Sunday, January 10, 2010
A Little on Proverbs
The saying “Birds of a feather flock together” and “opposites attract” are sayings that have been mentioned repeatedly throughout my life. After the various experiences I have had in regards to relationships I’ve had with others, whether it be family, friends, romantic relationships, etc., I think I have to agree more with the saying “birds of a feather flock together”. It seems to me that those with similar qualities and beliefs will have a smoother, more agreeable relationship. Constantly disagreeing with someone, even when it is over the most insignificant matter, becomes increasingly draining over time. I do believe it is true that those with similar qualities tend to “flock” together. Examples of this concept can be seen in politics, religion, and other major practices that hold a high amount of importance worldwide. I understand, however, the positive side of being around someone whose personality contrasts with your own. You are given an opportunity to understand a different perspective on certain subjects, and you may even experience a lifestyle that is vastly different from your own. I feel the appeal of being around someone whose personality is “opposite” your own would be the excitement of disagreeing and clashing. In my opinion, the clashing would become gradually tiresome. I am sure, however, that there are many who agree more with the saying “opposites attract” rather than the saying “birds of a feather flock together”.
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I definitely agree with you. Relationships that will last are often built on common beliefs and interests. Although it would be boring to be in a relationship in which you agree completely on everything, complete opposites will end up constantly fighting and arguing. A balance of similarities and differences create the most rewarding relationships.
ReplyDeleteThis is so true. My best friend got with a girl who share the same flaws and different beliefs with him. Because they have different beliefs, they disagree. Because they have the same temper, which is bad, they fight hard. I believe the best kind of relationship should be 2 people with similar beliefs and different tempers.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. I think some differences are necessary so that there can be balance in the relationship, but similarities are what keep them together. You can only learn from one another if you are good at different things, but the same interests keep you from separating. Especially in a dating relationship, I think having the same vision, more than anything else, is the most important commonality that will keep the relationship together.
ReplyDeleteIm all about balancing things! Actually I like to think of it as a continuum. Where one lies on this relationship interest curve depends on one's personality. Me thinks I be mostly on the Feather side of things. I like to share my interests with people, but I do like to experience new things. I suppose Im still trying to figuring out where I exactly I lie in scheme of it all, But thats what makes life exciting.=D
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