The Best Person to Marry: Why Emotional Maturity and Shared Values Outlast Status and Wealth

Effective communication and conflict resolution skills distinguish a good partner from a frustrating one. The "best" person to marry is one who can fight fairly—meaning they avoid name-calling, past grudges, and stonewalling. They should be willing to genuinely discuss problems, own their part in the conflict, and work toward a compromise. A person who withdraws or becomes aggressive when challenged is not a partner for a lifetime of navigating inevitable challenges; the strength of a marriage is tested not by the absence of conflict, but by how skillfully it is addressed.