I'm in a great relationship but feel in a way like what's the point of getting married? So many marriages end in divorce.
2007-07-02 06:41:21 · 8 answers · asked by RDwannabe 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
It's up to you - "marriage" as a concept is only as meaningful as you feel it is, there's nothing magical about it. If you ask me why I wanted to get married as opposed to just living together - it was mostly for practical and for social reasons. Practical reasons include health insurance, taxes, etc; and socially, we are taken much more "seriously" as a couple now that we are officially a husband and wife. I have nothing against marriage in principle, and the benefits were obvious - so, there was no reason for me NOT to get married. As far as divorces go... For me, a "divorce" is scary NOT because of the paperwork, but because of the emotional toll it takes. And when a long-term relationship breaks up, this emotional toll will be the same regardless of whether the people were married or not.
2007-07-02 06:53:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Marriage is an old-fashioned institution, but it's a great one nonetheless. Besides the moral and emotional benefits of marriage, of which there are plenty, there are also financial and practical reasons, such as a lower tax rate, lower car insurance rate, as well as sharing of many health benefits. Furthermore, if you end up having kids with your partner, you may be happy to not have to have a conversation explaining why mommy and daddy are not married. Until the US embraces domestic partnership in the same way that Europe has, marriage is your best option.
2007-07-02 13:46:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Who says it's "old fashioned?"
And what, may I ask, is the "new" fashion? Just shacking-up with one another with no sense of commitment?
The central issue isn't marriage, but the RELATIONSHIP. It's something you build gradually, over time. You get to know one another, warts and all. You build trust.
Marriage is just a public confirmation of your commitment and trust, but still nothing to ridicule.
What's the alternative? Marrying a guy who has one foot planted in the back door, ready to bail out on you at the slightest hint of difficulty?
Half of the marriages end in divorce because the people involved lack the emotional maturity to even LIVE with another human being. They lack a sense of sympathy and forgiveness. Many are just ego-maniacs or control freaks.
Marriage is a partnership; sort of like two cops working together. They cover one anothers' backs.
2007-07-02 17:55:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Marriages end in divorce because people don't ask the right questions beforehand to find out if they are on the same path with goals, children, religion, careers etc. The same happens in an un-married relationship as well. Marriage is morally right particularly if you plan to have children. It is a commitment you make before family, friends, and god. It means you care and respect each other enough to make that commitment and it will teach your children that two people don't just shack up.
2007-07-02 13:54:44 · answer #4 · answered by dawnb 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm a married woman and I chose this path for my own personal reasons. But, I feel that it's not necessary for every relationship to enter marriage if they feel completely comfortable in their status. Marriage is definitely not for everyone, nor does it validate or confirm ones eternal bliss, love and romance in any way. If you feel that there's no point in marriage and both sides are okay with that, then why get married? All that matters is your happiness, love and care for another and let that stand as your matrimonial bondage in your own personal way. Good Luck!!
2007-07-02 14:01:35 · answer #5 · answered by Yahoo Anwers 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Marriage is the foundation of the family as God intended and designed it. It takes commitment, it takes work, which is why people avoid it. The payback for successfully committing and successfully working is stability in your life that weathers the bad times-- the sickness, personal problems.. and also the synergy of a family unit.
The family is the cornerstone and foundation of society. The village thing sounds nice but it is no substitute for a stable home and a stable marriage.
2007-07-02 13:53:42 · answer #6 · answered by ready4sea 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I was married for 30 years, if I were to do this again I'd live with some one but never marry. Why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free as the saying gos..............
2007-07-02 13:46:41 · answer #7 · answered by kim t 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it is completely wrong.if you dont marry and split up what will happen for your child ?think about your childs future!
2007-07-02 13:56:14 · answer #8 · answered by sepideh k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋