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It seems like being in a romantic relationship can often be a stressor for people, but the average Joe (or Jolene) must get something out of being in a relationship because so many people are either in a relationship or seeking to be in one for most of their adult life.
For me personally, I've probably had too many experiences that have finally led me to think the work, stress, "requirements", and heartache of being in a romantic relationship are less desirable than the freedom of being single. But, yes, I realize I might be the minority with this line of thinking.
So for those of you in a relationship, I'm curious--in what specific ways do you personally benefit from being with your significant other?
My hubby & I give each other support - emotionally, financially, & especially in parenting.
When he's had a bad day, he can talk to me, get a long hug.
When I've had a bad day, he'll listen & rub my back.
We've wanted to give up on our marriage several times over the 12 years we've been married, but we hang in there, mostly for our children. It's hard enough parenting with 2 of us, I can't imagine doing it alone!
We both have wondered what it would be like if we were with someone else, or just being free... I imagine most in long-term commitments wonder that at least once. Before we were married, being single was exciting - I could do what I wanted, move around. I had a roommate, but still my place was empty & lonely when I came home, which changed when I met my hubby.
Yes, as you mentioned, relationships can be a pain, but like the popular saying goes, "Everyone's going to cause you pain... just find the one worth suffering for."
Companionship/friendship, family, a sense of home, sex, an intellectual equal that enjoys my passion for science, a partner in my projects, goals, and dreams.
In addition to the things the other posters have mentioned, one of the favorite things about my husband is that he is so much fun to be around. He knows how to put a smile on my face when I'm feeling stressed out or blue. He's the greatest person I've ever known and he loves me like I've never been loved before (and vice versa).
penner - I believe that you feel the way you do because you just haven't been with the right person.
penner - I believe that you feel the way you do because you just haven't been with the right person.
Yeah, it's kind of like an episode of "everybody loves Raymond", when Ray says You wake up-she's there. You come back from work, she's there. You fall asleep-she's there. You eat dinner-she's there. And I know that sounds like a bad thing. But, it's not.
In addition to the things the other posters have mentioned, one of the favorite things about my husband is that he is so much fun to be around. He knows how to put a smile on my face when I'm feeling stressed out or blue. He's the greatest person I've ever known and he loves me like I've never been loved before (and vice versa).
These are a couple of the important points with me, too. My SO is *fun*. I belly-laugh every day. And he knows me better than anyone else, and he *still* loves me. And I know him, I'm closer with him than anyone I've ever known. I can't believe, after all this time, I still look forward for him to come home. And how much we talk all the time. What could we possibly have left to talk about, LOL. We're there for each other. I haven't always had that, and it feels nice.
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And I know him, I'm closer with him than anyone I've ever known. I can't believe, after all this time, I still look forward for him to come home. And how much we talk all the time. What could we possibly have left to talk about, LOL. We're there for each other. I haven't always had that, and it feels nice.
