Will Smith said, “Life will be enriched through various friendships, loving others, and being loved by others, this is the greatest joy of existence.”

Friendship comes before love, love comes before marriage, and marriage forms the foundation of a happy home.

“Home” is a place everyone longs for, a place where the wandering soul finds solace. Each person has their own home—a warm sanctuary, a ship carrying our joy and happiness.

A good marriage can create a happy family, but an imperfect marriage can turn a home upside down, turning a sanctuary into a place one avoids.

Sometimes, aspects of life are reflected in the little things. How good is a marriage? Just go to the kitchen and you’ll know.

Couples Cooking Together is a Sign of Love

“Couples are like birds in the same forest, when a disaster strikes, each flies off on its own.”

People are selfish. Even seemingly harmonious couples may only think about themselves when faced with challenges.

In marriage, many things are revealed in the little details. Don’t just rely on major events to test someone’s character; sometimes, their thoughts are revealed through simple acts.

If someone loves you, they will be willing to cook with you and eat with you. It’s not about just eating together, but also cooking together.

Cooking with your loved one is a joyful experience. Many men and women can be seen cooking together in the kitchen. Some may wonder why a man is in the kitchen, but in reality, couples cooking together is a sign of love. It’s not just about eating together, but also enjoying the process of cooking together.

Just like when we were young and in love, we always enjoyed cooking together.

I remember in high school secretly developing a crush on a boy. During the holidays, we would secretly make dumplings at home. For each dumpling I made, he made one too. I always tried to put the best filling in his dumplings.

Years later, reminiscing about that time still feels warm. Perhaps, this is what love is all about.

How good is a marriage? Just go to the kitchen to find out. If a couple often cooks together in the kitchen, it shows their strong bond. Cooking may seem trivial, but it can reveal aspects of a couple’s relationship.

Those couples in the kitchen, sharing moments, are not just dealing with meals and groceries. They are facing love and creating a warm family environment.

A Messy Kitchen Exposes Discord in a Relationship

After dinner, we often expect the other person to wash the dishes or clean the room.

When we only think about ourselves while eating, without considering the other person, it can lead to a messy kitchen, revealing discord in the relationship. If one person avoids a task, the other might also procrastinate, leading to a silent competition.

True love often involves selflessness. In a marriage, love evolves into affection over time. In such a stage, one doesn’t mind the chores. Even if the partner doesn’t clean up after dinner, some men would insist their wives sit while they clean up.

Actions speak louder than words over time. Some people may do everything for you in a relationship, but after marriage, even cleaning the kitchen becomes a point of contention. This shows that once obtained, things are no longer cherished.

If someone truly loves another, they will continue to care for them. They may feel the other person trusts them, so they reciprocate by being extra kind. However, some people are in a relationship for selfish reasons, and their behavior changes once they get what they want.

To judge a man’s character, observe him after marriage. The same goes for women.

A messy kitchen often exposes discord in a relationship. If one cares for the other, they will clean up promptly.

Daily Cooking by Women Highlights Inequality in Marriage

I read a statement online: “In our home, during dinner, the chopsticks move back and forth, not out of greed, but to serve each other more food. This is how we bring happiness and warmth to our family.”

In a happy family, attention is given to each other during meals, just as it is in cooking.

In some men’s eyes, women are expected to do household chores. They believe no matter how much women work outside, their worth is measured by how well they manage the household.

When men think this way, they overlook women’s efforts and only focus on household chores, disregarding whether women are busy or not.

When women cook every day, it reflects the inequality in marriage. On the surface, men believe women should cook, and men should work. However, in today’s society, many women have better jobs than men. Men fail to appreciate women’s hard work outside and only remember if the food at home isn’t delicious.

In marriage, it’s crucial to empathize with women, and women should also understand men. Only through mutual understanding can a marriage thrive. In this world, there is much disillusionment, and relationships take time to build. It’s a result of years of effort and understanding.

Everyone needs to eat three meals a day, and during this process, one’s character and marriage can be seen clearly.

How good is a marriage? Instead of elaborate tests, just go to the kitchen. The kitchen, where we prepare our meals, is the best place to test someone. Cooking may seem trivial, but it’s an inevitable part of life.