouldn't you want both your son(s) and daughter(s) to be raised and loved by him?
#21
When I met him, he felt like home. I felt like I was being embraced by the arms of my loving parents.. idk how to explain it.
Paige Merlin 19 hours ago
Exactly! All my life crazy homesickness if I wasn’t with immediate family but never with him, he is my home (married almost 5 months together 7 years). We were long distance so it mattered a lot!
"I once had a couple who told me they realized they were meant to be when they discovered they both had a habit of making up ridiculous songs for everyday things," she laughs. "It sounds silly, but it was their thing, a connection that was uniquely theirs. These small, seemingly insignificant moments are often the strongest signs that you’ve found your person."
#22
If I cough in the middle of the night he wakes and pats my back and asks if I’m okay. He never remembers, it’s just muscle memory 🥹
🇺🇦 🇵🇸 TribbleThinking 4 hours ago
I'll be sitting be there quietly on my laptop, when MrTribble, lightly jolted from sleep, will suddenly mumble something polite like "I'm sorry, I didn't catch that" or "I'll make you a cup of tea in a minute". He'll sometimes go right back to sleep. It's fascinating how courteous and considerate he remains when not even fully conscious!
#23
I saw a comment that said “I started to like pink again” and that is it. When I realized this guy was taking care of me in ways which allowed me to make time to tap into my femininity.
#24
I never asked, never begged. He never made me feel stressed or questioned. He is patient with me and loves me the way I am. He gave me the peace I had been dreaming of
"There are always signs," she concludes. "Sometimes they’re obvious, like an instant connection or an undeniable chemistry. Other times, they sneak up on you, hidden in the way your partner remembers your coffee order or how they check if you got home safely. Love isn’t about finding the one perfect person—it’s about recognizing the person who feels perfect for you."
#25
When i had a deep sense of confidence that no matter what, he wasn’t going anywhere. That deep feeling of security. I had never felt that before.
#26
Not married, but engaged. During the dating stage I never felt anxious waiting for a text back or scheduling. He made me feel so secure from the very beginning 🫶🏻
#28
When they care about your feelings more than anything and would sacrifice anything for you. They put in effort to meet your love language every day and want to protect you and provide. They apologize
Well, if nothing else, these stories are a sweet reminder that love is real and that the one might just be out there for you, too. Maybe all you need to do is wait for a sign or notice the little moments that are already happening. Do these posts remind you of someone? Share them with that special person!
#30
It’s when you meet them and you don’t really question if they are the one because the shoe just fits. You feel safe and they love you to the core of who you are. It’s a look on their face.
#31
When I started to be completely vulnerable and let my guard down on all topics and realized he still loved me and maybe loved me even more for being so honest!
#32
It was immediate. Our first conversation felt like we time warped into another dimension where only the two of us existed and our souls aligned.
#33
He planned thoughtful dates fourteen nights in a row after our first date. He said he didn’t want to give any other man a chance to see me. We’ve been together ever since.
Bi.Felicia 7 hours ago
If that were to happen to me today, I'm not so sure that I could handle going out on a date, every single day for 2 weeks straight. Maybe if every other date is a nap/cuddle/movie at home kinda thing, then I might survive. Haha
#34
No bad gut feeling. No anxiety. No back and forth. It just logically, spiritually, and emotionally felt right
#36
I didn’t have to beg for bare minimum. He is always intentional & says things like “how can I take the load of off you.” 🥹 in our talking stage he was never disingenuous & always followed through.
#37
When he made me realize that he was the first man to ever make me feel completely safe, loved, and truly happy. 5 years of unconditional love and everytime he walks in the door I feel peace🙏🏽🤍
#39
When i accidentally opened his notes app and saw two years worth of notes of things he loved about me & of all the good memories he had of him & my family. (We’re married & have a son now❤️)
#40
When we had a tough time he said “don’t worry, i’ll make everything possible for you, just trust me.”
#41
When we started dating, he woke up at 5am, left house at 5:45, so he could arrive at my house at 6:30 and sat outside and waited me till whenever I want (7 or 7:15) so he could drive me to work 😌
#42
I was giving him a spa night and was giving him a facial. While I was massaging his face he started bawling and said he never thought God would bless him so much and he was so grateful✨
zububonsai 13 hours ago (edited)
Once, my partner was gone earlier to bed than me, I came in and tucked the sides of his cover under him (like you would do with kids). He, a sturdy mountain of man, started crying, "Nobody was ever that nice, soft, considerate with me in the last... 40 years. My mom used to do this when I was small."
#44
He knew i struggled with some trust issues du to previous experience,toxic stories so he made me handle his phone during the first date and made me guess the passeword, it was my birthday from then❤️
#46
As someone who is always very anxious and pessimistic; everything about him was easy going, familiar, and safe 🥺
#47
On our first date. He was so soft spoken but made me laugh so much. I felt an overwhelming amount of contentment and calmness I had ever felt. I texted my sisters “Omg guys I found my husband”
#49
Since the day he came to my life he started taking the weight off my plate. Made life easy for me 🥺
Bi.Felicia 7 hours ago
Where can I find a man who will take my weight? Not just off a plate but all the excess weight off of me. It would definitely make my life easier and all this time I thought diet and exercise was key. 🤦🏻♀️
What do you think ?
LakotaWolf (she/her) 6 hours ago
I wish I hadn't suffered through 24 years of abuse thinking I'd found "the one". It feels like it's a bit too late (I'm 43 now) but maybe I'll be able to find someone again. I just hope he likes dogs. And cats XD
Luke Branwen 9 hours ago
If I could, I'd personally thank each of these men for being great, it's totally NOT the standard today. My one goal in life is making some girl/woman feel this way. I often feel like I have too much love in me and no one to give it to.
Mari 12 hours ago
The moment I saw him I thought "I want to marry this man". We didn't speak to each other, we didn't know each other. I went to work that day and after work he was waiting for me. He asked me to drink a coffee together. This was 20 years ago and we are 19 years happily married.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 6 hours ago
I wish I hadn't suffered through 24 years of abuse thinking I'd found "the one". It feels like it's a bit too late (I'm 43 now) but maybe I'll be able to find someone again. I just hope he likes dogs. And cats XD
Luke Branwen 9 hours ago
If I could, I'd personally thank each of these men for being great, it's totally NOT the standard today. My one goal in life is making some girl/woman feel this way. I often feel like I have too much love in me and no one to give it to.
Mari 12 hours ago
The moment I saw him I thought "I want to marry this man". We didn't speak to each other, we didn't know each other. I went to work that day and after work he was waiting for me. He asked me to drink a coffee together. This was 20 years ago and we are 19 years happily married.
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