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Stop relying on others
I’ve talked to many people looking for a free ride in life. They don’t want to work or care for themselves because it’s too much work. So they look for a scapegoat; typically, that scapegoat comes in a relationship.
I know too many people in financially codependent relationships because they still have not reached financial independence.
One of the primary reasons couples move in together is because they don’t have the means to live independently or they’re trying to save money because they need financial assistance.
Don’t fall for this trap. Pay your own way. Not only will it eliminate anxiety, but it will create more options and autonomy for you.
It’s been one of the best things I’ve ever done. There are no cons.
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