The Original Free Relationship Compatibility Report

1.) Do you as a couple share similar moral values or religious beliefs? This is a classic question to ask yourself as a new couple and can be one of the most important ones. While religious concerns are not really as big an issue for couples as they were say fifty years ago they're still a consideration for many and if one our both of you have strong religious ties, conflict over these beliefs may cause serious relationship friction. If neither of you have specific religious affiliations, or they're not a threat to the relationship, you still consider if you have strong moral beliefs. For example, if one person in a relationship is vegetarian while the other is not, your relationship may experience stress over these personal issues farther down the road.

2.) Do you possess complimentary personality types? This means that one person in the relationship has a strong, dominant personality while the other has a slightly submissive, more passive personality. While people in relationship can and do share similarities in personalities, inevitably, one person in a relationship must override the other in order for a relationship dynamic to be healthy. If both parties in a relationship continually vie for dominance or neither opts for power in all situations, you'll be left with repeated stalemates which can often lead to break-ups.

3.) Do you both have the same attitude toward finances? Admittedly, few people possess the exact same attitude toward money as their spouse. However, major differences in the way couples view their finances can lead to serious trouble down the road, and it's important to assess these differences early on. Do you as a couple share financial goals and are you willing to make the necessary sacrifices to meet these goals? Do you have a set understanding of how money will operate in the relationship and what type of lifestyle you think is appropriate for your circumstances? These are not easy questions to ask, but they are some of the most important ones.

4.) Do you hold similar values and respect what your counterpart holds dear? Ok, so maybe you aren't bananas for your boyfriend's pet turtle and it's possible that he, in return, does not value that thousand dollar hand-bag you nabbed from a sample sale last spring. However, people in relationships need to support one another and part of this means supporting the values we possess. Some of these values as probably less important than others (hint: handbag), but they can become overwhelmingly important, especially when they relate to family, career, and personal goals. The key here is knowing that, regardless of your differences, people as a couple need to at the most base level support the values of their spouse.
By Mary Jane Walker