Marital Relationships -They do differ From Dating

Dating is usually fun and exciting if you’re with the right person. It can be so-so all the way up to a downright disaster otherwise. Dating is a lot like watching previews of a new romantic movie that’s about to come out. The scenes switch swiftly from one intriguing part to another while seductive music fills the theater and makes the emotions soar. You watch extreme close-ups of beautiful people while they pledge their undying love for each other.

When you pay to see the entire movie you discover the relationship is not all love, passion and kisses. The love struck couple wakes up the next morning or soon thereafter to a life of reality that’s not all perfect bodies, expensive dinners, deep breathless kisses, and other not-so-often experiences. They often find they’re not right for each other and all sorts of problems occur.

Be aware that dating is a preview of coming attractions but you have to keep your eyes open to learn what’s to come as the relationship progresses and eventually leads to marriage. One of the main differences between marital and dating relationships is marital relationships are supposed to be forever. With a date you can simply say get lost. Not so with a spouse. So do your dating homework and enjoy selecting a lifetime partner.

Do you both share common lifetime goals? Marry someone who wants the same thing in life as you. Marriage is hard enough as it is let alone going in different directions. Notice how your date treats other people. Is your date considerate of your feelings? How about their concern with giving you pleasure? Is your date appreciative of the things they have or do they think the world owes them a living

Are they seeking growth or are they content to be comfortable and let the world pass them by? You will have to answer these and lots more questions before you can contemplate marriage. Hopefully, these things will remain the same whether married or single.

If you can’t trust your partner and communicate with them while dating, that’s a bad sign and it’s not likely to change after marriage. Communicate by sharing your thoughts and dreams and learn if you’re on the same wavelength for the future. Be objective and ask questions. While you’re dating seek the perfect mate who gives you respect, love and truth. When you’re married you expect it, so look for that even before you take any marriage vows.

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