Here is another awesome guest post from my husband, Tim Horvath! I had the privilege of collaborating with him on this piece, and we believe these ideas are incredibly timely for our cultural moment.
Tim specializes in couples’ therapy and sex therapy through the Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, right down the street from my office. He also has a private practice called Living Room Therapy where he does in-home therapy as a more convenient option for busy couples and families.
In this piece, we explore the history of “true love” and how our culture shapes our expectations for romantic relationships. We also unpack what real intimacy is and the purpose of marriage. If you’ve ever questioned the kind of love depicted in Disney movies, this post is for you!
Here is a sneak peak!
“The myth of true love is in and of itself ancient. However, in our modern Western society it has taken its place as the ultimate virtue. Today, there is a widespread belief that the greatest reason to have intimate relationships or to get married is to attain this kind of love, and by default to pursue happiness. The majority of current romance films and novels will reveal this theme. At the same time, the greatest reason to sever relational ties or to divorce is thought to be a loss of love or unhappiness.”
Want to read more? Me, too! To read the full post, click here.