{"id":81416,"date":"2023-10-03T13:49:30","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T13:49:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/?post_type=articles&p=81416"},"modified":"2023-10-04T15:54:19","modified_gmt":"2023-10-04T15:54:19","slug":"what-sologamy-make-you-happier","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/what-sologamy-make-you-happier\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is “Sologamy” and Why It Could Make You Happier!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"bouquet-flowers-marriage-sologamy-monogamy-love\"<\/p>\n

Sologamy<\/em> is a common practice in Japan, and it involves marrying oneself.<\/p>\n

Nowadays, we talk about all kinds of love. But before entering any form of love, there should be self-love<\/strong>. And that’s exactly why sologamy<\/em> is getting so much attention.<\/p>\n

It’s a relatively new phenomenon in the Western world but has been present for decades in Japan, where there’s even a wedding agency in Kyoto that offers “self-weddings.”<\/strong>\u00a0Japanese culture highly values self-care, and we are starting to as well!<\/p>\n

Sologamous<\/em> marriages<\/strong> are particularly popular among women. They select the invitations, the attire, the guests, the flowers, and even the ring, all to be enjoyed alone.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This ritual seems to express and satisfy women’s need to feel content on their own.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s a choice to love oneself<\/strong> and to symbolize its importance with the symbolic act of marriage, celebrated with friends and family.<\/p>\n

While it may appear unusual and contrary to traditional values, it’s entirely in line with today’s society.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Understanding How Sologamy Works and Its Potential for Happiness<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What is sologamy,<\/em> and why is being happy on your own the secret to true joy<\/strong> and satisfaction<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Sologamy<\/em> proclaims self-love. Marrying oneself means making a lifelong promise to loving oneself.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s a symbol that doesn’t bind but rather celebrates<\/strong> the most powerful form of love<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Today, it’s possible to celebrate a “self-wedding”<\/strong> in Italy as well, thanks to artist Elena Ketra.<\/p>\n

On her website, Sologamy<\/em><\/strong>, you can virtually marry yourself and obtain your marriage certificate.<\/p>\n

“Sologamy”: A Symbol of Independence and a Moment of Self-Recognition<\/h2>\n

Sologamy<\/em> symbolizes a unique moment of fulfillment and personal achievement<\/strong> because it’s rooted in gratitude towards oneself.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Those who have done it often talk about gaining new self-awareness<\/strong> and the need to declare a love that’s truly one-of-a-kind.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s not surprising that this choice is often made after divorces and later in life because crises and life transitions allow us to learn the most about ourselves.<\/p>\n

The right moment to declare your love to yourself, however, can be at any point in life because, as we know, it’s only by loving ourselves that we can fully love others too.<\/strong><\/p>\n

**The Ultimate Guide to Self-Care, According to Hailey Bieber**<\/a><\/p>\n

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