Love vs. Success - Which would you choose?

@timish (128)
United States
January 31, 2007 9:12am CST
If you could NOT have both, and you had to choose between the one that you love versus your own success (it could be college, work, etc) which would you choose? I'm in a situation right now where I can't be successful in college without eliminating my bf from my life. And if I were to stay with him, I have a feeling my future would be more rough and full of obstacles. I love him a lot, but I would also like to succeed in college.
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6 responses
• United States
31 Jan 07
i would choose love because i really just want somebody i can love and cherish and know that they feel the same way about me but thats just wishful thinking
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@cabergren (1181)
• United States
4 Mar 07
I would choose love. I know lots of people with lots of money and they are not happy. I don't have tons of money and I am happier than I have ever been. Love is definitely the thing to have.
@wmg2006 (5381)
• United States
7 Feb 07
Well I think success first if I am young. Love will wait for you or there will be other Love. You only get one good chace at making something out of yourself, so it is best to put all your energy into that then think about Love later.
• United States
12 Feb 07
First off what are doing or going to be doing in college that requires you to eliminate your boyfriend from your life? People need to learn that love is not a game, and to stop fooling around with it. Success is great, but does not bring all the happiness one thinks it does. Money can only buy material things, not happiness or love. I believe one should schedule their time so they have time for both. You must also think of what your boyfriend would feel to. Is what you are wanting to do in college worth hurting him over? Me personally I would choose love over success any day, no matter the circumstances.
@cabergren (1181)
• United States
12 Feb 07
I would definitely pick love over success. I think that without my husband no success in the world would make me happy. If your successful but not happy, what is the point.
@hartnsoul (558)
• Philippines
12 Feb 07
If your boyfriend doesn't support you're growth in college or personal growth for that matter, then I would assume he's selfish and doesn't really love you. In general, you cannot be successful without love. It's the one thing that adds beauty and inspiration to your life. Given this predicament of yours, I suggest you discuss it with your SO. Sit down and air it out. If he loves you, he wouldn't want to lose you, he'd respect your goal of studying and all will be well for both of you. :)