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Written by Will
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Sunday, 11 November 2007 |
There was a time and age when I believed that all I would need from the world would be from my "soul mate." The one I would enjoy the rest of my life with, hand in hand, into the sunset, just the two of us, forever and ever, and happily ever after. Why would I bother going out with my single friends, when I can just stay in with my girlfriend? Why go meet new people at parties, when I already got my one and only? Why bother trying any harder in life, when I already have everything I need? You'll see similar complacent mindsets from maturing, soon to engage, officially engaged, or already married couples. They'll come out once in a while, but mostly keep their distance.
If not careful, these couples will eventually enter a soul-deadening phase within their relationship. Their strong inter-dependence will develop a boring lifestyle, this dullness will cause frustration, the lack of fulfillment will spark arguments, these disputes will grow into long-held grudges, and eventually force a divorce or breakup. But why wait for the inevitable? Or live the rest of your life together in misery? The future is in your control. Take authority over your life and relationship. Learn to love and grow together. Keep in touch with friends and family. Go out together. Live healthier lifestyles. Explore the world. There's so much out there.
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