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Originally Posted by tracilicious
In fact, I'd say it's an opposite kind of pressure. Everything is about instant gratification, living for oneself, or for the moment, etc. I think society actually makes it more difficult to stay committed to a monogamous relationship, not less so.
Either way, a person should have the moral integrity to be honest with him or herself prior to commiting. If one doesn't want a monogamous relationship, than one shouldn't commit. I think the society excuse is sometimes too heavily relied upon.
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I completly agree with you. I have seen the desire for immediate gratification growing while the "disposability" of relationships has increased. Having gone through our own personal trials in marriage, I can say that having a committed, monogomous relationship can be incredibly challenging but also more rewarding than anything. It takes maturity to have that kind of commitment and respect the other person enough to remain monogomous. Not everyone can do it or understands and respects the grave consequences that enivetably happen wothout it.