This is a very important question and sadly, I don't think many people actually ask themselves this question until it's too late.
Lets talk about the "right" reasons to get married:
You share common beliefs about life and marriage.
You are capable of working out differences respectfully.
You can respect each other even when you disagree.
You accept each other for who you are and are willing to support them towards their goals.
You love each other without conditions (having the right weight, education, quid pro quo.)
You feel loved and supported by their family and friends.
You have each other's back and are willing to protect and defend each other when needed.
You are not expecting the other person to "make you happy."
You are interested in sharing and building a life together.
You can tell the person you love what you need and want without manipulation or guilt.
You know you can be vulnerable with each other without judgment or criticism.
If you are uncomfortable about talking about money, sex, time, goals and family concerns with your potential spouse, before you get married.... the situation will not improve once you are married.
This is just something to keep in mind. Get into healthy conversation habits before you make the commitment official. This practice will greatly improve the quality and longevity of your relationship.
Remember, just because you love someone doesn’t mean that you have to marry them. Love is important in marriage, but compatibility is a requirement in order for two people to live a long healthy life together.
I’ve experienced many couples who still loved each other, but love was not enough to remove all of the things that were left unsaid or hidden from their spouse.
If you can’t discuss important issues within your partnership, how will the two of you survive anything and everything that comes your way?
In the next episode, we will discuss the wrong reasons to get married.
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