The Changing Face of Marriage

My experience of the ‘domestic church’ has been very prominent in my life. Although I have attended Catholic school for all of my years of education so far, my parents were originally the people who introduced me to the faith. My parents taught me right from wrong, love, forgiveness, and many other values and morals that I will have for the rest of my life. Therefore, some pros of the changing structure and composition of marriage and family from ‘He’s Just Not That Into You’ are love and loyalty. Gigi works so hard to find someone to love, and does not give up on it because she has hope that someone out there will love her too. Neil demonstrates love and loyalty because he stays faithful and committed to Beth even though they are not married. Also when Beth was facing a difficult time, Neil came to her side even though they were not together at that point. However, there are some cons presented in the film as well. When Alex degrades real love or the possibility of it, he does not exhibit hope for a relationship to develop ever. Also when Neil denies the possibility of marriage, but promotes cohabitation without an official commitment, is a con of the film.

            I think that if a study says having a college degree will decrease my chances of divorce and multiple marriages then my chances will be decreased. However, just because I am getting a college degree does not mean that those who do not have one will suffer. I think that a marriage can work if two people are really committed to each other and will try their best to pull through the difficult times. I do feel compelled to someday establish the domestic church in my home because that is what I am used to. Also, the domestic church in my home has taught me so much about myself and helped me develop who I am today. I hope to raise my children with confidence the same way I was.