Marriage Myths

Marriage Myths -- Readers' Input

Here are ten marriage myths you should put in your shredder.

We think that many myths that surround marriage give couples unrealistic expectations. Disappointment is sure to come for people who are looking for the Cinderella-like happily-ever-after storybook marriage year after year.

Remember... none of these statements are true!

This books states that the romantic notion of marriage has been a "noble and exciting experiment", but the approach has failed. The author offers suggestions on how couples and society can strengthen the vital institution of marriage.

Is your marriage in trouble because you believe in the myth of happily-ever after? A look at unrealistic expectations, why people marry, and how surrendering may be a solution for disillusionment in a relationship.

David Popenoe, the co-director of the National Marriage Project at Rutgers University, writes about ten marriage myths about marriage. The article covers myths about cohabitation, divorce, marital sex, domestic violence, marriage longevity, and more.

These persistent misconceptions about marriage may surprise you. Unfortunately, these misconceptions just won't go away.