In your opinion, is money important in a relationship? Consider the 'transactional' element observed in the relationships between the couples. Do you think there is an upward trend of relationships and marriages valuing money over other qualities? Provide examples for your responses.
There are plenty of songs about finding your true love. This one is about the persona's childhood sweetheart:
Well, money may be important, especially in this ever materialistic world. Unfortunately, however highly-ranked it is, money is just a factor in a successful relationship.
I cannot help but agree that money is essential for a relationship to work. Many articles agree with this point, stating that a great relationship cannot be started until couples learn to communicate and agree about money matters. Without money, one cannot even sustain or support a relationship. Money is even needed to even get into a relationship, as seen in Bassanio having to get a loan just to have a chance to woo Portia.
People mostly treasure money for the following reasons:
In a relationship, there are always other factors besides money. Both usually share a common interest, have a mutual liking for each another as well as understanding. You like your partner's character and don't mind his/her shortcomings. You easily communicate with each other, with both able to comprehend the other party's view or frustration. In other words, you enjoy each other's company
Referred to:
http://www.daveramsey.com/article/the-truth-about-money-and-relationships/lifeandmoney_relationshipsandmoney/
http://ezinearticles.com/?Understand-the-Conditions-For-a-Successful-Relationship---Get-Your-Ex-Back-Using-These-Principles&id=4609916
http://humanwired.wordpress.com/2008/08/28/what-is-a-successful-relationship-what-are-the-standard-you-use-to-say-your-relationship-is-a-successful-one/
I cannot help but agree that money is essential for a relationship to work. Many articles agree with this point, stating that a great relationship cannot be started until couples learn to communicate and agree about money matters. Without money, one cannot even sustain or support a relationship. Money is even needed to even get into a relationship, as seen in Bassanio having to get a loan just to have a chance to woo Portia.
People mostly treasure money for the following reasons:
- Security: Money helps you feel safe and secure.
- Status: Money helps you create a positive image.
- Selfless: Money helps you feel good by giving to others.
- Free Spirit: Money is not a priority for your carefree lifestyle.
- Targeted Goals: Money helps you achieve your goals.
- Spontaneous: Money encourages you to enjoy the moment.
Thus, your parents are right in saying that as long as you have the money, the relationships will come to you.
For example, a poor family might be happier than a wealthy family as the poorer family is more bonded, compared to the richer family who only cares about earning money and have no time to spend time with one another. This analogy applies to relationships. Ask yourself, why is the divorce rate rising? Perhaps it is because both feel enslaved in each other's arms. If that is the case, why did you marry? Didn't you like them for who they are? Unless they till, money is only part of the picture in a relationship. Money is not everything. A poor family might be married each other for money or spouse is rich...
Referred to:
http://www.daveramsey.com/article/the-truth-about-money-and-relationships/lifeandmoney_relationshipsandmoney/
http://humanwired.wordpress.com/2008/08/28/what-is-a-successful-relationship-what-are-the-standard-you-use-to-say-your-relationship-is-a-successful-one/
Hi gregory. This is darrel. I feel that you have not really answered the second part of the question whether there is a rising trend in people valuing mooney over other qualities, also, no specific examples have been referred to. Perhaps, you may want to consider adding in that part to make your post more complete as the second part of the question is somehow linked to the first. However, you have given me a totally new point of view of ideas and posting formats. Thanks!
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