The benefits of not getting married include freedom, financial stability, and more time for personal pursuits. However, there is more at stake than just these day-to-day pleasures and pains of married life as suggested by Jane Austen's novels.
The author discusses how he and his family display affection, noting that they are not overly affectionate but it is present in their everyday lives.
The speaker shares how he and his wife have fun together in their marriage, contrasting it with his friend's unhappy marriage. He also talks about his friend's elaborate dinner making routine.
The speaker believes that the idea of marriage has become tainted and ruined because people get married nowadays for the wrong reasons, such as convenience, benefits, and an image. In addition, readily available things and delayed gratification takes the excitement out of life.
The speaker advises taking ownership of your relationship's problems and finding a partner who is emotionally independent to benefit your marriage.
A Gallup poll showed that about 80% of Americans support interracial marriage and 70% support same-sex marriage, indicating a clear majority in both cases despite remaining opposition. However, there is concern that a narrowly defined ruling on same-sex marriage could open a Pandora's box of issues where opinions are more divided.
Two women discuss how their marriages to pilots led them to very different lifestyles, while one recounts how her husband secretly purchased a plane using her credit cards, leaving her with a hefty debt.
The key to a successful marriage is to recognize that both partners are imperfect and to help each other out. Regular activities that allow for quality time spent together, such as leaving electronics at home and engaging in fun activities, are important for a strong relationship.
A Chad-looking guy argues that marriage was created to ensure family property remains within the family, while the other person disagrees stating that marriage is essential for peace, happiness, relationships, love and many other things that make life worth living.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and dealing with problems in marriage, finding someone with similar values, and highlights the connection between parenting and self-leadership. The speaker also reminds us that there's more to marriage than just the Hollywood stereotypes.
The speaker tells a story of how he worked long hours and faked a car accident to get the money needed to fund his wedding, with the help of his wife and a chiropractor.
A couple talks about the challenge of finding time to spend together while busy with work. They plan to celebrate their one year wedding anniversary in the studio together.
The hosts discuss the importance of continuing to date your spouse even after being married for several years to maintain a strong connection and remind yourselves of the love you share.
The host discusses the generational shift of marriage advice and the danger of presenting oneself as a perfect couple. She expresses that she does not have the secret to a perfect marriage and discusses the challenges and worth of persevering in a marriage.
Rachel Ferkus shares her story about marrying Nick Ferkus after his first wife was tragically murdered, and the concerns and criticism she faced from his family and others.
The speaker makes crude comments about cheating on one's spouse with younger women, using offensive language and promoting infidelity.
The speaker talks about how men in marriages tend to give in and become unhappy because they are too focused on making their partner happy, using the example of getting a dog.
The host talks to her guest about whether she had ever considered getting married, to which the guest recounts a childhood memory of her and a friend sneaking a bag of French fries past her traditional Jewish father.
The podcast host talks about his new dinner tradition and discusses the idea that calling your spouse your best friend can be detrimental to a marriage. He also mentions having a guest on the show to talk about their great marriage.
A man reflects on his experiences in marriage and the sacrifices his wife made, including moving to a new country for him.
Actor and Kelly Ripa's husband, Mark Consuelos, discusses with her their long-lasting marriage, their devotion to each other and their partnership, from work to play. He also shares their opinion and support for marriage equality.
The speaker expresses his excitement and passion for getting married, stating he will keep getting married if people don't show up. He also talks about wanting to be married badly.
This podcast discusses the importance of sharing the real aspects of marriage, so young people don't run away when it gets hard. The speaker emphasizes that finding love is essential, but being with someone who doesn't love you can lead to a feeling of loneliness.
The speaker shares her personal experience with marriage and waiting for a sign to continue with the relationship, ultimately feeling uncertain even with advice from trusted loved ones.
The social pressure to get married early in Oklahoma is often attributed to the desire for sexual activity, causing young adults to feel like they're not able to be themselves until they are married.
