Marriage is not for everyone. Today, plenty of people choose to have long-term partnerships and never tie the knot or they live happily single with a strong group of friends and family members around them. So if you are wondering if marriage is right for you, you are not alone.
Marriage is a deeply personal decision, and it will vary based on personality and lifestyle aspirations.Besides, what really makes someone want to get married?
That’s why we turned to dating expert Barbie Adler to answer that question and more. Ahead, she explains the most popular reasons for marriage, how to know if your partner is ready, and what to do if marriage isn’t for you.
“There is something to be said about a true union,” says Adler. “Marriage is the ultimate commitment.” Even if you are in the most committed, long-term relationship, there are legal, emotional, and financial benefits to making it official. Here are a few:
There are couples who have lived together for a decade who still feel different once they are married. Even after they’ve known each other for so long, they say they feel more at ease once they said their vows. For many, marriage brings a sense of security, a grounding they can’t get any other way.
