The Evolution of Marriage Expectations

Marriage in modern times allows for more diverse connections compared to the past, where expectations were minimal. The advice to lower expectations in struggling areas can be beneficial but should not always be considered as a general principle. In the absence of expectations, people may not strive to improve relationships. Unlike marriages in the 1800s or even the 1950s, present-day marriages focus on personal growth and self-expression within the relationship, creating new types of connections.