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Why People Stay in Relationships They Know Aren’t Right

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People don’t stay in unhealthy relationships because they’re weak.
Sometimes they stay because:
- they love deeply
- they hope things will change
- they fear starting over
- they’re attached to potential
- they don’t want to feel alone
Leaving is hard.
But so is slowly losing yourself.
28 May 5AM English South Africa Music Commentary · Society & Culture

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