In our podcast we often talk about issues around dating. This is mainly because we expect our audience to be still rather youthful and still finding themselves out and we want to be here to help you guys do that. But, life isn’t just about body counts and statistics. Indeed, there’s nothing more fulfilling, more oxytocin inducing than a long-term relationship. Even intimate relationships are improved when you know your partner like the back of your hand.
Long-Term relationships come in many forms. The most common and well-known form is of course marriage, be it between a man and a woman, a woman and a woman, or a man and a man. I, personally was happily married for 18 years and the marriage only ended when SARS-CoV-2 struck and all that time together caused us to move apart. I still consider my ex to be one of my best friends though, and neither of us hold animosity toward the other for desolving the union. I consider myself quite fortunate in that respect.
But, the thing is, what I have with my ex is still a long-term relationship, it’s just one of the more powerful connecter of friendship. Long-Term friendships are the best and being able to have those conversations without speaking can be a quite deep conversation.
If, however, you’re both interested in something more than friendship, but not yet ready for marriage, there are still institutions and protocols which can bind two—or more (always with ENM!)—people in a loving, Long-Term relationship. Whether it be living together, civil union, common-law marriage, or just a casual, 6-month relationship, having the longevity brings stability, understanding, and peace. There is, after all, nothing wrong with aspiring to be or be with a Tradwife.
That said, be mindful of your own self-worth. There are people out there who will use and abuse you, and not all long-term relationships are healthy. If you’re being physically and/or emotionally abused, there are people out there who can help you restore to you some common human dignity.
Nonetheless, despite the risks, long-term relationships are worth it, and every second with your partner(s) is all that much better with someone to share! So, why not share in the discussion?
