1Though we’ve gone through some difficult times, I can at least tell my children they have a dad/mom worthy of their respect.
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2We were compatible physically at the beginning of our relationship.
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3If my marriage dissolved and I later saw my ex-spouse with another woman or man, I’d feel a sense of longing, sadness or jealousy.
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4If I had to explain to my children years from now why staying with their dad/mom was good for them and for me, I think I could make a pretty good case.
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5Even on our worst days, I know that if I were in real trouble, my significant other would drop everything to help me.
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6We have our differences but my significant other eventually apologizes if they see they’ve hurt my feelings.
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7We had fun together at the beginning of our relationship.
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8If my best friend or sibling were married or deeply involved with my significant other (instead of me), and things weren’t great between them, I’d tell my friend or sibling to keep working on it.
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9My significant other was supportive of my personal interests and goals the first few years we knew each other.
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10My significant other makes me feel safe and secure.