Aug 6, 2025
The Myth of ‘Happily Ever After’: Setting Realistic Expectations in Modern Marriage
From the earliest courtships to wedding days, couples often embrace a powerful narrative: marriage as a romantic destination where love overcomes all. As a psychologist, I help clients see how this myth, unspoken and culturally reinforced, can actually undermine the very satisfaction it promises. Disappointment in early marriage rarely stems from true incompatibility. Instead, it grows from unmet…