Is it possible to be happy with the only person you have ever dated?

Traci P

Its great that you found someone you have been so happy with for a long time, however I think that eventually you, him or the both of you will wonder what else is out there. That might end up in cheating because of the fact that the both of you will feel so guilty wondering about other people since you have been together for so long that it will happen behind each others backs. Trust me, this isn't good. You might want to maybe take a break, see what else is out there for a year and then meet back and see what resulted in that. If you two are still in love then ok, mission accomplished, but if not then at least there wasn't any dishonesty in your relationship and you can maybe keep a friendship and respect for each other.

HollyyMarie

yes its very possible
you dont need to date alot of different people to know the one you're supposed to be with, thats bull. alot of people will tell you that but its not true at all
ive only dated on man and we're getting married this summer. i dont need to date different people to know that i love him and that im happy. i am happy and i do love him with my whole heart
im glad though, because the way i see it, im able to give my whole heart to him instead of just a piece like i would if i dated a bunch of other guys and gave them a piece. he gets it all

dont listen to what other people say, its your life, your call

good luck
hollyy

Schatten

Definitely. You shouldn't worry so much about what other people think, even your parents. If you are happy with him and he is happy with you, that is all that matters. Dating can help to determine what you like and dislike about a person, however it isn't really needed for everybody.

Good luck to you and your boyfriend.

Jeremy R

dont let anyone else tell you what to do, or how you feel, life is complicated, and everyones path is different, perhaps it wont work out..but perhaps it will..i think its worth trying to make it work..i mean if you end it now..you will always wonder what if... trust me thats worse then wondering wut ur missing out on..cause trust me its nothing special. Be happy you are with someone you love, its everything.

Veronica S

I am only the second person that my hubby dated, and we have been together for 20 years, and are very very happy. You say you are not sure if you are happy because you haven't experienced as much as some people, although this maybe true. Do we really need to experience absolutely everything to know whether it is good or bad. No instinctively you know not to put your hand on a hot stove, you do not need to experience rape to know it must be awful. So just because you may not of have all these life experiences, they are never necessary to determine whether or not you are really happy, and believe me you would definitely know if your were not. Don't compare yourself to other people and their relationships, so don't think just because his parents ended in divorce, your relationship will. They obviously had a lot going on when they got divorced and being together since they were teens, I honestly do not think was the reason. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Riverrat715

Are you unhappy. Do the two of you fight? Do you wish you were with some one else? When you see a hot guy do you wish you could be with him. Do you have fun with your bf of eight years, do the tow of you laugh together, do you talk about things. If he were to get hurt or die how would you feel? I know three couples who began dating at 13 or 14, They are now in their late 60s and still love each other and are happy together. they never dated anyone else. We just had our 50th class reunion and all three said when asked that they couldn't imagine life without each other. Just honestly answer the questions I have asked and then decide. No one can tell you how to feel. Maybe you two are a couple of the lucky ones who don't have to waste your time looking for the right one because you found each other the first time, Good Luck

irish girl

I think that if you are truly happy you should be with that person. I was married at 16 and am now 24, divorced my ex husband at 18. I would never give up being able to date around, it's been the best thing for me. I've been able to see what I do and do not want in a relationship, and also what traits I like. Additionally it's definitely assisted in helping me find someone. If you can get over the hardship of right now then I think it may be worth it to date around. Not only that, if you end up with this person and somehow it doesn't work out then you may find yourself wondering what to do. I know that my ex was like a security for me, but I've never been more happier dating. Good luck to you, I hope your current is your forever love but taking a break never hurts.

Shannon

I think you should avoid it if you are still happy together now after 8 years of adolescences...
But are you happy? A common mistake young people make is over-commitment and they suffer (or tolerate) through a dead relationship that should have ended years ago. 8 years is a long freakin' time!
Do you still look forward to seeing each other or is it just something you do out of habit now?

You should educate yourself on the commitments of marriage before you do it an talk to each about them. You can avoid the mistakes people make, mostly taking each other for granted, in marriage that lead to hatred and divorce.

Joy

I dont think it is possible b/c in the back of your mind you are always feeling like you have missed something. I married the guy that I dated all through high school and it ended b/c we both wanted to experience new things. I know people make it work, but I tink that they are just settling and settling never was good enough for me!

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