Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Week 10, Post #3
According to the text, a set of interrelated components act together as a unit it’s called a system. Furthermore, when the system maintains itself in the pursuit of a goal Homeostasis occurs. (224) In the example of marriage both people must be committed in order make the relationship work. From my experience with my parents and the way that I was raised it leads me to believe that when two people work together it allows the unit to function as whole. Obviously, conflict is a normal part of interaction, though we must learn how to deal with the demands form the people that we’re interacting with on a daily basis such as our husband/wife. The idea of homeostasis occurs best in a relationship with a close person and seeing exactly how you react in certain situation in which conflict is involved. When a holistic perspective is used on the couple the idea of unity among the couple is key, which just further justifies homeostasis.
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Hi Mark,
ReplyDeleteI agree very much so that the key to a successful relationship is making sure both parties function as whole. There is no doubt that every couples endures their own set of trials and tribulations; however, we must learn how to maintain homeostasis even during these trying times. My parents were divorced by the time I was 6 so you are very fortunate to have parents who set a living example for you of how a positive relationship should work. It seems to be rare nowadays to find couples who can endure the long haul, however, if both parties remain committed to each other and their relationship, it will be difficult for them to fail.
HI Mark,
ReplyDeleteI was also raised in believing that marriage, or a partnership takes both parties to work together. They say that it takes 2 to tango and I couldn't agree more. However, I do believe that marriage is also about compromise and I think that is where a lot of marriages don't make it. People don't realize that in order to make things work they need to compromise. Whether it is about something big or small there needs to be a meeting point instead of one party getting their way all the time! I think that from my point of view, some people are extremely selfish and overlook this theory!
I agree with your post that successful relationships have a complete system. A serious relationship is equivalent to a 4 unit class with a lab (we should all agree). We need to listen to our significant other, and make sure we spend time with them. Communication plays a perfect role for a successful relationship. If we can speak for our love ones without any disagreement, then there is a perfect designed system. As we build the trust and respect in a relationship, the system is now default. We learn to understand our significant other, and make sure we maintain a healthy relationship.
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