Do Opposites Attract?

You and your guy couldn't be any more different. You say black and he says white. You are an early bird and he is a night owl. Your friends raise their eyebrows and wonder how long you two will stay together. You start to question your relationship yourself. How can two people who are so different stand a chance at surviving a long term relationship. The answer is very simple and only requires the answer to one question.

You need to ask yourself if BOTH of you are supportive of your differences or do your differences cause tension. If you are an exercise fanatic and never miss a workout at the gym or get up at 5:00am to go for a run before work, does your guy mumble and complain or does he smile and say "Have a great workout!"

Despite the fact that he chooses to be a couch potato, does he buy you that new pair of running shoes that you wanted as a surprise or does he try to talk you out of working out so you can go to happy hour with him? When you get ready to go for a run, do you re-fill his chip bowl and lovingly rub his buddha belly before you head out the door, or do you look at him with disgust?

No two people are exactly alike and sometimes differences can actually be the magic ingredient for a great, long-lasting relationship. The key is whether or not you both find your differences endearing. You need to ask yourself if you are BOTH OK with your different hobbies, interests and views? If the answer to this question is yes, then opposites will definitely attract and you and your guy can look forward to an interesting relationship that will survive the test of time.