Marriage Relationship
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A Marriage Relationship is an interpersonal relationship between two or more persons that is recognized by social institutions as a marriage institution
- Context:
- It can range from being a Romantic Marriage Relationship to being a Friendship Marriage Relationship, depending on the nature of the bond.
- It can range from being a Symmetric Marriage Relationship to being a Assymetric Marriage Relationship, depending on the nature of the bond.
- It can range from being a Short-Term Marriage Relationship to being a Long-Term Marriage Relationship, depending on the duration of the commitment.
- It can range from being a Monogamous Marriage Relationship to being a Polygamous Marriage Relationship, depending on cultural and personal beliefs.
- It can range from being a Companionate Marriage to being a Platonic Marriage, focusing on companionship and mutual support.
- It can involve significant mutual respect and shared values, providing a stable foundation.
- It can be based on emotional intimacy and physical intimacy, where partners share a deep personal connection and physical affection.
- It can evolve, adapting to changes in partners' lives and circumstances.
- It can face challenges such as Conflict Resolution, Miscommunication, and external pressures like societal expectations and cultural norms.
- It can be celebrated and strengthened through Shared Milestones and Rituals, such as anniversaries and shared activities.
- It can provide Emotional Benefits such as stress relief, increased happiness, and a sense of security.
- It can be influenced by Cultural Context, Personality Traits, and Life Circumstances.
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- Example(s):
- a Friendship Marriage Relationship such as the relationship between Eleanor Roosevelt and Franklin D. Roosevelt, showcasing their mutual respect and partnership in both personal and public life.
- a Companionate Marriage, exemplified by the later years of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's relationship, which was characterized by enduring companionship and shared experiences.
- a Platonic Marriage, such as the union between writers Virginia Woolf and Leonard Woolf, based on intellectual companionship and mutual support rather than romantic passion.
- a Polygamous Marriage Relationship such as of Fath-Ali Shah Qajar, the second Shah of Qajar Iran, who had over 1,000 spouses, demonstrating historical polygamy in Persian royalty.
- an Arranged Marriage Relationship such as the union of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, which began as a political arrangement but developed into a deep, romantic love that inspired the creation of the Taj Mahal.
- a Long-Distance Marriage Relationship like that of John and Abigail Adams, who spent years apart due to John's political career but maintained a strong bond through extensive letter writing.
- an Intercultural Marriage Relationship such as the union between Queen Noor (born Lisa Halaby in the United States) and King Hussein of Jordan, bridging Western and Middle Eastern cultures in a high-profile royal marriage.
- a Senior Marriage Relationship like the late-in-life union of Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter, who married young but have maintained a strong, evolving partnership well into their 90s, collaborating on humanitarian efforts.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- See: Romantic Marriage Relationship, Friendship Marriage Relationship, Companionate Marriage, Platonic Marriage, Monogamous Marriage Relationship, Polygamous Marriage Relationship.