In our romance-obsessed culture, a loveless marriage can seem like a tragic failure. Society teaches us that love is the only reason for a long-term partnership. Therefore, if the passion is gone, conventional wisdom says to leave. Yet, millions of couples are doing the exact opposite. They are making a conscious choice to stay together without love. From the outside, it can look like a sad existence. But when you listen to their stories, you find their reasons are far more complex and practical than you might imagine.
Here’s a look at the surprising reasons why some couples choose to stay in a loveless partnership.
