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Marriage, like most relationships, is all about communication, building trust, being vulnerable, and fighting off hordes of orcs back-to-back on a mountaintop. Or is that just us? But like childcare, politics, and the weather, everybody seems to have an opinion about marriage. What works. What doesn’t. What you should strive to do.

Unfortunately, a lot of that advice is absolutely bogus, as sociologist Samuel Perry from the University of Oklahoma drew attention to on Twitter. The scholar asked social media users to share the very worst marriage advice they’ve ever gotten and kicked things off with an example of his own about how couples should supposedly not go to bed angry.

Check out some of the best tweets below, upvote the ‘advice’ that you think is absolutely ridiculous, and share your own pearls of wisdom about marriage in the comment section below. And remember—happy panda, happy life!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want children, my wife doesn't. As she is more important to me than having children, we got a farm with goats, donkeys, 4 dogs and various ducks and chickens. They are our children.

Kevin Donegan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If your goal is to be a single mother raising a child on her own, makes perfect sense to me.

Marianne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is abuse. I cannot for the world understand how someone thought it would be good advice. How could her husband ever trust her again?

Viviane
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

M-I-L suggested that once. I answered, "And sometimes they don't come around and they leave."

AJ
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've heard that advice, also I've heard it always needs to be woman's decision to have children, because men only know they want one after it has already arrived. Also I've heard that if we don't get kids now he's going to regret it and leave me for younger, fertile woman. If somebody try to tell me any of that again I simply tell them my husband and I CAN'T have children. Basically it's true, because we don't want to.

Debbie Convery
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An accidental pregnancy may change a couple's mind, it may not, but to deliberately "accidently" get pregnant is NEVER a good idea!

Blue of the yams
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never, NEVER do that. Happened to one of my Dad's best friends. His friend ("Ted") was dating a girl who told him she wason birth control but stopped taking it. She got pregnanat and had a kid, and she almost ruined ted, ted's girlfriends and baby daughters lives.

Deborah B
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Because nothing says 'I love you' more than lying about your birthcontrol, and making a child with a person who doesn't want, or isn't ready, to be a parent.

Agnes Jekyll
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My partner wanted to wait, and more than one friend suggested I sabotage birth control

DC
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I never got how a relationship, in which one of them - either he or she - does something that has that much impact without the other one knowing, or even worse, against what they both agreed on. Decide to have children! Never just get pregnant, never even risk this to happen! Isn't a relationship something that highly relies on trust and trustworthiness and stuff?

Lunaofthenest
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know someone who did this. We're no longer close, for obvious reasons, but they're still married and have a whole separate life with their "surprise" child because it cost them literally everything else (she alienated anyone who knew what she'd done & his two older children were pretty much written out of the narrative. )

Leesa DeAndrea
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was told the same thing. "Just go ahead & get pregnant. He'll come around." This from a marriage & family counselor who was also my sister-in-law.

Lady Cadaver
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So basically based on her own ignorant assumption, she urged you to lie to your spouse and trick him into making you pregnant, forcing him to become trapped in a situation that would change and affect the rest of his life. Yeah, because that is what you do to people you love... I wonder what her marriage looks like. This speaks volumes about the kind of person she is. By the way, I do have a kid who I absolutely adore and would not exchange for anything in or out of this world, HOWEVER having kids is not for everyone and it is unfair to the person AND the child, that you are unbeknownst to them, forcing this upon.

danielw
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the thing about relationship advice- or any advice really- is you need to consider where the person is in their life, and if you want what they got. For example, is this person still married?

Izzy_
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes!!! I got that too. Why would you want to have a kid with someone who doesn't want one?

Shain
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Strangely, I get the same advice from a man. He was bragging that his two girlfriends did it to him. And now he has four beautiful sons. o_O

LazyPandaOreo
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this aint no f ing prank i woulve slapped her for that but that wold be animal cruilty so no

Curry on...
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why even tell people what you and your husband have decided to do with your lives?

Priest Olokun
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am so happy that I contacted priest olokun who was able to bring back my ex within 48hours, Now i am happy to make a good testimony about this powerful spell caster that helped my love life if you have any kind of problem you can contact via: priestolokun@gmail.com

Dillon Hughes
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well 30 years later my father is still happy about it.... not saying lie to them but... he is happy. Never asked the details, but I'm alive so I'm happy about it!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am so happy that I contacted priest olokun who was able to bring back my ex within 48hours, Now i am happy to make a good testimony about this powerful spell caster that helped my love life if you have any kind of problem you can contact via email priestolokun

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These terrible advices make people stay in abusive relationships and that's sad

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good sleep is really important!being tired means possible fighting so as long as it works for you don't hear anyone

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I previously had a chat about keeping the bonds of marriage strong with Suzann Pileggi Pawelski and her husband James Pawelski, the authors of 'Happy Together: Using the Science of Positive Psychology to Build Love That Lasts.' 

"While it’s critical we all social distance, we must make sure not to emotionally distance with our friends and family. Positive psychology research indicates that one of the most important factors in human flourishing is building close relationships with others,” Suzie and James told Bored Panda.

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a kid with divorced parents i have to say this is the most horrible advice!! Kids always know and understand EVERYTHING!

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my country there is a saying that says "man is the head and woman is the neck that turns the head wherever she wants" I don't know if it exists in other languages...

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm pretty sure there are schools somewhere teaching that, cause i know too many men that do that!

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“A wedding is a magical day no doubt, and of course something to celebrate, but what about planning for all the days to come in our marriage which is intended to last a lifetime? Many newlyweds seem to think that ‘happily ever after’ just happens. However, research shows it’s healthy habits that build long-term love," the couple explained that we have to work at relationships; they’re not something that automatically turns out great.

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly! And there is no "helping" the wife with the housework! You don't "help", you share chores that you are both supposed to do!

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"It’s interesting that it’s the only domain in our lives where we think that success will just happen without much effort of our own. For example, when it comes to our physical health, it would be foolish to think that merely buying a gym membership and working out once would strengthen our muscles and build flexibility (if only that were the case!).”

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm so tired of the holy matrimony and sacred crap with marriage. Marriage is a legal issue. You want to involve the church? Good on you! My experience has been that the church has no place in marriage.

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The couple said: “We all know that in order to increase our strength and tone our bodies we have to work at it regularly. So, too, when it comes to our relational health. However, popular culture seems to romanticize marriage making people think that once you get married you can merely ride off into the sunset together. That’s obviously not the case. It takes work.”

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In some cases i think it's true not always of course! Edit: I'm referring to misogynist cultures that don't respect human rights of course! i just didn't want to be more specific cause i didn't want anyone to be offended! But these cultures in a marriage are always a deal breaker!

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The correct is you shouldn't need anyone period. Once you are good with yourself then you can have a healthier relationship with someone else!

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The couple sees marriage as an adventure. A challenging one but an adventure nonetheless. "Being open, curious, and having a growth mindset about ourselves, and our partners will help us be able to better navigate together in marriage. Marriage isn’t an end state but rather a beginning. It’s a process and a life-long journey. The more we seek to understand ourselves and our partners, the better equipped we will be to travel together on this beautiful, yet often challenging adventure."

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There are various exercises that help strengthen relationships. Suzie and James shared a few of them with Bored Panda.

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"They can focus on what they put into the relationship rather than what they get out of it. Truly happy couples realize that happily ever after doesn’t just happen but that it takes effort. These couples focus on action steps they can take to improve their relational happiness rather than relying on their partner to fulfill them,” was their first tip.

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I try not to go to bed angry... i usually say at least goodnight even if i mean f**k you!😅😅😅😅

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“They can share good secrets with each other. They can practice sharing important things about themselves that they have never previously revealed to each other. It might be a childhood memory, a life-changing experience, or a vivid dream. Perhaps it’s a hope for the future or a fantasy. It can be lighthearted or serious. The important thing is that they authentically share with one another something meaningful. It’s imperative that couples are curious, open, and welcoming of the secrets and nonjudgmental. By doing so, couples will feel safe and will strengthen their connection,” relationship experts Suzie and James shared.

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why isn't an option? Are we royals or something?and nowadays even royals get divorce!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Again. Bullshit. Cut out the toxic. Blood relation means nothing.

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“They can 'prioritize positivity' rather than just wait around for happiness to happen. In other words, they can schedule activities into their day that evoke joy and fulfillment. In the beginning of a relationship, we naturally experience a high level of positive emotions. As a relationship develops, we can’t expect to naturally experience the same frequency of 'high-arousal' positive emotions like amusement and joy. Rather we must notice what tends to lead to these feelings and then schedule those activities into our daily lives. Think back to the beginning of the relationship and those things that you enjoyed doing together as a couple and make it a priority to schedule them into your day. Also, try out something new that interests both of you. Research shows that seeking out and engaging in fun, exhilarating, and novel activities can increase mutual attraction and promote a healthy passion in intimate relationships.”

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What’s more, couples can create a ‘Positive relationship portfolio. “It entails gathering some of the key mementos, pictures, cards, letters, etc. that remind you specifically of your significant other and how special he/she is, and how important your relationship is. Once you put together the positive relationship portfolio you then spend 15 minutes each day for a week savoring and basking in the positive emotions that these items evoke in you. This exercise helps us rekindle those positive emotions that we had during the honeymoon phase, remembering all the great things about our partner and how important he/she is.”

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WilvanderHeijden
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No one is perfect. The secret is to love someone with their imperfections instead of despite their imperfections.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my country we say the opposite! First year you are deep into honey and then you are deep into s**t😒😒😒 not very optimistic i know!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I grew up in Montana. I stayed with my best college friend on their 50,000 acre cattle ranch regularly. Every night my friend's mother would come downstairs just to say goodnight. She looked like she was attending an Oscar awards performance (the hair and makeup). I asked my friend, "Why does your mom put on makeup and do her hair before going to bed?" My friend said, "My mom just wants to look nice for my dad." They were married for 70 years and sold the ranch ranch for $24,000,000. They're happy.

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The couple also shared that it’s a must to continue seeing old and new strengths in our partners as time goes by. “It seems that in the beginning of the relationship we notice one another’s strengths and see our partner’s differences as intriguing as evidenced perhaps by marathon conversations that last long into the evening. However, after some time we often fall into a rut, stop asking questions, and think we know all there is about our partner. What perhaps we once saw as intriguing differences we now see as annoying deficits! That’s dangerous to a relationship. It’s important to continue asking questions and seeing strengths in our partner to help build a stronger bond."

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Bobby
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

um... last time I checked women are more equiped to have multiple orgasms

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Julia King
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Arguments that end with a discussion with equal input from both people = healthy relationship Arguments that end in fighting and screaming = unhealthy, possibly toxic relationship

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Our marriage is best described by hellish screaming. But. Consider. What if... we added MORE screaming? And bills? And-"

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah...for 34 years, my husband has been out of town from Monday toThursday or Friday for 48 weeks of the year. I would have seen more of him if he'd been in the military. We're happy as clams.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i've usually had more female friends than male friends and i have lost girlfriends over it. it's sad that people think non-romantic/sexual love is impossible in that way

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Marianne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you hang your toilet paper in different directions, you might not be a perfect match. :D

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How odd he has been divorced with such sage advice... If my husband did this, we would not still be married. That is extremely disrespectful and childish.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People are not objects to be possessed, two people together should mutually respect each others boundaries regardless of marital status.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sponsor asking what she did wrong when she was explaining how she had been abused is complete bullshit. Even if she is an alcoholic that doesn't give him the right to cheat on her and abuse her.

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aww, I know they are supposed to sound tacky but they actually sound kinda adorable.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, we're all broken but we can be "scratch on the surface" broken or "head-on car crash" broken and if it's the latter, I'd be really hesitant about marrying such a person.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's more like: If you don't have issues, you might consider having children.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sex does tend to get better during the process of getting to know your partner better. However, that does not work for every couple.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The older generations had strict ideas of what was "adult" and what was "childish." When I was 45, my mom told me she'd never consider me to be an adult until I cut my waist-length hair short. Sorry, what? I own a house (which I bought by myself). I raised a child (also by myself after ex-hubby bailed). I'm pretty sure I'm an adult.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As if Sadness could have brought back Bing-Bong's rocket.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Blind lead the blind. This will just make you abusive or at least a worse person

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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The first phrase is not a bad advice though... it's better to decide our looks according to what WE like and feel comfortable with, not according someone else's preferences.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As this says, life is hard work, my marriage is the place I go to recover from it

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've been part of a playgroup for years. Some of us still meet even though our kids are past college age now. Our main group is three women and one man. It's varied and changed but the center has always had an at home dad. He's a great friend. When we can get all our spouses together and the kids we have a lot of fun. Our core is solid and I don't think any of our spouses are worried or ever worried. Other than wondering how we can talk for hours about anything and nothing and then call it a good time.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband and I were 31 when we got married. We met when we were 12, dated at 14, lost touch with each other until 29. Yes, we met young. No it wasn't get married right away. He'd thought that he'd married too young with his first wife. They divorced when they were 26.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Making your spouse happy does NOT mean sacrificing your own happiness.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can be miserable on my own thanks. Doing it in a "relationship" is twice a bad and painful.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

🎶it's nooooot sometimes🎶 🎶cause sometimes your partner is abusive or something🎶 🎶so sometimes marriage is not forever🎶 🎶so whoever said that is an idiot🎶

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Dillon Hughes
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Obligations are only dictated by those involved. Sex food clothes it's for them to discuss.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I grew up being belittled & humiliated by my father - it is NOT at all "peaceful", or healthy for anyone, ever.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, don't let your partner know that you're human with normal bodily functions? What'd he marry? A unicorn?

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Hollysmom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"A little rocky" at times is one thing. Life is tough and s$&t happens. You do need to be able to bend and compromise to a point in any relationship.

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Noemie Houtekie-N'Da
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It depends on the religion, Christianity, you don't have too. Not exactly sure about the others.

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Jasmine Hufflepuff Henderson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm actually doing this because it's my choice. There's nothing wrong with waiting and there's nothing wrong with not waiting. It depends on the person.

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Pezor Zass
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this should be much more highly rated as bad advice. It's all about outdated rigid roles that barely ever made sense or were reflected in reality. The best advice on anything is "Be a good person"

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Allan Breum
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thats great advice... If you're dealing with a self-centered egotist/narcissist.

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Amanda Reicha
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Uh, well shoot. The closest person to being spiritual does yoga for fun. Guess I missed that one.

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Allan Breum
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes! Do some blood sacrifices, perhaps some Auguries. Hell, maybe even a drugfueled orgy! (They never specified Which religion it should be from.) 😁

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Dillon Hughes
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your spouses feelings should be of utmost importance! Yes touching dose help the mind! Get the biggest bed comfortably same difference. This is a stupid post.

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Hollysmom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think that should be reworded to: make time and room for yourself. Your friends, hobbies, career, interests, etc...

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Allan Breum
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When ever someone say that, just answer: "Nah, I'm not hungry." Tends to shut them up.

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N G
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fairly certain the DIY furniture quip was originally by a comedian and not mean to be solid marriage advice...

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Dillon Hughes
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, give your spouse all of you, make them happy and they do the same! Though I believe it's better to say give %90 and take %10. Everyone needs me time ya know

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King Joffrey
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still think this is pretty sound advice, obviously not for people with fertility issues.

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Amanda Reicha
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That completely depends on how you feel about the one they are telling you to hold onto.

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Erin E
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ummm. If he’s gonna go somewhere else because he feels denied, why would they want to be with him?!

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King Joffrey
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My wife is also my best friend - nothing wrong with that. I certainly have other friends as well but I can't see what's wrong with my wife being my 'bestie'.

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Marianne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I really don't think it was meant like that. More like: marry a person you would also like to have as a friend.

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