7/12 - Is It Normal to Notice Other People When You're Married?
Is It Normal to Notice Other People When You're Married? The Short Answer: Yes. What Matters Is What You Do Next. One of the most common questions people quietly wonder about—but rarely ask—is this: "Is it normal to find someone other than my spouse attractive?" Many people assume that getting married will somehow switch off their ability to notice attractive people. When they say that love is blind, they aren’t talking about noticing attractive people. When that switch doesn’t automatically turn off, many people feel guilty or confused, or even worry that something is wrong with their relationship. The truth is, noticing that someone is attractive is a normal part of being human. Attraction doesn't magically disappear once you say "I do." We are born with the instinct to notice things of beauty, including people. And there is nothing wrong with being able to appreciate someone else’s appearance. The more important question isn't whether you notice ...
