2006-06-16 01:32:08 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
because they think the only way to be happy is to be in a relationship. It is not the case but it is their perspective
2006-06-16 01:35:48 · answer #1 · answered by beccasmom1224 3 · 7⤊ 1⤋
They think it's fun to rib you because they are "done" with the whole pairing up thing.
If you're not dating they'll bug you about that.
When you find somebody to date regularly, they'll bug you about getting married.
But wait.....there's more! Once you do get married, they'll want to know when you're going to have babies.
I never wanted to get married. I caved after 10 years of dating the same guy. Nearly ruined my life. Marriage is what society expects, and couples are expected to have babies.
People think that they are being cute.
Best answers I could ever come up with to all three questions.......
"when WE finish growing up", and "why do you ask? are you trying to win the bet?", or "Y'know, I'm not really sure that I like him enough for all that". For really pushy people asking about getting pregnant (which by the way is the worst, it's too personal an issue for it to every body's business) I would put on a serious face, look them straight in the eye and say " there's a distinct possibility that I won't be capable of becoming pregnant, it's a really touchy subject, and I don't care to discuss it right now."
The fact that they felt awkward was a little rewarding to me, considering that that's how they'd made me feel with all their questions.
Figure out a way to stop it. It's not cute, and it's none of their business.
2006-06-16 08:54:28 · answer #2 · answered by niffer's mom 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well it really goes back to social norms. When boys and girls "grow up" they are "supposed" to get married. To some people, it is as natural as getting up in the morning and eating breakfast.
Every aspect of american life portrays marriage and family in some way. There are alot of religious influences as well. The world's three major religions promote marraige and family.
Dating, and ultimately marriage is the only way that we know that our species will survive.
Now, if that isn't right for you, then so be it. Talk to those who put undue pressure on you and explain your reasons. Maybe it isn't right for RIGHT NOW or maybe it just isn't right for you at all. You are your own person, make your own decisions. Don't let poeple influence your better judgment concerning your own life.
2006-06-16 08:40:53 · answer #3 · answered by ptak2000 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont care if people dont want to date or get married. I dont know the world thinks everyone over a certain age must be paired up ether. when you do find someone you get critized for that too.
I think if you have better things to do than deal with whinney dates good for you. Become rich and successful instead.
I am married and happy but I know a few people who just dont care about dating so I understand what you are talking about cause they are fed up with people telling them they must get married.
2006-06-16 08:39:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it is unnatural to be alone. That is why God made a mate for Adam. Society feels that when we get a certain age we should be married or at least dating for marriage. And they Try to push there beliefs on that on to others. You are an individual so you get to make up your own mind so if you are not ready to date or marry take your time. But once time has passed you cannot get it back.
2006-06-16 09:32:42 · answer #5 · answered by cutiepie 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
because society wants it members to reproduce within stable relationships and if members are not in a relationship it will weaken the future of the society
2006-06-16 08:40:22 · answer #6 · answered by howard the duq 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
society can be terrible. just ignore them. you do what YOU feel is best for YOU. it's society's way to pressure and push others to do what is common to them.
2006-06-16 08:35:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well... people are like that... just dont get affected by these... be yourself and have your own line of thinking and everything would be all right
2006-06-16 08:38:15 · answer #8 · answered by boyang 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
misery enjoys company
2006-06-16 08:34:49 · answer #9 · answered by dude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because they think they know what you need. When they should live and let live
2006-06-16 08:35:22 · answer #10 · answered by nastaany1 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋