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RelationshipFailed Engagement
#RI-6acb0be8·5 months ago·
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Lookback: 11 years after first meeting

“Proposed to partner after years of engagement”

Our relationship ended due to incompatibilities and unaddressed issues, including my own shame.

What I wish I knew
"I wish I had addressed our issues sooner."
If I could tell you one thing
"Address your relationship problems before they become insurmountable."
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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