People have different reasons for getting married late. It could be because of they are schooling, in search of financial independence, the absence of a community or the hyper-independence of city life. Is there an appropriate age to get married? According to the law in most countries, the legal age is 18 years and is permissible to get married. This implies that any functioning adult above 18 years old can get married without anyone’s consent. But does this work?
Here are some advantages of marrying early:
You opt out of the frustration to find ‘the one’
The older you get, the less easy it appears in finding ‘the one’. It becomes frustrating that you can’t find him or her. The process of dating can be challenging, and it would be nice to pass that phase as soon as possible. Plus, if you find someone you love and the relationship is healthy, why wait?
You have a high chance of having children and spending time with them
Research shows that the chances of having children decrease as you get older. That includes the quality of a man’s sperm and a woman’s egg. When you get married early, you pass this hurdle. Also, when you marry early, you watch your children grow up to be adults while you still have your life in front of you.
You build your life with your partner together
When you marry a partner that does not stifle your career and goals, you both can achieve lifelong ambitions. You can both come together to join resources to pursue your dreams.
Now the disadvantages include:
Boredom
Change is the only constant thing in life. You will change, and your spouse will change. So what happens when you wake up and realize he or she isn’t the same person you fell in love with? This is the person that you are spending the rest of your life with and it all seems boring. How can you manage that?
Children are huge responsibilities
Having babies is good. They are cute and lovely, but very expensive to groom. Taking care of your child or children means putting your needs on hold. It may even affect your career projections.
No more freedom
When you are single, you can do what you like. You only think for one but when you are married it all changes. You don’t make decisions on your own again.