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Zeusdelight · 61-69, M
No. A relationship with a spouse or partner, in my view, will always be deeper and more committed than a relationship with a friend.
In the most difficult commitment, that of a public marriage, people are basically giving their lives to each other, no matter what, publicly in front of others who mean the most to them.
I know, people will say marriage is just a piece of paper, showing they have no idea what marriage actually is. It is tough stuff, hard stuff, that is one of the reasons so many don't make it.
So no, your spouse or partner doesn't have to be your best friend. they have to be so much more:)
In the most difficult commitment, that of a public marriage, people are basically giving their lives to each other, no matter what, publicly in front of others who mean the most to them.
I know, people will say marriage is just a piece of paper, showing they have no idea what marriage actually is. It is tough stuff, hard stuff, that is one of the reasons so many don't make it.
So no, your spouse or partner doesn't have to be your best friend. they have to be so much more:)
JimFarris16 · 18-21, M
@Zeusdelight I've seen many couples call each other their best friends it my partner and I don't do that or consider each other "best friends".
Zeusdelight · 61-69, M
@JimFarris16 That's okay either way. The other thing about exclusive relationships is that they are between two people who decide what is good for them. The only reason to consider what others are doing is whether it is something to learn to include in or exclude from your relationship.
Differences are just that. They are neither good nor bad, they are just differences for you to consider, if you wish.
Differences are just that. They are neither good nor bad, they are just differences for you to consider, if you wish.