Dating and Marriage

Dating is a experimental time for both people in the relationship to see whether or not they are right for each other. It is a necessary component for those looking for a life long commitment to discover the type of person they think is right for them. From dating, people also learn new things about themselves that their partner may have pointed out through their experiences together. I agree that more relationships today have become more about self gain from the relationship rather than what the two collaboratively learned and sacrificed together. I think it is easy to do this because when people are dating, they are always asked whether or not they are happy. When asked this, many people will think about the things they personally received from their partner.However, I believe happiness is key in a relationship and can represent ones own happiness and mutual happiness in their commitment to each other. I also find it very important to have great communication with your partner and be clear with what your values are so that they can respect them and you can do the same for them. I also believe that it is important to be open to new discoveries in relationships as you find out more about your partner that may be different to you but something so important to them. Therefore, respect is also a must and key in creating happiness in enjoying each others company. Love in a relationship comes when communication, respect, happiness, and commitment are present.