A good friend of mine recently got married. Although she moved in with him after the first month of their relationship, they both agreed that rushing into a marriage was not a good idea, so they lived together and got to know each other well for five years before tying the knot.
During this time, she rarely got upset over the small things, and she did not mind sharing daily expenses with him. If you choose a partner who is not yet successful, and build a life with him, he will appreciate you even more when he achieves success.
When they exchanged their vows, she began crying and could barely speak. When it was his turn, he spoke clearly and with great conviction, promising that he would love her for the rest of his life. As they put their rings on each other, they said, “This ring is a daily reminder that I LOVE YOU.” When you find yourself annoyed by little things, remind yourself why you married this person in the first place. Focus on the big picture of a healthy relationship, and you can forgive and forget the small things, which ultimately don’t matter.
It took them five years to decide that they are right for each other. Be patient, be open-minded. Go on as many dates as possible; of course, not all of them will work out, but any one of them could develop into a life-long relationship.
