Realistic expectations are important for a fulfilling marriage from "summary" of Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller
The concept of having realistic expectations in marriage is a crucial one. Many people enter into marriage with unrealistic ideas about what it will be like. They expect their spouse to fulfill all their needs and desires, to always make them happy, and to never disappoint them. This kind of thinking is not only unrealistic but also harmful to the marriage. Marriage is a union between two imperfect people who are bound to make mistakes and fall short of each other's expectations. It is important to understand that no one person can meet all of our needs and fulfill all of our desires. We must be willing to accept our spouse's flaws and shortcomings, just as we expect them to accept ours. Having reali...
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