Deep questions to ask before marriage

In my years as a psychologist and now mental health podcast host, I've seen a lot of individuals in unhappy marriages. In some of these cases, there are particular crises that have led to the strains: the loss of a loved one, difficulties with child-rearing, unexpected health problems, or financial setbacks.

But in other cases, the early warnings of potential friction were there all along, in the form of personality conflicts or day-to-day incompatibility.

If you are thinking of committing for life — or even just living together — it may be very helpful to contemplate some of the issues that can frequently drive a wedge in long-term relationships.

20 things to discuss before marriage

Often, in the throes of passionate romantic love, it is hard to envision that the daily, unromantic grind ("Why do you always use up the last of the coffee without letting me know?") can be enough to threaten that love. But take it from a therapist who is privy to people's relationship misery: It most certainly can.

Below are some issues that you may not have thought about, but you must, before committing to someone.

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