I am more than you see
4 min readFeb 24, 2021

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What does it mean to sacrifice in a relationship? Is it getting rid of your lover's annoying ex-husband for her so she can live in peace? Or is she asking a little too much? If a partner ever asks this of you, my advice is to run as fast as possible before she gets someone else to sacrifice you for not sacrificing her ex. So what exactly are the boundaries of sacrificing for another person? What purpose does it serve, and does a relationship need it? Well, Yes, a healthy relationship needs give and take of reasonable sacrifice. For a person to sacrifice for another is a form of love at its ultimate unselfish glory.

Only some people actually have the ability to sacrifice for another. It is true strength in character that not many possess. Sacrifice does not decrease others; it builds on the dignity of others. Making sacrifices for others is important in life. The feeling of failure and hurting will lead to enlightenment and growth. Sacrifice can often determine your level of success in life. Making sacrifices for someone you love shows them that you care and are willing to put their needs above your own. It also has the potential to make you feel better about yourself and the kind of partner you are.

Just don’t be the only one always making the sacrifices. Love doesn’t always have to be a sacrifice; it is also a compromise. If it supports your partner and your relationship in a healthy way, then do your best by it. If it does not benefit…

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I am more than you see

I long ago realized that we make it harder on ourselves to be happy & to find love. After several failed attempts of my own. Now I'm in pursuit of both.