Do people get partners because as we get older we have less friends? - eviltoast

It’s lonely being an adult

  • ofespii@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Personally, having a partner is not a replacement for friends. There are emotional needs that my partner fulfills that my friends can’t and vice versa.

    A partner can definitely become a best friend, but i don’t think it’s healthy to have every role fulfilled by one person as it makes you very dependent on them.

    • Memento Mori@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      Totally agreed. I had to explain to my partner that they were not my best friend. My partner is my partner and my friend is my friend. They have different roles and responsibilities. Took some time for my partner to get used to, especially since they don’t have a best friend.