What did your family teach you about what to expect from relationships?

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What did your family teach you about what to expect from the opposite sex and from relationships?

Maybe_Maybe_not · Accepted Answer

Consciously?  I don't recall being taught anything on this precise aspect, but I'm sure there must be something I forgot. Unconsciously?  The interesting part, in my opinion .  Looking at their actions and behaviors ,  my parents might have taught me that nothing lasts forever, while my grand-parents might have taught me that a forever is possible if sacrificing happiness. One aunt and one uncle might have taught me that a happy very long-term relationship does exist.

Shiprex · Accepted Answer

To be giving and adaptable. Not to expect anything from things you do but to express what you want. That you are there to support those around you and be independently able to get on with things.

Do not expect reciprocation, hope for it and be grateful if you get it.

To quit wasn't considered.

PeachyPie93 · Accepted Answer

My mom always told me never believe a guy at his words because often a guy will say they love you just to get into your pants. And my dad always just said don't get married because its the dumbest thing you could do. My mom also raised me with Catholic beliefs so I always knew to protect my chastity until I was at least deeply in love with someone. And my dad honestly never cared what I did because he trusted me.

DishLady · Accepted Answer

Not much. They lead by example but there weren’t a lot of 100% reliable examples (hello 1970s).

Sonorous · Answer

My family taught me a very blue pilled version of relationships. I don't blame them because it was what they heard growing up. But knowing the blackpill very well shows me just how wrong they were.

Summeroflove · Answer

Well this sounds harsh but to NEVER make the same choices they did. Especially since a number of them are divorced.

LazerBean · Answer

They taught me to be someone who was worthy of a good spouse so that I could get a good spouse. Taught me to be picky about who I choose so that I didn't have to stress out about them later. They taught me to treat my spouse well and to choose a spouse who would treat me well.

There's a lot of things I don't see eye to eye with my parents on, but one thing I will say is that they absolutely did a good job teaching me how to pick a husband.

ProbablyClueless · Answer

General disinterest and a lack of participation from women. (wish I was making that up)

Imagine my absolute shock when I discovered that the woman you're dating is supposed to act like she wants to date you.

OneViewpoint · Answer

LOL, nothing good. My family was completely dysfunctional. I was pretty much on my own as the baby of the family. I was however well schooled in "what not to do".

Joshydavid25 · Answer

The traditional route of a man providing for and protecting a woman.. And that I gotta be absolutely ready and right for a woman.. A little bit too strict which hasn't been great for my development..

Blunky · Answer

That a mother can be extremely violent, abusive and manipulative towards her own kids. The things I learned from my friends mothers? My mother is a horrible monster.

just_a_potato · Answer

My family is very traditional. Basically telling me that I am nothing until I am married, and my husband will make me everything. Safe to say they didn't have the best marriage themselves.

Nikki1989 · Answer

My family taught me nothing whatsoever. I learned most things as a child from reading books.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Indirectly, they were ''teaching'' me to expect nothing beyond making the present day a good enough day.

Agape93 · Answer

Be quiet. Don't argue. Have kids. Have sex only to make those kids but if he rapes you, you deserved it and he has a right to your body. Etc.

trumpetplayerforlife · Answer

I was taught to be loved and respected that no man has a right to lay a hand on me

Anonymous · Answer

Not to accept less than what I deserve That I don't need someone to take care of me but if you find a worthy partner let him lead and be with him every step of the way

Hobobobo · Answer

My family taught me to expect chaos and strife.

elizamichale1 · Answer

Instead of expecting they taught me to be honest, caring, loving n compromising when needed

Mac-One · Answer

they didn't teach me anything about what to expect

Hellraiser1984 · Answer

Women are worthless money hungry parasites who expect a free ride through life and will do anything and anyone to get it.

RedScarlet1990 · Answer

Both my parents didn't set a good example. What they tought me was not to be the same as them. I grew up being a weapon in a failed relationship/s "all men are the same" lectures.

Anonymous · Answer

Just how easily men can be manipulated through sex to give you what you want

chocolatetwopointo · Answer

nothing, i dont talk ab relationships with my family

Anonymous · Answer

Family didn't teach me anything women did as in my exs did

chrissykerdock · Answer

gobs of cum down your throat

Sunrising · Answer

No teaching, but I watched

denzooo9 · Answer

that divorce is sometimes the best option🫶

exitseven · Answer

Nothing. They let me figure it out for myself.

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