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3. The personality of the one left behind

Have you ever lived alone, taking responsibility for your life? Have your ever thought of a break-up and how you would get along with it? Have you only felt valuable and lovable with your partner around? Do you have high self-esteem and self-confidence? Do you think you could easily find another partner?

If your answer to all these questions is no, then you will most likely experience deep emotional grief, should it ever come to a divorce or break-up.

The solution to all this is of course being prepared. Give yourself completely into the relationship, experience it with all your heart, but save yourself a piece of you. Stay true to yourself, give yourself time and devotion, love yourself, set personal goals, think ahead. Be independent! Don’t burden your marriage or relationship with unrealistic expectations. Know where you’re heading and have faith.

Don’t get me wrong here. I do not intend to paint a pessimistic picture of relationships. I do believe in long-term relationships. But I also believe that in order to maintain them, to keep them happy and fulfilling, you have to have the proper mindset and take the right actions.

For only then you can benefit from the advantages a relationship is giving you. Furthermore you will be able to stand on your feet should something go wrong and a separation occur. Not to mention the boost of attraction your personality will suddenly profit from being an independent fully fledged person.

All the best and yours truly,

Eddie Corbano

(Photograph is a courtesy of Diana Pinto)

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