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When couples fear growing apart while pursuing authentic self-actualization

My partner and I both went through major career transitions this year and we're trying to support each other in becoming who we actually want to be, but I think we're both scared that if the other person really changes and grows, we might not fit together anymore.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The fear that genuine personal growth might threaten relationship stability creates a painful double-bind between love and authenticity.

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