Preparing Yourself for Relationships of the Future

Romantic relationships, marriages, and partnerships have been incredibly popular throughout the history of humanity. Shared responsibilities, support, and having a companion throughout life is a gift. Couples who have stayed together for 40, 50 or even 60 years or more are very blessed to have had a partner that they could grow with, learn from, and share life's highs and lows with. This is definitely a relationship goal worth having. And while I've talked up the benefits of a long lasting relationship, I'm going to hit you with something else too.

In these times of choice up choice, the ability to change partners is easier than ever. With people moving from job to job, your choices for a different partner rise considerably. With the advent of online dating you're exposed to a wide pool of individuals you might not otherwise come across. In these times of being able to change your mind on a dime, being monogamous (physically and emotionally), with same person, is taking a beating.

There is no real judgment to pass on this new paradigm. Having multiple life partners is an enriching experience too. You deal with the pain of these relationships ending, but if you're not bitter and feel that you're better off for having met and enjoyed time with this person, then you've processed the experience healthfully. A new paradigm in how we go about engaging in romantic partnerships is coming about.

Over 45% of Americans are unattached today. Where as in 1970, that number was around 23%. People exercising their options to not settle down has been on the rise for a quite a while and that figure may rise even further. There are theories about this; people not being able to grow together or have the patience with each other anymore, women being able to pick and choose because their ability to survive isn't dependent on a relationship, or people finding real satisfaction in living their life unattached and free. And there are many more theories not mentioned here too.

This means people may get together with an end date in mind, knowing that they're looking to enjoy this time and this experience for a period of time, rather than forever. On the opposite side, people who are interested in forever have their work cut out for them because they need to find someone who they truly expect to spend the rest of their days with.

These paradigm shifts are neither good or bad, really. They're just part of an evolving landscape of social relations between humans. Expect more shifts to occur as time goes on and be flexible and open to the opportunities that present themselves. Companionship is a healthy experience, when engaging intimately with someone your ability to grow and evolve is enhanced. So whether for a life time or a period, life partners are a value-add experience for your life. #enjoyingthetimeyouhave #single #changingrelationships #choices

Santee Blakey is a Life Coach and Licensed Massage Therapist at Soul Growth Wellness. When she's not biking, reading, or biking, or reading (she needs new hobbies, suggest her some:-), she'll be writing and enjoying a caramel frappacino in her favorite Starbucks.. Follow her on Youtube for her series --> Self Acceptance: What It's Really Like (A Journey).