Are relationships meant to last forever?

[rafee_positive]

[Cynicaldreamer]

If you find the right person? Yes! At least until one of you dies that is.

But realistically most of us know relationships rarely last for a long period of time. That's sad, but true.
People get bored, give up instead of trying to resolve their problems, or don't properly communicate.
Or they grow apart.

Yes, people change with time. That's why you're supposed to adapt. Instead, we as humans resist change or things we don't like and give up. I'm not saying it's right or wrong. But such factors make it difficult for any type of relationship to be long lasting.

[abutaher]

In my country, relationships last forever except very few.

[KeziL]

Some are, some aren't. Some teach you what you're really looking for, and some show you how amazing the world can be. Every relationship is important because it shapes your life in a special way, but not all are supposed to last forever. Some just pave the path for the one that will last forever.

[BlessedDaddy]

Romantic Relationships are at the mercy of two people who love themselves or they cannot love each other. and if both want the same thing and are willing to be loving and selfless and completely devoted to each other. They can, at the least last for a lifetime.

[PrudentGuy]

Forever? No.

A lifetime? Yes. My grand parents died married only once to each other. My late father passed and my mother is now a widow.

I think those relationships are great. And a lifetime is sufficient. No need forever.

[aWes0MeNeSs]

Ideally, yes, but it doesn't always turn out that way. I do think that that should be the goal, however.

[Adam1978]

No that adds to much pressure on giving someone a chance. It's a goal but you might need to try a few times to find someone for you and to learn how relationship works.

[JananiiSrii]

Yes. In Indian culture we take marriage very seriously. My parents have been married for decades and have made a vow to stay together forever.

[Hepy82]

I think maybe there is someone out there who I could be with for life, happily. I just haven't met them yet. I get my optimism from my parents, still happily together after 52 years.

[glock33sig357]

No! But that's why you should keep learning about yourself and each other as you become more aware of things that you experience, people who you come in contact with and events that test you on a regular basis.

[Tiffany27]

No, people grow apart and change. Most people lose attraction after being together so many years.

[Dchrls78104]

People can be deeply scarred for life when a relationship fails. Yet human stupidity and hardheadedness are at the centre of most relationship failures. Yes, relationships are supposed to last forever.

[slatyb]

They aren’t meant to do anything. One or both people may hope it lasts forever when they meet but things change and most relationships end.

[dragoblack]

They can, it depends on communication, trust , honesty, loyalty, respect, and work you put into the relationship.
The reason most relationships dont work out is because of dishonesty, no communication, lack of trust, and cheating

[dmvgirl16]

Well i think that if u make the relationship work then they are meant to last forever

[2troubleiam]

Yes ideally. But world is fucked up and people fuck things with their behaviour.

[GhostMochi]

Do I wish that were the case? Yes.
But does it ever really happen? No, but it does in some cases.

[Aenigmata]

No just cause it didn't last forever doesn't mean it wasn't worth it

[ItsTheNephilim]

Yes and no. If they're meant to last forever, they'll.

[SaraSmithishere]

Well, I hope to have a relationship with my parents for as long as they're around.

In terms of dating, it depends on the person.

[genericname85]

that entirely depends on the people having that relationship xD nobody says you gotta have a relationship forever.

[nodnol32]

If they were would we really be hearing break up stories?

[Therisinghero12]

Nope, it's always seen as the ideal for some reason, but I think it's better to remain flexible and go with the flow

[SunnyCaliGirl]

Not all relationships, some end that lead to even better relationships

[legalboxers]

NO. each relationship you have is a stepping stone for each part of your life. When you find that person who will be your "forever" then you are good

[In_Trance]

Depends what you mean by forever. When people speak of forever in relationships, it's usually about 4 years

[Anonymous]

In the ideal world, yes but life doesn't work like that.

[Daniel_Dano]

Yes definitely, if someone had many past relationships it's a very big red flag

[Knuxx]

I hope some are ment to persist. I know some are ment to end. I try not to think about it.

[Anonymous]

Fooook No.
Men are not biologically programmed to be monogamous we do it because of social pressures and shaming created by women

[melanieeeB]

Everything ends eventually, nothing lasts forever

[Liasso]

Relationships? No
Bonds or soulmates? Yes

[1CentWorth]

Not yours. Other people, sure, but not you.

[LoU_Hades]

Nope. Enjoy it as long it's enjoyable

[JosyJosy]

No, since we all die eventually :p

[headset]

thought you would give meaningful opinion. For me it should be a life long agreement.

[JosyJosy]

@headset Some relationships end in breakups though, some get backstabbed, what do you do if that agreement is broken like that?

[headset]

I said it is to me. I check everything before becoming serious with someone. Tho I failed everytime. I don't have faith in relationships anymore. Because it is too hard to find someone with same values and goals

[headset]

May you check your pm? I will send you a link

[JosyJosy]

@headset Ya I don't think relationships are to last forever, some don't and should be used as a lesson

[headset]

madam, got the link?

[JosyJosy]

@headset hae yet to check

[stickytoes]

Realistically no ideally yes

[Gedaria]

Be great if they did...

[Iron_Man]

No your lucky to get a year out of the average one

[MountAverage]

What do you mean "meant to"?

[BMWE46M3]

Yes! Of course... but they don’t always

[wewpet]

Love needs love and empathy for each other

[moonpie89]

Ideally , yes but it's not realistic

[bannacookies]

No, I don't think so.
Nothing lasts forever.

[scooogy]

They're called relationships, not permanentships.

[Anonymous]

yes, the right one is

[Cryptic-Game]

All relationships should last forever.

[MillieBrunette]

Yes.

[Anonymous]

You're kidding, right?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Marriage, yes.

[Boberston]

Nope!

[RainbowFlair]

No, they are the now

[lynx2k]

It's not forever

[BillysBabe]

Absolutely 💯