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#RI-69aa8a58·3 months ago·
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Lookback: 1 year after having kids

Marrying young without considering long-term differences

Marriage weakened due to financial struggles and lifestyle differences

What I wish I knew
"Considered long-term compatibility before marrying"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate and compromise on lifestyle expectations"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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