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Big dating paradox

Going into a new relationship brings new challenge?

Most people get stuck at the surface level.

Want to go even deeper? There's a Hole in My Love Cup and Cheating Sucks are available at BadassCounseling.com/books.

#mentalhealth #cheating #healing #dating #marriage

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THIS. this is exactly why they say the “fixer-upper“ type dynamic is not a good idea for a relationship.

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