There is an old saying that opposites attract. Are you nodding in agreement, or are you wondering if that’s true? Let’s look at a couple of examples and see if they hold. A young woman who loves parties sees a man that looks interesting. She quickly finds that he hates parties, and he wants to be left alone. Odds are she would discover his point of view as a downer and move on. How about two people who meet in a national park. He loves the beauty of nature and enjoys the serenity and quiet. He meets three women on a walking path. They chat. Two of the women are married, and the third seems interesting to our fellow. She tells him that she hates the place and can’t wait to get back to the big city. Again, odds are he will see her point of view as a downer. He will leave.
It would appear from the two examples that the old saying doesn’t hold. I can think of two people who seem opposite at first glance, becoming a couple. Let’s go back to the first example I gave you. What if they discover that he doesn’t like this kind of party but loves those where there’s dancing, and she loves to dance. They would have a mutual interest. I’m sure there are other cases where seemingly opposites attract. How about you? Can you think of two opposites that might attract?
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If the 1 person provides a lack in the other, then the sum makes the balance to work well together. Thus 1/2 + 1/2 = 1 better function as a couple. For example, one is too serious and the other has a good sense of humor, both may appreciate the other’s skills. Another cannot manage money or keep the bank account right, the other is great with numbers and budget, they could work well to help each other. Of course, having at least 1 thing they like about the same would also help.
I think opposites do attract and can make great couples. A quite person (introvert) can be compatible with an extrovert. What one lacks, the other makes up for it. An extrovert can make the introvert feel more comfortable with others and in crowded/loud situations, and the introvert can help the other to take time to relax, contemplate and observe his/her environment.
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