Have you ever heard of the taxi cab theory? You know, the one that says heterosexual men marry based on readiness rather than genuine love? This assumption might be true in some instances, but the generalization can also be harmful.

Let’s explore the concept further…

What Is the Taxi Cab Theory?

The taxi cab theory is a dating assumption that suggests men will marry the person they happen to be with when they’re ready to settle down, rather than the actual love of their life.

In other words, they could be head-over-heels with “the one” for years, but if they aren’t ready for commitment, they’ll end up walking away from the person they truly loved. Then, once they’ve reached the age when they’d like to get married, they’ll propose to whoever they’re dating at that time, rather than some

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