[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Niamh.

I think it's hard to form a relationship with a person from a very different cultural background, as in a romantic relationship. I think for a relationship to work long term you really need to have similar core values, way of living, goals etc

Originally Posted by MTVN

Yeah as a general rule I think you're right

It also doesn't matter so much when you're young but I think as people get older they also like bring closer to their family and that brings challenges if you're in a country very far removed from all your relatives

…I think that might be true and apply in some cases …like for instances, big age differences can also cause issues potentially but can also work absolutely fine…as in other things…I come from a family which has much multi culture of different faiths and values etc and some relationships that have shown strength over decades…that might not be every experience but it’s not a one size fits all or fits most, either…I know that’s not what is being suggested but similar core values can be very much held while the practises of them have differed quite a bit in upbringing etc….