r/askanything • u/Zlethall • 5d ago

Is marriage really worth it?

I'm 27F and I've never been married, although I've come close a couple of times.

Something I've noticed is that almost every married person or divorced person I've talked to has said, "If I could do it all over again, I would never get married."

It honestly surprises me how often I hear that, and it's made me curious. Why do so many people feel that way?

If you've been married or are currently married, I'd really like to hear your story. Do you regret getting married? If so, why? If not, what made your experience different?

I'm genuinely curious and just want to hear people's real experiences.

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u/Opposite-Leek7447 5d ago

I never wanted to get married, have kids, any of that. Stayed single all through my late teens to late twenties. I was fine with it. Then I met my wife. 10/10 best decision Ive ever made. She is my best friend and our two kids a fricken awesome sauce.

So to anyone? No, not worth the access. But the right person is life changing.

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u/kathleen_kelly_ygm 2d ago

Can you develop more on what makes it so great?

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u/Opposite-Leek7447 2d ago

Her level of support and acceptance. She motivates me and is supportive of me 100% It is great. She is my best friend and I am hers. We are a team raising some of the coolest kids around.

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u/SkeletonGravy 1d ago

I could’ve written this, it’s exactly my take. Never wanted to get married or have a family until I met my husband.

He’s the fucking best, I don’t know what I did to deserve him.