The Most Important Quality in a Life Partner

If I were to ask you "What's the most important quality that you seek in
a life partner?", what would come to your mind?

If recent surveys are anything to go by, women generally value a sense
of humour, a caring nature, and sensitivity to her feelings and needs.

For men, what comes up tops usually is a gentle nature, good looks, and
yes, a sense of humour. Studies have shown that for men though, they
perceive "a sense of humour" not as having the ability to make them
laugh, but being able to understand and be amused by their jokes. A
fundamental difference in the sexes there? Perhaps, but that's a topic
for another discussion.

So, back to the most important quality you seek in a life partner. What
have you come up with? If you're like most of us, you would either think
of a external quality like a smooth complexion or a personality trait,
like kindness or being good with children.

But how about "happy and fulfilled with an exciting life"?
Looks will fade, and a person with a great sense of humour may not
necessarily have the strength of character to endure life's challenges.

So think about it - wouldn't you rather spend the rest of your life with
someone who is independent, happy and with an outlook on life that is
enriching, stimulating, and vibrant?

I don't know about you, but I know quite a number of people whom you
would not give a second glance at on the street, but the moment they
enter a room, they draw the attention of everyone with their lively
stride, beaming faces and exuberant talk.

That's the most important quality I'd seek in a life partner.

Someone who is full of life and energy, a shining beacon through life's dark
moments, who can still make me laugh when the terrain gets bumpy.
Someone who is enterprising, innovative and always surprising.

Someone I can know and love for years and still fall for every day.

An aspect that we often overlook in our search for a mate is his or her
attitude towards life. His or her values and convictions.

Can they withstand the test of time? The trials of living together?
Is it time you re-examined your criteria for a life partner?