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MARRIAGE: ALWAYS A COMPROMISE?

Marriage is not one-way. It is a bond between two loving individuals who are from different backgrounds with differences in their likes, dislikes, convictions, passions, values, and principles. This means they all cannot like one thing, do one thing or agree on everything. So, what should couples do?  Many argue that marriage is an eternal compromise – partners have to meet each other half-way on a common ground. But should that always be the case?  Others also argue that one key factor to a happy marriage is for partners to learn not to compromise at all. Does that mean each partner takes an entrenched position? Marriage is a compromise Marriage is a compromise, and it is a necessary part of any happy and successful marriage. You cannot always want to have your way and expect to enjoy your marriage. It will not work! Compromising will mean not being stereotyped but coming to terms with what is at stake and taking into consideration the other partner’s views, thoughts an