I'm happy that my younger sister is married, owns a home, and has a second child on the way — but I'm also jealous. I'm learning to be OK with that.

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The author and her sister.
The author (left), is happy for the life that her younger sister has built, but is sometimes envious that her own path looks different.

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My son moved home after college, but now he's engaged and has plans to move out. I'm glad I get to live with him one last time.

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Katy M. Clark and her son outside
The author (right) has enjoyed living with her son, who moved in after college.

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I live in the US, and my long-term partner is in Canada. We're in no rush to move to the same place.

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My partner and I plan to live together eventually, but we're not in a hurry.

Catherine Collins

I lived apart from my husband for 2 years after he got a job in a different state

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Man and woman smiling at table
For about two years, my husband worked in South Carolina while I stayed in Washington, DC, with all of our pets. It was harder and less temporary than we expected.

Brittany Kerfoot

I prioritized my relationship over my classes in college. I graduated with no job and no friends, and I regret it all.

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The author prioritized her relationship over her college studies.

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I moved from the US to New Zealand for love. I forgot to build my own life when I got there.

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The author and her husband in New Zealand.
The author said she regrets not building her own life when she first moved to New Zealand for love.

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Mario Lopez says one thing he and his wife 'never stopped' doing keeps the spark alive after 3 kids

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Mario Lopez and his wife, Courtney.
Mario Lopez says he and his wife, Courtney, "never stopped dating."

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My partner and I have lived in a van for over 3 years. Sharing a small space has helped our relationship.

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The writer, her husband, and her dog sitting in their yellow camper van.
When I tell people that my partner and I live together in a small van, they usually have questions.

Haley Young

My partner and I took our first long, overseas trip together after dating for just 4 months. The risk paid off.

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Man and woman posing in front of water
Although we were early in our relationship, taking an international trip together made our connection even stronger.

Chelsea Tobin

Young tech founders are dumping their girlfriends and going 'monk mode'

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Young founder in a suit showing heartbroken gestures.

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Among the more unexpected effects of the AI race is the rise of a breakup line: It's not you, it's my startup.

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