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Dating Advice: Dump Him If He Doesn’t Say This By 3 Months

Dating advice alert! So, here’s the scoop: if your boyfriend hasn’t said “I love you” within three months, it’s time to consider dumping him. That’s the no-nonsense wisdom from dating…

Dating Advice

Dating advice alert! So, here’s the scoop: if your boyfriend hasn’t said "I love you" within three months, it’s time to consider dumping him. That’s the no-nonsense wisdom from dating coach Jake Maddock. You might know him from his blunt and bold TikTok and Instagram videos. Jake’s dating advice? If he hasn’t dropped the L-bomb by the 12-week mark, he’s not the one. Period.

Is this good dating advice?

“You’re wasting your time,” Jake declares. “If he’s the right guy, he’ll know it, and you’ll know it too.”

Jake’s take is simple, but not everyone is on board.

Some folks think he’s too harsh. They argue that relationships are unique, and love takes time to grow. “What about love bombing?” asks one viewer, pointing out that some guys might say it too soon just to manipulate. Others believe genuine love can’t always fit into a strict timeline.

“Relationships are complex,” one woman chimed in. “Sometimes, you need more than three months to really know.”

But Jake’s fans stand firm.

They believe too many women settle for less, staying in dead-end relationships because they’re afraid to be alone. One commenter shared her success story, saying, “Got engaged after six weeks, married at six months, and still going strong 32 years later!”

So, when should you say “I love you”? According to experts, there’s no magic date, but you should feel confident in your partner’s feelings and your own. The timing is less about the calendar and more about emotional readiness and mutual trust. Say it when it feels right for you both, not because of pressure.

And how often should you say it? Frequently! Experts agree that expressing love regularly helps maintain a strong connection. It reassures your partner and keeps the romance alive. But don’t overdo it—mean it every time. Quality over quantity, folks.

In the end, love isn’t a race or a game of chicken.

It’s about finding someone who feels right and shares your desire for a meaningful, committed relationship. So, if you’re feeling the love, go ahead and say it—just make sure it’s

Lauren Beckham Falcone is the co-host of Bob & LBF in the Morning. Formerly an award-winning reporter and columnist for the Boston Herald, she credits her current success as a pop culture commentator to watching too much TV as a kid and scouring the internet too much as an adult. LBF is a regular contributor to NECN and is an honorary board member at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Lauren lives in Canton with her husband Dave and her daughter Lucy. Lauren writes about trending topics, New England destinations, and seasonal DIY.