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MarriageSpouse's friendship
#RI-6ab25ed0·5 months ago·
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Lookback: 17 years into marriage

Drawing boundaries with spouse's close friendship

Spouse developed close friendship with coworker, leading to emotional closeness and private communication

What I wish I knew
"Understood the extent of their private friendship earlier"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly with your partner about boundaries and concerns"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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