The episode of "Adam Ruins Everything" shown in class gives many examples of myths and misleading information about weddings and marriage. One is the 'tradition' of spending an enormous amount of money. Bridal magazines aim to sway the bride-to-be toward more expensive, glamorous items. People could save a lot of money if they understood that they may not need the accessories which cost the most. Industries profiting off of weddings just want their consumers to think they do. Another cost related myth is that if the couple spends more money on the wedding, that they will be happier. In reality, the more money that is spent on the wedding, the more likely the marriage will end in divorce. This realization could also help save bank accounts as well as relationships. A third important point Adam makes is that "the one" or "a soulmate" isn't really out there. Couples who believe in these types of things are more likely to break up sooner. Understanding that relationships take work, rather than expecting the universe to put in the labor to make the relationship successful, can make a marriage work.
Sunday, September 29, 2019
Misconceptions of Marriage
The episode of "Adam Ruins Everything" shown in class gives many examples of myths and misleading information about weddings and marriage. One is the 'tradition' of spending an enormous amount of money. Bridal magazines aim to sway the bride-to-be toward more expensive, glamorous items. People could save a lot of money if they understood that they may not need the accessories which cost the most. Industries profiting off of weddings just want their consumers to think they do. Another cost related myth is that if the couple spends more money on the wedding, that they will be happier. In reality, the more money that is spent on the wedding, the more likely the marriage will end in divorce. This realization could also help save bank accounts as well as relationships. A third important point Adam makes is that "the one" or "a soulmate" isn't really out there. Couples who believe in these types of things are more likely to break up sooner. Understanding that relationships take work, rather than expecting the universe to put in the labor to make the relationship successful, can make a marriage work.
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Your last sentence of this post really stands out to me. I think more people would benefit if they knew that relationships don't work on their own, they require attention and honest effort. Some people expect a love to grow, but don't seem to want to tend to it or water it when needed. Weddings are a waste of time if the love is not there in the first place.
ReplyDeleteI agree. I think it is important that people understand that they could actually have a happy relationship with probably many people. There is not just one person that a higher power "made" for them. The concept of having one person you are meant to be with is not true. It is your responsibility to put the effort in to make any relationship successful.
DeleteI wonder if Adam is so bitter because he's a virgin and every girl has turned him down so far...hmmm
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