After reaching a certain age, almost everyone in this country has to face the question: “When are you getting married?” Whether you are a ‘celebrity’ or a ‘commoner,’ this question is common. Marriage marks a new chapter in life, but to start this chapter, it’s not just about ‘age’; you have to prepare yourself in all aspects.
Let’s say you are of marriageable age. Your family is discussing marriage, and there are no financial obstacles. Are you truly ready for marriage? Check yourself today with these eight questions. There are four answers for each question. You will get 5 points for answer ‘A,’ 4 points for answer ‘B,’ 3 points for answer ‘C,’ and 2 points for answer ‘D.’ Finally, compare your results.
What does marriage mean to you?
- A. A pledge to stand by each other in any situation
- B. Walking with a companion for life’s necessities
- C. Very romantic
- D. An extra hassle in life
What do you do when you have a disagreement with someone close to you?
- A. Talk to them calmly about the issue
- B. Get angry and shout
- C. Bring up the issue later at some point
- D. Avoid them
What is your experience of being in the same place with people you didn’t grow up with?
- A. Great
- B. Good
- C. Rough
- D. Very difficult
How do you think finances should be handled after marriage?
- A. Regardless of one’s income, things should be managed by collective planning
- B. The one who earns more should take more responsibility
- C. Who pays for what should be decided based on the circumstances
- D. Each should manage their own expenses
What do you think about housework?
- A. Both should work together
- B. There’s no harm in hiring help to manage the housework
- C. My spouse will handle it
- D. You weren’t born to cook or shop
What do you do when it comes to family decision-making?
- A. Talk to everyone and consider everyone’s needs
- B. Listen to everyone, but give more importance to certain people’s opinions
- C. Do what I think is best
- D. You don’t get involved in these things
When you have endless leisure time, how do you want to spend it?
- A. With my spouse
- B. With other family members
- C. Hanging out with friends
- D. Alone, by myself
What do you think of ‘in-laws’?
- A. A good relationship with in-laws will develop through mutual understanding
- B. There will be a lot of responsibility
- C. Everyone will love me
- D. There will definitely be conflicts with them
Results
If your total score is between 31 and 40, it can be assumed that you are ready for marriage.
If your score is between 26 and 30, you are somewhat prepared. However, if you organize your thoughts a bit more, life after marriage will be easier for you.
If your score is between 21 and 25, you are probably interested in marriage but not quite ready yet. You need to practice more realistic thinking about life. In that case, taking more time may be helpful.
If your score is below 20, you are likely not ready yet. It wouldn’t be wise to rush into marriage at this point. For now, you can focus more on self-improvement.
