Relationships

How Men And Women Are Complementary, And How This Benefits Couples (And Their Children)

While equal, men and women are different. This doesn’t mean the sexes are at odds with each other. On the contrary, men and women are unique beings created to complement each other. Biological differences enable men and women to live in love and harmony, forming a beautiful whole when they come together.

By Molly Farinholt2 min read
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It’s often said that, in a marriage, women are the heart of the home while men are the head. Though some see this as an image that demeans women, reducing them to a subordinate role, it’s actually a beautiful analogy that points to the truth that both husband and wife are necessary for the proper functioning of a household. The head can’t exist without the heart; the heart can’t exist without the head; the whole body can’t exist without both.