New beginnings are beautiful. They are filled with excitement, thrill, and nervousness as they lead you on a mysterious and unknown journey of togetherness. No matter how well-prepared you may be, a wedding opens up a new chapter in your personal, social, and intellectual lives. Even couples who have been married for a long time will see these changes. Your future relationship will be determined by how you respond to these changes. Be open to change and be flexible.
The Commitment
This may seem obvious, but once you are on the aisle, you will feel the weight of being committed only to one person for the rest of your life. Although it might seem daunting at first, you’ll soon fall in love with spending your entire life with someone who makes you feel happy and alive.
Relationship with Your Inlaws
Inlaws’ relationships can be unique because they are based upon marriage and not a direct family relation. The ever-growing number of soap operas on television might have already influenced your perceptions about your inlaws. After marriage, you will only know if your sensory experience is correct or wrong. Your relationship with your inlaws will determine the quality of your whole relationship. Be positive and try to form strong bonds with your inlaws. You will initially face difficulties, but you will eventually learn.
Little Things
You might be surprised! These small moments of laughter and conversation will be more enjoyable than any household chores. These shared jiffys will strengthen the relationships between couples. While you may have some shared fury moments, you will also cherish the little things you share with your partner.
Vulnerability
You will gradually discover your spouse’s best and worst aspects with every moment you spend together. You’ll find that your spouse feels low, and they’ll feel vulnerable when they share their fears. This will also happen to you when you openly share the most intimate secrets you have kept from anyone. You will feel more free when you share such intimate details about yourself with your partner. This is how trust can be built. Trusted relationships are irreparable.
Society
This is the age when people can jump from one relationship into another in a matter of seconds. With a single swipe, people find their “date” within seconds. It is difficult to believe you will only be in one relationship. The community you live in takes your relationships for granted. But, once you marry, people will take your relationship seriously. A mature person can commit lifetime to a single person, and society will respect that.
Changes From the Inside
After marriage, society and you will be more aware of your surroundings. Although it may be difficult initially, you will soon notice small changes in your inner world. You can care for your spouse and sacrifice a few things. Throughout your marriage, you will learn self control, stability, and forgiveness. You will always be open to their needs and wants. When you make your children happy, it is the only way to truly feel fulfilled.
Earn A Penny Saved Is a Penny Earned
You can remember the days when your entire monthly income was spent on alcohol, parties, and useless shopping. Marriage will give you a sense of responsibility and help you to spend wisely. It is possible to want to start your own family. This will allow you to cut costs and save for a bigger house and education.
Changes to the Friend Circle
You will be less likely to hang out with single friends when you enter this new relationship of marriage. After marriage you will see them differently and you will be less likely to hang out with them. You will still make new friends as a couple and be able to relate on a personal basis.
Weekends at Home
You’ll enjoy spending weekends at your home, relaxing and watching a movie or cleaning while listening to music. You may prefer to have a delicious brunch with your family. It doesn’t matter what it is; you’ll spend your mini-vacation’ from work at home.
Your Me Time
It doesn’t matter if you prefer to spend the whole day at a spa, or just a few hours with a friend as a Me Time. You will have to make scheduling your Me Time after marriage more difficult, as you will need a partner. With whom you will spend most of your Time visiting family and shopping. While you’ll enjoy the first stages, eventually you’ll feel like you need to spend some time alone. Slowly, you will become more comfortable spending time with your partner. Soon you will discover that your partner is a genuine part of you, and you will be more inclined to spend Time together than with just one.
The most precious feeling is being married to the right person. You will share many ‘firsts’ and will be able to connect with your spouse on an individual level. You will be able to accept your partner’s imperfections and appreciate the Time you spend together. Both of you can celebrate your spouse’s successes and support each other when they fail. You will grow and shine together if you have a strong relationship and no secrets.
