This blog post introduces appropriate expressions that convey sincerity to the bride and groom while offering dignity and warm emotion, for those pondering wedding speeches.

Be prepared to make concessions

We sincerely congratulate Mr. ○○○ and Ms. ○○○ on their marriage.
On this precious day, a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, we extend our deepest gratitude on behalf of the bride and groom to all the guests, parents from both families, and relatives gathered here to bless the future of this lovely couple.
Today, surrounded by the blessings of everyone present, the bride and groom have become husband and wife. On this meaningful occasion, as someone who has been married for ○○ years—a senior in life and marriage—I would like to offer a few words of advice.
Several months ago, the bride and groom came to ask me to officiate their wedding. We shared many thoughts then, but there is something I wish to reiterate today.
Marriage is not simply two people coming together; it is two families becoming one. Two individuals raised in different environments living together requires far more understanding and consideration than one might imagine. Naturally, this leads to conflicts, both large and small.
In these moments of conflict, it’s easy for anyone to pull out their own ‘firm standards’. We tend to think we are right, that our way is correct. However, in married life, that standard can sometimes be perceived entirely differently by the other person. The issue isn’t whether the standard is right or wrong, but whether you prioritize that standard or adopt an attitude of trying to understand your partner.
Younger generations today often say things like, “Men should make concessions.” But concessions aren’t something one side should make unilaterally. True compromise is when both partners willingly give of themselves for each other. What matters isn’t ‘who should compromise,’ but ‘am I prepared to compromise?’
One of the most crucial mindsets for sustaining a marriage is being ‘prepared to compromise.’ This mindset will be a powerful force helping the couple navigate crises and conflicts together.
Thinking from the other’s perspective and striving to understand their heart is an essential attitude for spouses to comprehend each other. If the two of you, who will live together for many years to come, always strive to understand each other and walk together with hearts willing to yield, I believe you will overcome any difficulty with love and become a couple who cherish and respect each other for a long time.
With sincere wishes that love and peace always fill your future, I conclude my remarks as officiant here today.

The most beautiful choice in the world

First, I extend my gratitude to all the guests who honor this occasion with your presence. On this warm spring day, officiating such a beautiful wedding fills my heart with excitement and joy.
To all gathered here, I ask you to offer heartfelt applause and blessings to this beautiful couple who chose each other from among countless others. At the end of a long journey, they have chosen each other as life partners and stand here today to pledge their lifelong commitment. What decision could be more precious and valuable than this?
Today, I wish to share the theme of ‘Choice’ with this vibrant couple. As someone who has lived life before them and as an advisor, I offer these words hoping to be a small guiding light for their future.
The world is truly filled with diverse people. Their backgrounds, personalities, and appearances are all unique. So how do we choose just one person from among so many to spend our entire lives with? It is surely because of that mysterious and powerful emotion called ‘love’. When you fall in love, you discover unique qualities in your partner that others cannot see. People sometimes describe this state as “seeing stars,” but it is also one of life’s happiest moments, something everyone experiences at least once.
As a married person myself, I sincerely hope this couple enjoys a bright and happy future. However, since life isn’t always smooth sailing, I also want to convey my hope that should conflicts or misunderstandings arise at any point, they will be able to overcome them wisely.
Sometimes, even minor misunderstandings can cause hearts to drift apart. If such a moment comes, I sincerely hope they will remember that beautiful beginning—when they recognized each other among countless people and fell in love for the first time. We face several crucial moments of choice in life, and choosing a spouse is one of the most significant. The fluttering excitement of first meeting, the memories built together, the special moments that led to the decision to marry. Holding all these memories deep in your hearts, I hope you will always be a source of warmth for each other.
Living together, there will be moments of conflict, and sometimes the other person may feel distant. But precisely in those times, if you recall your initial feelings and reaffirm your affection for each other, you will surely overcome any difficulty. These two have chosen each other as lifelong partners, a once-in-a-lifetime decision. Now that no other choice is possible, they must write a life together that proves this choice was the wisest.
May the life that unfolds before you both always be bright and warm. I sincerely wish that your choice becomes a journey without regret, and that you continue a wise and steadfast married life built on love and trust.
Once again, I extend my gratitude to all who have attended. I hope today’s wedding becomes a beautiful moment, long remembered not only by the couple but by all of us.
Thank you.

May you always think of others before yourself

First, I extend my sincere gratitude to the groom’s father for entrusting me, with all my shortcomings, to officiate this meaningful ceremony. I also express deep appreciation, on behalf of both families, to all the guests gathered here today to celebrate the couple’s new beginning. The sky is high and clear, as if blessing us with its autumn splendor—truly a glorious day. Your heartfelt congratulations, made possible by taking precious time out of your busy schedules to attend, feel all the more precious.
Furthermore, I extend my sincere congratulations to the stars of today’s event, the groom, Mr. ○○○, and the bride, Ms. ○○○. I also convey my respect and gratitude to both sets of parents who raised and guided these two wonderful individuals. Without your devotion and love, this joyous moment would not exist. As these two individuals, nurtured by their parents’ love, now form a family and journey together toward a happy future, I pray that even greater blessings and happiness fill their lives.
I, too, consider it a tremendous honor and joy to officiate this ceremony before the elders, relatives, acquaintances, and many guests of both families. Seeing such beautiful weather, it seems even the heavens are blessing the couple’s future. While I know I have many shortcomings and may not be able to offer particularly profound words, at least for this moment, as someone who has lived a little longer, I wish to share some thoughts that may be of small help to them as they embark on their journey.
Wedding speeches often dwell at length on respecting parents, cherishing siblings, and loving one another—but these are fundamental virtues everyone already knows. Since the bride and groom surely understand this well, I’d rather skip the repetition here and instead offer a few practical, actionable pieces of advice to serve as my speech.
First, strive to respect and understand each other, working toward harmony as a couple. A truly happy family is built by understanding and accommodating each other’s differences. Up until now, the groom and bride have each grown up in different environments. Two people raised in different backgrounds coming together to form a family and spend their lives together is by no means an easy task. However, if both possess genuine love and understanding, it is entirely possible and will bring happiness.
Above all, cherishing and caring for each other is paramount. It is most desirable for the groom to always have a grateful heart toward the bride, and for the bride to always have a humble attitude toward the groom, recognizing they live supported by each other. Just as deep waters attract many fish and dense forests shelter many birds, people filled with love and care always draw good people around them. The same holds true for a marital relationship. May you always become mature individuals who prioritize the other’s perspective over your own and strive to understand their heart. Never forget that this is the very secret to true happiness.
Finally, I extend a heartfelt request to all the guests who have honored this occasion with your presence. Though you have come today to celebrate the marriage of these two individuals, I ask that you do not let this occasion end with celebration alone. Please continue to offer your ongoing care, love, warm advice, and encouragement so that they may build a happy and beautiful home together. They are still inexperienced in many aspects of life, and the support and help of those around them is absolutely essential for them to build a happy family. I humbly ask once more for your continued affectionate care and support.
I sincerely wish that happiness and joy always overflow in the future of the groom, Mr. ○○○, and the bride, Ms. ○○○. Once again, I offer my heartfelt congratulations on their marriage. I also wish peace and happiness to all the families of those present today.
Thank you.

Always cherish and love each other with the heart you had when you were dating

Hello, everyone.
I am the officiant for this meaningful wedding ceremony today. Honestly, when I decided to give this speech, I had so much I wanted to say. However, a speech that is too long might bore our guests, and the bride and groom might not remember it well either. Therefore, I will strive to be as concise as possible, sharing only what is truly necessary.
First, on behalf of the bride and groom, I sincerely thank all the family members and distinguished guests from both sides who took time out of your busy schedules to join us on this joyous and auspicious day.
Looking back, I married a little earlier than the bride and groom, started a family, and have walked a bit further along life’s path. As a senior who has walked that path, I stand here today to sincerely bless the future of these two individuals. Now, as you form a new family and embark on this fresh start, I have a few words of advice to share.
Marriage is not just the joy and happiness of two people. It is a precious moment shared by everyone here—the parents of both families, all the relatives, and the many guests who honor us with their presence—all rejoicing and offering their blessings together. Moreover, even those who could not be here are sending their congratulations and support from afar. Therefore, on this precious day, I hope that all family members from both sides will resolve any past misunderstandings or grievances, big or small, that may have been held. Moving forward, I wish for you to understand and cherish each other more deeply, building an even happier relationship.
Marriage is not always sweet and smooth sailing. The German poet Heinrich Heine once said, “Marriage is like an unknown sea, whose course no compass can discover beforehand.” Marriage is like a voyage constantly setting out on new journeys. Therefore, you may sometimes encounter rough waves or unexpected obstacles. However, if you both remain steadfast captains and navigators for each other, cooperating, trusting, and moving forward together, you will be able to wisely navigate any difficulty.
The most crucial secret to building a happy and harmonious family is respectful dialogue and consideration for one another. In life, conflicts and misunderstandings, big and small, are bound to arise. Precisely at such times, you must strive to see things from each other’s perspective and understand one another, exercising the wisdom to refrain as much as possible from words that could wound the heart. And I hope you become a couple who, even for the smallest things, smiles and generously praises and encourages each other whenever the other does well.
Life is never entirely smooth sailing. When difficulties arise, I hope you will cultivate a warm and generous heart, one that seeks to strengthen the bonds of affection not only with your immediate family but also with your parents, siblings, and extended family, rather than thinking only of yourself and your immediate family.
Moreover, there are three essential mindsets one must never forget in life. These are the ‘beginner’s mind’—the initial resolve; the ‘diligence’ to consistently give one’s best effort throughout a task; and the ‘perseverance’ to see any endeavor through to the very end.
Everyone begins a new endeavor with a sincere desire to learn and a humble attitude, but it’s easy to lose that initial resolve as time passes. However, I sincerely hope that you, the bride and groom here today, will never forget the pure and warm feelings you had when you first met and fell in love. May you hold onto the love and trust you first embraced and remain steadfast until the end.
I deeply pray that you both will always take care of your health, respect and love each other, and build a beautiful family together. With that, I will conclude my humble wedding speech.
Groom and Bride, I sincerely wish you happiness.
Thank you.

For a Love That Bears Fruit

Thanks to my profession as a teacher, I was often asked to officiate weddings. Each time, seeing the dignified and spirited young people standing at the starting point of their new lives, my heart would swell with sincere blessings for their future. But today, I dare say with certainty, this is the most beautiful and special wedding I have ever officiated. On this meaningful day, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the guests who have graced this occasion.
The two individuals standing before me now bear traces of time that make it difficult to call them merely young people anymore. The faces I remember from their undergraduate days were far more youthful and fresh. The decade that has slipped by has transformed their appearances into those of middle age. Yet, within them resides a beautiful love distinct from the fiery, passionate love of youth. It is a love that smolders like a gentle ember, never fully extinguished, burning steadily over time. The gaze they now share is less about the fiery passion of youth and more about a deepened affection and mutual respect.
The profound trust they built together, overcoming difficult and impoverished times, is clear proof of how genuine that love truly is. Moreover, the children standing lovingly beside them bear witness to that beautiful love.
I have always offered heartfelt blessings to young couples. I tell them that marriage is the most precious blessing one can enjoy in life, and that a happy married life is the most beautiful fruit, like a lusciously ripened berry. At the same time, I emphasize that to obtain that precious fruit, one must invest ample time and effort without reservation. Young couples just starting their married life often remember only the excitement of the moment when the seed of love first sprouts, frequently forgetting the patience and devotion required for that tree to grow and bear fruit.
I have always spoken of three essential conditions for reaping the happy fruit of married life. The first is maintaining a heart of firm belief and trust in each other. The second is a strong will to never break the vows made at the beginning, no matter what hardships or adversities arise. And the third is always resolving all problems and conflicts with sincere love and conversation.
And the two individuals standing before me today are the very protagonists who have lived out all of these things themselves. Amidst life’s difficulties and the storms of poverty, he never lost his courage and sense of responsibility as the head of the household, while she steadfastly stood by his side with unwavering trust and warm support. Thus, after ten years of married life together, they now stand before me, dressed in their finest and most beautiful attire, with such dignity. The sight of this couple standing before you today is itself the fruit of a love that has grown strong and enduring. This occasion is a precious moment where their unwavering love is once again acknowledged before all guests.
I now dare to offer my heartfelt blessings for their happy future. As they journey ahead, greater hardships and fiercer waves may come their way. But just as they have always done, I sincerely hope they will hold each other’s hands even tighter, look deeply into each other’s eyes, and walk forward without wavering. May their journey of love bear countless, deeper, and more abundant fruits.
Finally, I sincerely wish eternal blessings upon the present and future of this couple, who stand before you all with steadfast and unchanging love. With that, I conclude my wedding speech. Thank you.

Let us applaud the wisdom of a couple who have maintained a long marriage

Good afternoon.
Respected family members and distinguished guests gathered here today, we have come together to sincerely congratulate a beautiful couple celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary, a silver wedding.
Standing here today, I see the two honorees looking as beautiful and radiant as when they first met and exchanged vows. I offer my heartfelt congratulations and warm applause for the harmonious family they have built over the years. Indeed, marriage is a truly meaningful starting point in life, but I believe what is more important than marriage itself is how one cultivates life after marriage.
In that regard, this couple today truly sets an exemplary standard. The faces I see before me now seem filled with deep trust and love for each other, despite the passage of time. It is also heartwarming to see the happy faces of their children standing beside them. One can sense how much effort they have put in over the years, trusting, cherishing, understanding, and caring for each other, to build such a harmonious and happy family.
On the journey of life we all walk, when we marry the one we love and begin our newlywed life, we are filled with affection for each other. Yet, as time passes, large and small conflicts or differences of opinion inevitably arise. True marriage, I believe, is precisely the process of growing together by holding hands and overcoming these conflicts and difficulties. This couple, too, must have encountered many hardships and adversities over the years, wisely overcoming them and cultivating a deeper understanding and trust for each other.
As the old saying goes, “When the home is peaceful, all things fall into place.” A stable and peaceful home is built through the combined efforts of the husband, who serves as the sturdy pillar of the household, and the wife, who steadfastly supports that pillar and creates a warm sanctuary. This couple celebrating their silver wedding anniversary today has also faithfully fulfilled their respective roles, sparing no effort to protect their family with one heart. That is why all of us gathered here cannot help but express our sincere respect for their beautiful and precious life journey.
Now, having passed their 25th wedding anniversary, I sincerely hope that for the next 25 years to come, they will continue to cherish each other with the same unwavering love and respect, cultivating a beautiful life together. Just as they have done until now, I believe the years ahead will be even happier and brighter, filled with their love and devotion. I also hope that when that time comes, we will once again witness a scene as beautiful and joyful as today’s.
Finally, I sincerely wish that even greater happiness and love overflow in the future for the couple celebrating this precious silver wedding anniversary and all their family members. With that, I conclude my remarks. Once again, I deeply thank everyone who joined us in celebrating.
Thank you.

May you live as fresh and innovative as you do today

First, I sincerely congratulate the groom, Mr. ○○○, and the bride, Ms. ○○○, on their marriage as they gather for this meaningful occasion today. I also extend my deepest congratulations to both sets of parents and family members who have devoted themselves in every way to help these two build a beautiful home together. Furthermore, on behalf of the bride and groom, I sincerely thank all the distinguished guests who took precious time out of your busy schedules to join us here today.
Today, surrounded by the warm blessings and encouragement of everyone gathered here, the groom and bride have solemnly pledged to understand and respect each other with sincere hearts, and to walk together as husband and wife for the rest of their lives. On this joyous and meaningful occasion, I would like to share a beautiful old folktale passed down in our country, one that relates to the journey of life the couple will now embark upon.
Long ago, there lived a fish called the Bi Mok-eo in the water. It is said this fish was born with only one eye. Therefore, until it met a mate possessing the other eye, the Bi Mok-eo could never swim freely and could only see half of life. But when it finally met a mate with the other eye, both eyes became whole, and it could see the world to its fullest. Today, the groom and bride are like those blind fish. Until now, they lived only with their own eyes, but now they have met each other, filling each other’s empty eye to see the world completely. Therefore, the two are now taking their first vigorous step not into the past lives they walked alone, but into a new paradise of life they will advance together.
Though I cannot share all my thoughts here today, as someone who has walked this path before, I wish to offer the bride and groom a few words of advice. Groom, you have grown up in the loving embrace of your wonderful parents and likely shouldered many responsibilities at home. However, the space you will build together as a family may seem small and simple on the surface, but you will gradually realize it is far more difficult and complex than running any business. This is especially true because a family involves two people, raised in different environments, learning to govern their hearts, understanding each other’s differences, and achieving harmony and balance. Furthermore, the couple will come to feel more deeply that a family is not merely a place to live, but the fundamental unit of life, holding the most precious values in life.
I wish to say the same to the bride. Marriage is no longer a solitary journey. It is a new life journey where two become one. Therefore, the journey of building a home together with your husband cannot be achieved solely by one person’s talent or effort. It will require mutual consideration, respect, and at times, patience and compromise. Only when you both strive together, understand each other, and achieve harmony can the beautiful and warm harmony of a family truly be completed.
Dear bride and groom. Once today’s grand and splendid wedding ceremony concludes, you two will now step into the full reality of married life. Married life is like constantly sweeping away the dust of daily existence with a broom. No matter how diligently you sweep, dust inevitably accumulates again. That dust sometimes wears the name of boredom, other times the name of inertia. It also creeps up on us through the daily repetition of habit. These various forms of dust can become a threat, capable of clouding the beautiful and radiant images filling this place today at any moment.
However, I hope the bride and groom will deeply cherish the clear, bright blessings and warm encouragement of this day. May they never forget the fluttering hearts they felt when they first met, their sincere affection and care for each other, and may they always live as fresh and new as they are today. This is my heartfelt advice and request to them, as I officiate this ceremony.
Finally, I would like to extend a request to all the guests present here today. Please offer the couple your unwavering support and warm encouragement so that they may rely on and respect each other, live as a happy couple overflowing with love, and build a beautiful family that serves as an example and inspires envy in others.
Once again, I sincerely congratulate Mr. ○○○ and Ms. ○○○ on their marriage and wish their future to be always filled with love and happiness.
Thank you.

May they always live with gratitude and positivity

Ladies and gentlemen, hello.
Today is a truly meaningful and joyful day as Mr. ○○○ and Ms. ○○○ hold their wedding ceremony surrounded by your warm blessings. We sincerely thank you all for taking the time to attend despite your busy schedules to bless their future together. It is also my immense honor and joy to officiate this precious wedding ceremony. As I preside over this sacred and beautiful ceremony today, I would like to offer a few words of advice to the bride and groom as they embark on this new chapter of their lives.
As you all know, there is an old saying: ‘When the family is harmonious, all things prosper.’ This means that when the family is in harmony, everything else falls into place smoothly. For this, the most important thing is a heart that sincerely respects and cares for each other. It is not about asserting only your own habits, personality, or opinions, but first considering the other’s perspective and understanding each other’s perspective. If the bride and groom live as one heart and one mind, as the saying “one heart, one body” suggests, I believe they will be able to overcome any hardship or trial they may face in their future life together.
I believe these two make a truly well-matched, beautiful couple. Therefore, I have no doubt whatsoever that their married life will be happy and fulfilling. However, life may occasionally present difficult situations and unexpected problems. Whenever this happens, engage in honest and sincere conversations based on your unchanging trust and love for each other. Remember that difficulties can actually become opportunities to understand each other more deeply and strengthen your love. Strive to always unravel each other’s feelings through heartfelt dialogue.
Moreover, one of the most crucial virtues in your future life together is the attitude of living honestly and sincerely. A life of diligence and integrity forms a solid foundation capable of overcoming any hardship. Only when you consistently value the time given to you and give your utmost effort to your responsibilities will you truly gain confidence. This, in turn, will naturally bear good fruit in all aspects of your life. I urge you to live your lives always with upright and honest hearts, filled with faithfulness and truth.
Furthermore, I hope you will live with a grateful heart and a positive outlook. Never forget that the immense love, sacrifice, devotion, and excellent guidance of your parents made it possible for you to receive joy and blessings here today. Hold that love and grace they bestowed upon you deep in your hearts and live your lives always with gratitude. Whatever challenges you face in the future, if you view the world with a positive mindset, avoid complaining or blaming, and tackle situations proactively, your life will be filled with even more precious and meaningful moments. Living with such an attitude will allow you to fulfill your filial duties to your parents and other elders in your family, foster harmony with your siblings, and become a respected couple who earns the love, trust, and admiration of everyone around you.
Today’s union and marriage of these two individuals is a truly meaningful bond, celebrated with the blessings and envy of many, recognized and cherished by our society. Always remember that everyone gathered here sincerely wishes for their happiness and prosperity, and take pride and confidence in that fact. Furthermore, I hope that the new family you will create together will not only be a source of glory and progress for both of you and your families, but will also blossom into a precious and beautiful family for this nation, its people, and indeed all of humanity. I sincerely wish for you to become a beautiful and kind couple who always give and serve to those around you and your neighbors, finding even greater happiness and joy in doing so.
With these words of advice, I will now conclude my wedding address. Once again, I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your marriage. I also express my deepest gratitude to all of you for listening attentively to the end.
Thank you.

Courage to overcome trials and tribulations

Despite the cold weather today, I sincerely thank all the distinguished guests and family members who have taken the trouble to come celebrate the marriage of the groom, Mr. ○○○, and the bride, Ms. ○○○. I feel deeply humbled to stand before you all in such an important role, given my own limited life experience and wisdom. However, I have been entrusted with officiating this ceremony due to my special connection as the groom’s high school homeroom teacher. I humbly ask for your kind understanding and forgiveness.
Throughout his school years, despite facing difficult circumstances, the groom, Mr. ○○○, never gave up and always studied diligently to the best of his ability. As a result, he was not only an outstanding student academically but also lived with an honest and exemplary attitude, earning the praise and affection of all his teachers. It is a tremendous source of pride to see that such a groom has now grown into a healthy and dependable member of society, fully embracing his role and responsibilities. Meanwhile, the bride, ○○○, has also excelled in her upbringing, cultivating deep inner virtues to become a humble and dignified bride of the highest caliber. That these two outstanding young people have formed this precious bond and united in marriage is truly a great blessing and joy, not only for both families but for society as a whole.
Today, rather than adhering to the rigid formality of a wedding speech, I wish to share a few heartfelt words of advice with the couple, speaking as the groom’s homeroom teacher with affection.
As you all well know, a married couple are companions and a community of destiny—two individuals from entirely different backgrounds who meet, share love and affection, pursue happiness, and share life together. Marriage, the journey of life shared by such a couple, holds truly diverse meanings. At weddings, many well-wishes are often given to the bride and groom. For instance, words like “Honor your parents, unite as husband and wife through love and respect, and live with patience and humility.” Of course, all these words are very important and good advice that must be practiced. However, today, I wish to emphasize two points in particular: ‘filial piety’ and ‘courage born of health’.
First, let me speak about filial piety. When parents have and raise children, they nurture them with nothing but devotion and love for their offspring. Sometimes, they endure great suffering and emotional wounds because of their children. At such times, I urge you to pause and consider that your own parents likely endured similar struggles while raising you. Doing so will naturally lead you to recognize your parents’ profound love and devotion, fostering a genuine spirit of filial piety. This awakened sense of filial duty will then influence your own children, inspiring them to practice filial piety as well. This is the true foundation of filial piety, and such devotion warms and beautifies both family and society.
Today’s society changes rapidly, individualism is rampant, and nuclear families are becoming the norm, causing the meaning of filial piety to gradually fade. However, the relationship between parents and children is called ‘heavenly duty’ (天倫), the most fundamental human obligation that can never change, regardless of the trends of any era or societal shifts. No matter what others may say, no matter what world may come, I earnestly ask that you keep your heart of filial piety unchanged throughout your life—that you fulfill your duty to your parents.
Next, I wish to emphasize ‘courage’—the strength to overcome adversity and hardship. Courage is the driving force of life, the power to live. And the source of that courage comes from health. Only when both spouses are healthy can peace and happiness truly dwell in the home, enabling a vibrant life. It also provides the strength to wisely overcome difficulties and trials when they arise.
If one spouse loses their health, the will to live and courage naturally weaken, inevitably leading to frustration and helplessness. This does not remain a personal problem; it shakes the entire family, plunging parents and children into worry and distress. It can also lead to withdrawal in social relationships, making one appear defeated in all aspects of life. Therefore, please never neglect your health management. Even when difficulties arise, I urge you to rely on each other and cultivate the strong courage to face adversity and hardship.
Dear groom, Mr. ○○○, and bride, Ms. ○○○! You have now become companions sailing together on life’s journey. I sincerely wish and cheer for you to build a lifelong happy and warm home filled with mutual respect, understanding, and consideration. Despite my limited life experience and wisdom, I extend my deepest gratitude once more to all the guests who listened to my humble thoughts until the end. With the hearts of all who have gathered here today to offer their blessings, I conclude this ceremony, wishing that happiness and blessings always fill your future together.
Thank you.

Do not seek to gain; instead, give

Good day.
Today is a day as clear and beautiful as the radiant smiles of the groom and bride. I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the distinguished guests who traveled far to celebrate this new beginning for the couple. I sincerely hope everyone gathered here today enjoys a happy and meaningful time.
People make the precious decision to marry because they love each other so deeply that they cannot bear to be apart even for a single day. They firmly pledge to love and be together for the rest of their lives. Yet, sadly, as they actually live together, maintaining that heart doesn’t seem as easy as one might think. It’s not uncommon to hear people grumble that, as time passes, they feel like enemies. Why does such passionate love change?
I believe the reason lies here: perhaps it’s because everyone only seeks to gain something from the other. Surprisingly, many seem to view marriage not as love and understanding, but as a means or tool to obtain what they desire from their partner. This leads them to focus on their own conditions, constantly seeking something better and becoming increasingly dissatisfied. The pure love of the beginning gradually transforms into greed and discontent.
True love is not about receiving, but about giving. If we first consider what we can do for our partner before focusing on what we want, the relationship between two people will inevitably remain warm and beautiful. The key is not one-sided giving, but a balanced love achieved through mutual consideration and giving between spouses.
Of course, as you live together, putting this into practice won’t always be easy. Being human, you might sometimes feel hurt or frustrated when things don’t go your way. Yet, precisely in those moments, if you recall and hold onto that initial heart, ten arguments will surely diminish to five or fewer. If you always keep the desire to give to each other, even small misunderstandings or conflicts will quickly turn into reconciliation and understanding.
Ultimately, everything that happens in our lives depends on how we perceive it. Even when facing the same situation or witnessing the same event, our reactions can vary vastly depending on our mindset. By viewing everything positively and approaching it with affection, we can truly build a happy life. Please remember that even the smallest difference in perception can bring about significant changes in life and astonishing results.
You are likely familiar with the ‘happiness evangelist’ frequently featured on comedy shows and various media these days. The core message this person emphasizes is ultimately ‘let’s view everything positively.’ Cultivate a positive perspective and response habitually, moment by moment. Difficulties and trials we wish to avoid inevitably come our way in life. It is precisely in those moments that this ‘positive mindset’ is essential. If you cultivate the habit of thinking positively even in the face of hardship, you will be able to navigate any problem wisely.
Finally, I have two things I truly want to say to today’s protagonists, the groom and bride. ‘Maintain a positive mindset,’ and ‘Always strive to give to each other.’ Simply remembering and practicing these two things will ensure your home is always filled with happiness and love. I sincerely hope you cherish and care for each other, holding onto this heartfelt affection for the rest of your lives.
Once again, I offer my heartfelt congratulations on the precious union of the groom and bride. With that, I conclude my wedding speech. Thank you.