Naima_1_DQ1&2
In India there are many laws that people have to abide to, which include the Dharma. People in India believe that marriage, more than being something that has been arranged, is a sacred commandment that lasts for many lives. Therefore, a married couple may reincarnate into a higher or lower level being and still meant to be married. Hence, they seem to show more respect towards the vows of marriage. On the other hand, because in the United States and other American countries, we have been granted so much freedom and so many rights, that we tend to believe that we can do whatever we want. There is no longer a sense of respect and commitment towards the spouse. Besides, pop culture has has a tremendous influence over the lives of young adults and adolescents. Kids, nowadays, may see that marriages between famous people only last a couple of months; therefore, it is seen as being okay.
I don't think that marriages should be arranged by parents because a marriage should be based on the compatibility and love that two individuals have towards each other. Even though in India the divorce rate is so low, this does not necessarily mean that the couple is happy. I do believe, on the other hand, that parents should approve marriages. In order to live in harmony there must be acceptance from the parents. Some people tend to say that as long as the two of them love each other, they'll be fine. I do not believe that's completely true. Some problems may arise in the future that could be avoided before hand. It may take a while before the parents aprove of the relationship, but it is worth the wait.
I have a boyfriend and we're both from Nicaragua, so we're both hispanics. I am Baptist and he is Catholic, but so far, that has not been an issue for our relationship. On the other hand, it has made us find a common ground , which is our love for God. We come from somewhat similar socioeconomic backgrounds, and above all, we share the same values. He graduated from Ozarks two years ago, and I will soon graduate as well. Before meeting, we lived 45 minutes away from each other.
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posted by Naima @ 2:38 PM
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I agree when you say that pop culture has had a tremendous influence especially when teenagers see marriages between famous people that only last a couple of months. The Kardashians are a perfect example. They exert a massive influence in young adults and teenagers; clearly they portray that marriage is not a big deal and that changing their partner can be as easy as changing their underwear.
I definitely agree that pop culture has had a very big influence on the views and practices of marriage among young adults and adolescents today. Magazines, television shows, and websites are always headlining the divorces of celebrities and famous people. Because of how much young adults and adolescents are exposed to such news, divorce may just be seen as something completely normal and acceptable now.
I also agree that marriages should not be arranged by parents. Just like you said, lower divorce rates do not necessarily mean that couples are happy. The affection that two people have for each other may not be the only important thing in determining whether a couple will be happy and successful at a marriage, but it is important.
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