Compromises in a couple
Now that we've explored the concepts of selfishness and happiness, let's consider their implications in a romantic relationship. What is its true form? Or rather, what should its meaning be for a relationship to be considered serious and lasting?
Jan 13, 2026 · 2 min read
We always hear that a serious relationship requires various compromises and sacrifices so that it can progress and last forever. But, in reality, we all know that these sacrifices and compromises depend on our genuine commitment to such a project. Accepting to abandon one's true self and become someone else is the image that comes to mind when we hear about sacrifices and compromises. Without being hypocritical, no one would accept making such a life choice, unless they were blindly in love. In that case, what should we do? How should we go about laying these foundations in our relationship?
True love is found in the joy of saying yes to the desired person; it is by no means a sacrifice of one's personality, but rather a renewal. Sacrifice doesn't mean forgetting oneself or abandoning one's past self, but rather finally saying yes to one's true self while accepting the other as they are, and building together a relationship that suits both of you. If before we focused only on ourselves, now we see ourselves and the other person. The relationship is not a handicap; it's a bonus added to our existence. Making compromises in a relationship is only beneficial for each person involved because they bring to each other what the other possesses and use it to fill the void that was there. But unfortunately, society brainwashes us with trivialities it creates, then uses our sadness to plunge us even deeper into an endless labyrinth of "body counting."
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