One of the age old arguments around the world in the area of relationship has to do with whether marriage is necessary or just an overrated aspect of society. Many have maintained that marriage was ordained by God, and therefore, absolutely compulsory for everyone who is old enough to get into it. Others have claimed that it is nothing more than a glorified jail term imposed on people by the society.
While many celebrate marriage and welcome it with open arms, some have chosen to remain single, as they hold skeptical views on it. With inspiration from MadamFelicia.com, below are a few reasons why people shy away from marriage, and the benefits embedded in taking the plunge.
Why some people run away from marriage
Marriage is a way of life that has stayed with us for generations, and may still continue to do so. But inasmuch as many people have embraced it, others are doing everything possible to avoid it. Below are some reasons why certain people may not want to get married:
- Responsibilities: Having to pay attention to both relatives; the nuclear family and that of the spouse, is a great deal for some people. They just cannot imagine finding themselves to be responsible for their immediate family and rendering support to their spouse's family as well.
- Commitment: Giving all it takes even while not comfortable with some instances, showing love and care even at one's inconvenience is easier said than done. And this is another factor which many run from: the fear of being restricted from what they used to do as singles.
- Zero or low tolerance: Many singles will just want to remain the way they are because of personal differences and background. Some people find it really hard to tolerate other people's excesses or shortcoming
- Workaholic: A person who is so passionate and consumed by what he does, may not even have time to think about a life partner, and even when such person is persuaded to do so, they feel marriage might disturb their career.
Benefits of marriage:
Some studies have shown that married individuals tend to have better physical health, psychological well-being, and a lower mortality risk. Financially, married people tend to earn more. Here are some benefits of being married;
- Married couples have more sexual satisfaction: This seems the other way round for the singles who have numerous bedmates. However, in the real sense of it, married people who sleep together under same roof have the tendency to make love at any time they desire, and also, the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases is reduced.
- Married women have less financial and relationship stress: This is not to say that married women do not undergo stress at all, but there is always a faster relief when they have someone to care and show them affection. The cuddles and hugs from husband and children. Many singles are liable to heartbreak, distrust, unfaithfulness and many more, which might also be encountered in a marriage but it is much more likely to be resolved when married than when single.
- Married people earn more money: In most organizations, married people are given top priority and consideration, especially when they have families of their own to cater for. This does not mean that the singles do not get to receive benefits that are due to them, but when pitched against a married person on the same level, chances are the latter will receive first consideration.
Having read all the above, what are your opinions on this topic? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments section.
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