7 Deeply Misleading Myths About Love

Written By:

Written By:

Deeply Misleading Myths About Love 2

When it comes to dating and love relationships there are certain “love facts” that almost everyone believes. Yet, research shows they are not facts at all. They are only myths about love that are simply not true! 

And believing these falsehoods can undermine your relationship’s success. Separating love myths from love facts will help you be more realistic and more hopeful about dating and relationships.

Here are seven of these myths about love and what the research actually shows us to be true about them.

Related: Relationship Myths And Facts: 5 Facts and Myths About Love That Sabotage Your Chances At It

7 Myths About Love

Myths About Love #1 – The divorce rate in the country is 50%.

Facts: It’s never been 50%. It’s actually 41%. 

So your odds of having a good and lasting marriage are better than you think. And a college education decreases the likelihood of divorce. This is shown by more sophisticated research.

Myths About Love #2 – You have one soul mate and meeting that “One” is the key to finding love.

Facts: Research shows that love and marriage take hard work, including commitment, positive communication, and the ability to resolve fights. 

The best relationship advice I can give you is that you need to work on yourself and choose someone, a good friend with chemistry, who’s willing to grow with you. These are the real keys to a happy marriage. In fact, it’s not about finding a needle in a haystack.

Myths about love

Myths About Love #3 – Fighting is an unhealthy thing in couples.

Facts: Couples who suppress their anger have a divorce rate that is twice as high as those in which one partner stands up for him/herself. Fighting with your spouse and then resolving differences is a healthy thing.

Related: What Love Is and What Love Isn’t

Myths About Love #4 – Living with a boyfriend/girlfriend will make for a stronger marriage down the road.

Facts: In general, couples who have not lived together before marriage have healthier and more successful marriages. They also have less conflict, less abuse, and are less likely to get divorced than couples who live together before marriage. 

However, a more recent study shows that couples who have committed to be married and live together do have a 28% decreased risk of getting divorced. Also, after age 45 there seems to be no difference in happiness levels between those that are married vs. those that are living together.

Myths About Love #5 – On online dating websites the majority of men are lying about themselves.

Facts: Independent research shows that the number is much less than 50%. Common lies concern income, profession, age, marital status, and weight. And of course, the women lie also.

Myths About Love #6 – It’s better to wait to marry until you’re older.

Facts: People who marry after their mid-twenties are just as likely to divorce. And surprisingly are much more likely to have a poor quality marriage than those who married earlier. 

However, if your educational pursuits take you into your early 30s, then your chances of a high-quality relationship are just as good.

Related: Common Relationship Myths: 10 Soulmate Love Myths You Need To Stop Believing

Myths About Love #7 – Choosing marriage means more stress and financial drain in your life.

Facts: Hundreds of studies conducted around the world show that happy couples are healthier than singles emotionally and physically and they have more wealth too. Except for the crying babies, diapers, and the ongoing lack of sleeplessness that children can bring on :).

Myths about love

So there you have the love myths vs the love facts!

Just remember, each person is different, however. And no matter what research says, you can succeed in creating the lasting passionate love that meets the calling of your heart. To learn exactly how, pick up a copy of the bestseller, Love in 90 Days.

Want to know more about facts and myths about love? Check this video out below!

SPECIAL GIFT for Minds Journal readers! PBS Love Expert & Psychologist, Dr. Diana Kirschner will personally match you with a handpicked Elite Coach for a ZERO COST Breakthrough-to-Love Coaching session. Click here https://lovein90days.com/dating-coach/.  Simply fill out the form and Say “Minds Journal sent me” for VIP treatment!


Written By Dr. Diana Kirschner
Originally Appeared On Love In 90 Days
Deeply Misleading Myths About Love pin
Deeply Misleading Myths About Love pin

— Share —

Published On:

Last updated on:

, , ,

— About the Author —

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Up Next

Romance, Roast And Giggles: 50+ Best Relationship Jokes

Best Relationship Jokes That Prove Love is Hilarious!

Love is a rollercoaster, and when you have an arsenal of the best relationship jokes, it makes the ride even more fun! Be it a new romance, a long-term relationship, or you simply just adore some corny love jokes, these hilarious couple jokes will have you cracking up.

From dating disasters to hilarious marriage moments, relationships come with plenty of comedy material. Because let’s be honest—love isn’t always candlelit dinners and sweet texts. Sometimes, it’s forgetting anniversaries, stealing blankets, and arguing over where to eat.

So, hold on to your partner right, and enjoy these funny jokes about love!

Up Next

Break Up On Valentines Day? 16 Self-Care Tips When You’ve Been Un-Valentined

Break Up On Valentines Day? Self-Care Tips When You've Been Un-Valentined

The ultimate love fest is around the corner. For some, it’s the best day of the year, but for others, it’s when things fall apart. If you’ve had a break up on valentines day or before, we’ll give you some tips on how to mend your broken heart.

A breakup on the big day or before it, can feel like your entire world is falling apart and to be honest, it’s the loneliest feeling ever because every tv commercial and nook and corner is filled with couples or about love.

So, we’ve got your back with a roadmap for handling break up on Valentine’s day and even thriving after. But before that let me tell you that this situation is not something you’ll face alone, there are many more people who’ve got their heart broken as well…

You’re Not

Up Next

7 Best On-Screen Couples Ranked by How Likely They Are to Stay Together

Best On-Screen Couples Ranked: Which Pair Will Last Forever?

Love on screen is pure magic. The stolen glances, the grand gestures, the dramatic reunions in the pouring rain—it’s the kind of romance that makes our hearts race and our eyes misty. But let’s be honest, not all of these couples would actually last if they had to deal with, you know, real life. Bills? Stress? That annoying habit of leaving wet towels on the bed? Some of them would crumble faster than a rom-com breakup montage.

That’s why we’re taking a closer look at the best on-screen couples ranked —but not just by chemistry or cuteness. No, no. We’re going deeper. Who would actually survive the test of time? Who would fight over the thermostat and call it quits? And who would grow old together, still making each other laugh after all these years?

Some love stories are built to last. Others? Well… let’s just say they be

Up Next

40+ Funny Questions to Ask Your Boyfriend That Will Leave Him Cracking Up

Funny Questions to Ask Your Boyfriend That'll Crack Him Up

If you want to keep the spark alive in your relationship, and fill your conversations with humor and laughter, then you have come to the right place. Today, we are going to do a deep dive into some of the best and funny questions to ask your boyfriend.

Whether you’re looking for funny questions to ask your partner during a road trip, a lazy Sunday, or just to break the ice, a little humor goes a long way. After all, who doesn’t love a good laugh?

If you want to tease his goofy side, and get him to wrack his mind in ridiculously funny ways, then this list of questions will surely do the trick.

When it comes to funny questions to ask your partner to make him laugh, this is one of the sneaky ways to also get to know him better – his

Up Next

What Really Predicts Relationship Satisfaction?

Relationship Satisfaction Important Things To Know

Does good communication truly determine relationship satisfaction, or are there deeper factors at play? Let’s explore the truth behind long-term happiness between partners.

The paradox of communication.

Key points

Timing and context matter as much as communication itself.

Simply improving communication might not be enough.

Mutual goals strengthen relationship satisfaction.

Up Next

Is the Romance Gone? What to Do When Your Partner Feels Like a Roommate

Does Your Partner Feels Like a Roommate? Here’s How to Fix It

When your partner feels like a roommate, the spark can start to fizzle, leaving the relationship stuck in autopilot. But don’t worry—there are plenty of ways to deal with emotional distance and bring back the excitement.

KEY POINTS

When partners feel like roommates, it’s a sign of a pattern of mutual emotional withdrawal.

Instead of leaning on each other, partners have been going to their separate corners, being hyper-independent.

To break this pattern, partners need to learn to take emotional risks: sharing their feelings and needs.

Withdrawing behavior is

Up Next

Which Romance Trope Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?

Which Romance Trope Are You? Zodiac Romantic Love Tropes

Valentine’s Day 2025 will soon be here, so have you wondered which romance trope are you like? Your zodiac sign might lead you to your perfect love story. Let’s explore!

Maybe you’re a passionate love, or perhaps a slow burn that evolves into something beautiful over time? Each zodiac sign has its own set of traits that align with some of the most beloved romance tropes.

From forbidden attraction, or the classic “opposites attract”, there’s a love story that mirrors your zodiac essence. So, what romance trope are you? Let’s dive into the stars and see the zodiac signs as romance tropes!

Read More Here: