Today, interracial relationships have become very common. However, just like almost 25 years ago, these couples face challenges that can make it difficult to have a happy relationship. Inevitably, interracial couples have different cultures, different beliefs, and different customs. Although all these differences exist, can Love really conquer all?
Being that America is a melting pot, one would think two people, from different backgrounds, falling in love would be accepted. Unfortunately, society can sometimes make us feel uncomfortable with ourselves; therefore, not allowing us to accept others’ differences. We live in a world where people are judged by stereotypes. Maintaining a relationship is not easy, and it doesn’t help to constantly be pressured not only by friends and family but also by the general public.
If “regular” couples come across difficult moments in their relationships, just imagine the challenges couples with so many differences might be facing and having to deal with. These differences don’t really have to be a burden on the relationship. Instead of looking at the differences as obstacles, why not embrace them and make them into a positive experience? This can be an opportunity to learn and experience other cultures. It is a chance to see the beauty of other nationalities and a way to strengthen the relationship.
Getting outside of your comfort zone can teach you many things. It enriches your knowledge about things you never took the time to think about. Take it all in and enjoy it. Not many people get the pleasure of sharing a moment where one surprises the other with something you’ve never experienced before. It’s amazing how much you can learn from someone who is so different from you. The beauty of it all is that you never thought you would have anything in common with that person whom you’re learning from.
Interracial couples can love and respect each other just like any couple. Don’t let the world tell you who you will be happy with. In the end they are not the ones dating that person, you are. Some people are just still ignorant toward the fact that love is love and not a color. They forget that the most important part of any relationship is love. If you both are in love, there are no boundaries. "Love never fails," (Corinthians 13:1).
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