Recently, a couple shared that the term “Opposites Attract” has a much more profound meaning behind it. Far more importantly is having a partnership that calls you into growth. In some relationships, there is an implicit agreement to not rock the boat. “Let’s go along to get along.” These relationships enable each partner to not face their shadow or demons. Opposites attract describes a phenomenon that we are attracted to someone who is different from us. Someone who has attributes that we need to develop in ourselves. While this is true, it does not address the deeper, more meaningful opportunities that are present in relationships. These differences can be the catalyst that call each other into growth. Our partner can help us look at our less attractive, underdeveloped parts so we can take ownership and seek improvement. Does your partner enable you to stay in the status quo or challenge you to grow? Don’t we have an obligation to be our best self for our partner and for ourselves?

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