Marriage Or Cohabitation
I have mentioned before, that I see no benefits from getting legally married, unless marriage is needed to be allowed to live in the same country.
I have mentioned before, that I see no benefits from getting legally married, unless marriage is needed to be allowed to live in the same country.
I am looking for a mindmate, for whom getting physically involved has automatically the emotional consequence of creating the feeling of being bonded by monogamous commitment as a responsible partner with obligations. With such a man, legal marriage adds no benefits to cohabitation.
With a man, for whom physical intimacy does not create a monogamous bond, legal marriage does not provide any protection against being hurt. But while in the case of cohabitation I can immediately get rid of a cheating partner, legal marriage would tie me to a jerk for a year of separation and divorce costs a lot of money.
Now there is a study showing, that legal marriage is not a requirement for happiness.
A new study, published in the Journal of Marriage and Family reveals that married couples experience few advantages for psychological well-being, health, or social ties compared to unmarried couples who live together. While both marriage and cohabitation provide benefits over being single, these reduce over time following a honeymoon period.
""We found that differences between marriage and cohabitation tend to be small and dissipate after a honeymoon period. Also while married couples experienced health gains -- likely linked to the formal benefits of marriage such as shared healthcare plans -- cohabiting couples experienced greater gains in happiness and self-esteem. For some, cohabitation may come with fewer unwanted obligations than marriage and allow for more flexibility, autonomy, and personal growth" said Musick."
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/01/120118101335.htm
