Here’s my own life story..maybe it will help you out.. I think you did the right thing..it wasn’t the right time to propose or to accept the proposal. Firstly because it would’ve felt like you were betraying your parents..and secondly, because it would’ve done been impulsive.. What I did in similar kind of situation was this: I asked my parents to give me 2 years time to see where the relationship leads to.. I tell the bf same thing.. I asked my parents to happily consent if I still feel he’s the guy I want to get married to after 2 years… Both agreed.. I got time to think about the relationship and to find out if he was the guy whom I wanted to spend my whole life with.. After 2 years, my father asks me if I still wanted to marry guy?? I said yes.. My bf said yes.. We got married… And have been living happily ever after…. Now my parents are my husband’s biggest fan.. The moral of the story is … You need time..not 2 years maybe, but some time.. Talk to your parents.. Talk to your bf. Communication and time is the key to every problem (that’s what I feel) If he cannot wait until your ready…he’s not the one for you… Just sharing what happened to me. Hope it helps in your case too (if you want to try it out)..GOOD LUCK !!