In fact, the top seven reasons were identically ranked for both men and women. They are listed below. My spouse is my best friend. I like my spouse as a person. Marriage is a long term commitment.
Marriage is sacred.
We agree on aims and goals. My spouse has grown more interesting. I want the relationship to succeed. A common theme of the couples was the qualities that they really liked in each other caring, giving, integrity, and a sense of humor. This is not what the Lauers found.