Should you marry for love or money?

We often think of money as something that corrupts the purity of love. Likewise, love is seen as an emotion that has nothing to do with finances. The truth is that the two are quite closely related.

In one survey, about 56% of Americans said they would rather have a partner who was financially secure than someone who just made them feel “passionate.” Similarly, in another survey, 75% of women said they would not marry a man who did not have a job. However, 91% of single women said they would marry for love rather than money.

One explanation for these inconsistent results is that the vast majority of women value love over money unless the man's finances are below a certain threshold.

In the conflict between love and life, love does not always win. Therefore, it is best to have a balanced combination of love and money.

Think about the long term in the relationship

When faced with a choice between a partner who is capable of benefiting you (materially) and one who is willing to benefit you (by being generous, cooperative, trustworthy) you should choose the latter.

One study explains that enthusiasm is a much rarer quality and therefore more valuable. This doesn’t mean we should ignore financial considerations in a potential mate. However, you shouldn’t put wealth and status at the top of your priority list because it can overshadow what’s really important, a person’s character.

Love is a real investment

If the basis of a relationship is based on economic benefits, there is little hope that it will turn into love. Relationships based on benefits will usually be short-lived because one person is only useful to another for a period of time.

Working together with your partner to improve your finances to achieve your goals is a smart and beneficial decision.

However, your life partner is not a means to your success but someone with whom you share the common fruits.

Promote happiness

Choosing a wealthy partner who is incompatible with you can lead to lower relationship satisfaction, poorer quality of life, and more frequent negative emotions.

Choosing a partner you enjoy spending time with, even admire, helps fill your life with joy.

Therefore, it is wise to be in a relationship where both of you are happy first and generate positive emotions for each other. Let these positive emotions motivate you to create wealth together.

According to VnExpress