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6 Myths About Marriage

Each of us look at marriage in a different way; that is why some of us love it and some of us don't. But a majority of people in the world seem to love it and that is why they are into married relationships.

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Well, if things work out well, marriage can totally transform an individual. It offers growth, stability, prosperity and joy. In fact, many surveys claim that loneliness in old age could result in depression. That is why marriage could be a boon to many.

But well, when you take a look at the people who have suffered failed marriages, your perception totally changes. You might even wish to stay single forever.

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But frankly speaking, the opinions on marriages can never be generalised because each of us are different and our needs are different. So, believing in an opinion on marriage would just mean believing in a myth.

Now, let us discuss about some common myths about marriage.

Myths About Marriage

Myths About Marriage

Marriage Solves Many Problems

Marriage Solves Many Problems
Some people think that marriage can solve many problems of life. But this is a myth because marriage can also bring new problems in the place of old ones. Suppose a person chooses to marry in order to get a support system in the form of a great companion, he might or might not be happy with his choice depending upon the nature of the person he or she marries.

Marriage Removes Loneliness
When married couples quarrel and sleep in separate rooms, they might feel more lonely than single people. So, does marriage matter? It depends more on individual needs and choices.

Marriage Is Happiness

Marriage Is Happiness
If the couple is compatible with each other and if the relationship is harmonious, then marriage can offer happiness but if things go haywire, it could even make your lives hell. So, does marriage make you happier; there's no guarantee?

Marriage Is Tough
If couples are totally incompatible and when there is no chemistry, marriage can be tough. But we can't generalise this because there are so many couples who effortlessly survive the ups and downs of life by being in love with each other. For them, marriage isn't tough. This is why they would feel that why marriage is important.

Marriage Needs Common Interests

Marriage Needs Common Interests
There are couples who manage to live happily even when they have no common interests. Well, if there is tolerance, relationships can survive.

Marriage Means Romantic Life
Well, after a period of time, romance may die down due to many other family responsibilities that follow. So, marrying for the sake of romance would be foolish because romance may or may not remain in a relationship depending upon many other factors.

Story first published: Saturday, June 27, 2015, 17:55 [IST]