I've had my Monstera for about eight months now and I'm still figuring out the watering rhythm

I've had my Monstera for about eight months now and I'm still figuring out the watering rhythm. I know they like to dry out between waterings, but I keep second-guessing myself—is the soil dry enough, or am I being paranoid? The new leaves are beautiful though, and I'm thrilled to see those fenestrations finally appearing on the latest ones. If anyone else struggles with the watering schedule, I'd love to hear how you tell when yours actually needs water.