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What kind of woman is suitable to be one's wife?

What kind of wife should a man find to be considered successful in marriage? The answer might be different from what you expect.

By Mr.kongPublished 9 months ago 5 min read

What kind of wife should a man find to be considered successful in marriage? The answer might be different from what you expect.

In the perception of most people, if a man can marry a young and beautiful wife from a well-off family, it seems that he is a winner in life, and this is the standard configuration of a successful marriage. Those photos in the WeChat Moments showing luxurious weddings and beautiful wives often attract the envy of others, as if such a marriage is the peak of happiness. However, is that really the case? When we delve into the essence of marriage, we will find that there is a completely different answer to what kind of wife a man should find to be considered successful.

My friend Aqiang used to be regarded as a lucky guy by everyone. He married a model wife with extremely high looks and a hot figure. Every time he brought his wife to a gathering, he would receive countless envious glances. Aqiang himself was quite proud and thought that he was undoubtedly successful in the aspect of marriage. But as time went by, problems gradually emerged. Aqiang's wife was accustomed to the life in the spotlight, and her daily expenses were huge. She had an insatiable pursuit of material things. In order to meet her consumption needs, Aqiang worked desperately and was under great pressure. Moreover, there was very little spiritual communication between the two. His wife had little interest in Aqiang's work and life, and only cared about her own fashion career and social circle. Gradually, Aqiang began to feel tired and lonely, and this seemingly glamorous marriage was actually full of problems.

In sharp contrast is my neighbor, Uncle Wang. Uncle Wang's wife is an ordinary housewife, with an ordinary appearance and a slightly plump figure. She doesn't have a high education degree, nor does she have a remarkable career. But in Uncle Wang's eyes, she is the most perfect wife in the world. When Uncle Wang failed in his business venture when he was young, he owed a large amount of debt. His friends around him all drifted away, and even his relatives sneered at him. Just when he was at his most desperate, it was his wife who always stayed by his side and never left him. His wife not only took out her own savings to help him pay off the debt but also encouraged him to pull himself together. With his wife's support, Uncle Wang gradually got out of the predicament and started his business again. During this process, his wife took care of the family while helping Uncle Wang with some things within her ability, such as organizing documents and contacting clients. Now, Uncle Wang's business is booming, but his affection for his wife remains the same. He often says that without his wife, he wouldn't be where he is today.

From these two examples, we can see that the success of a man in choosing a wife can by no means be measured merely by his wife's external conditions and material foundation. So, what kind of wife should a man find to be considered successful?

Firstly, a successful wife should be a man's spiritual pillar. When a man encounters setbacks and falls into a trough, she can give encouragement and support, enabling the man to regain confidence and courage. She knows how to listen to the man's troubles, understand his pressure, and will not kick him when he is down. Whether it is a failure in his career or an unpleasant situation in life, she can face it together with the man and move forward hand in hand.

Secondly, a successful wife has good communication and understanding abilities. There will inevitably be conflicts and differences in marriage, and a wife who is good at communication can resolve these conflicts in a timely manner and prevent them from escalating. She will think from the man's perspective, understand his thoughts and feelings, and at the same time, be able to express her own opinions and needs. Through good communication, the relationship between husband and wife will be more harmonious, and their feelings will be deeper.

Furthermore, a successful wife should have her own independent personality and pursuits. She is not an appendage of the man but an independent individual. She has her own hobbies and career pursuits and will not give up herself because of marriage. While taking care of the family, she can also continuously improve herself and realize her own life value. Such a wife can not only be admired and respected by the man but also bring a positive atmosphere to the family.

In addition, a successful wife knows how to manage the family and create a warm family atmosphere. Home is a man's haven. A warm and harmonious family can allow a man to relax and find comfort after a tiring day at work. She will take care of the household chores attentively, care about the daily life of her family members, and fill the family with love and warmth. She also knows how to handle the relationship with her parents-in-law and relatives, so that the man has no worries.

Of course, the standards of a successful wife mentioned here are not absolute, and every man has different needs and expectations for marriage. But essentially, a successful marriage should be based on mutual respect, understanding, support, and love. When a man looks for a wife, he should not only consider the superficial conditions but also pay attention to the inner qualities and the compatibility between the two.

Returning to the original topic, those marriages that seem successful, such as Aqiang's marriage, may just be a showy appearance on the surface, but hide endless pain and helplessness inside. And a seemingly ordinary marriage like Uncle Wang's has a deep emotional foundation and solid support, which is truly successful.

In real life, we are often influenced by external standards and think that a man is successful if he marries a beautiful and wealthy wife. But when we calm down and think about the true meaning of marriage, we will find that a truly successful marriage is to find the person who can accompany you through life, support each other in the face of difficulties, and be with each other in ordinary life.

So, what kind of wife should a man find to be considered successful? The answer lies in your heart, in your understanding and pursuit of marriage. I hope that every man can find his own successful wife and have a happy and fulfilling marriage. Do you have any different opinions on this topic? Welcome to leave a message in the comment section to discuss.

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Mr.kong

a wordsmith wielding prose as my chisel to explore the intricate depths of human nature at the intersection of reality and imagination. Over a decade of writing has seen me traverse the dust of history and the creases of contemporary life

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