Getting married is one of the most important decisions two people can make. While most newlyweds know that life after the wedding won’t always remain in the “honeymoon” phase, it’s sometimes easy to forget that marriage comes with a whole new slew of hardships and reality checks, especially when you’re in the throes of young love. Most people assume that if you love each other enough to get married, then everything will somehow work out. However, learning to live with someone “for better or for worse” can be a bit tricker than at first thought. Here are some truths that every newlywed should know about marriage.
1. Your Sex Life Will Change

This is probably the most common truth that everyone knows (but is probably in denial about). The “hot and heavy” vibe of your young marriage will dissipate, thanks to stressful careers, kids, and the inability to achieve the perfect work-life balance (because no one can do that well). However, while the newness of sex is certainly gone, that doesn’t mean that sex should be a write-off. In fact, ensuring that regular sex is part of your schedule is important to maintain intimacy and connection with your partner. Sex might be different, but with some creativity and communication, it can be different in a good way. 2. Marriage Isn’t Always Fair
Yes, there will be times that your partner won’t load the dishwasher or when you get exasperated that it’s always up t...