Since we were young children, the elders in our lives have taught us that the best policy is honesty. In actuality, though, occasionally telling a white lie might actually make life a lot easier. The story below is an account of a confused sister. The original poster (OP) and her long-term boyfriend are getting married. In anticipation of her honeymoon, she went shopping with her sister, who happens to be dating her fiancé's younger brother. While strolling around, OP began to inquire about her…

Traveling, sharing adventures, and reaching new heights together are all desirable in a relationship characterized by intense devotion and emotional investment. However, what would be your response if your partner informed you that you weren't worthy of an expensive supper with a Michelin rating because ‘he's not there yet’? The story below is an account of a confused boyfriend. After insulting his girlfriend, the original poster (OP) turned to Reddit for support. In this instance, the original…

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Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. The talk about having kids is an underrated conversation when you first start dating someone. Dating in your 20s, it may not be on your mind, or your partners. You just start things off with someone, and before you know it, you’re completely intertwined, but you have no idea their stance on having children. As women, it’s a touchy subject. Of course both parties are involved, but women have to carry the heaviest burden of actually having the ch…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. Finances are a big deal; you don’t want to get into a marriage with someone who doesn’t know how to handle money. Being financially compatible is just as important as being physically or mentally compatible. And it’s not just about your partner, their family matters as well. We all dream of falling in love with a guy who comes from money, but it doesn’t always work out like that. Unfortunately, the world isn’t a fantasy, but you can still find yourself somewhe…

Loyalty in a friendship is really crucial. So, what would you do if you discovered a sinister truth about a friend that, if made public, would betray both your wife's and your friend's trust? The story below is an account of a frustrated husband. The original poster (OP) had just learned from his wife a frightening secret about his friend. To put things in perspective, the wives of OP and his best friend are best friends. For a long time, the two couples have been close friends. The friend's wi…

I will never understand why people are so reluctant to do the right thing when it comes to relationships. I get that sometimes it is hard, to be honest with yourself and your partner, but surely being honest is so much better for both people than leading each other on and wasting your time. So this is a message for anyone in a relationship right now – If you don't feel like they are the one, do both of you a favor and simply break up. Don't lie, don't cheat, don't ghost – All you have to do is…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. When you’re in a healthy relationship, your partner should want the best for you. Your happiness is their happiness. Your success is their success, and they relish in seeing you succeed in your hopes, dreams, and goals in life. They don’t just relish in your happiness and pride, they will do whatever they can to help you achieve your goals. If your partner feels competition or bitterness about your success, the red flag could not be more glaring. If your partn…

The minute you and your spouse welcome a baby into the world, everything you have known up to that point drastically changes. Suddenly, your partner is more focused on the baby than on you. Everyone is preoccupied with the baby, so suddenly you have no time to prioritize your needs and wants. However, a modification such as the one mentioned above can have a big effect on the parents. Would you therefore be critical of or hold your spouse accountable for their inability to cope with the change?…

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There’s nothing worse than finding out your partner was hiding something from you. Time and place are everything, and of course, during a romantic beach getaway, is when this woman stumbles upon her boyfriend’s hidden photos on his phone. Actually, hidden is a strong word; she says she went to his screenshots (to find the restaurant they were going to), and they were all right there. So as uncouth as it sounds, if you’re going to lie and scheme, at least know how to keep a secret. This poor wom…

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When you tie the knot, you begin a shared future with the person you consider to be your person—your one true love. Having said that, the pair shares their happiness and victories as well as their monetary and personal commitments. The story below is an account of a frustrated fiancé. The original poster (OP) had been looking forward to her wedding day ever since she got engaged. As they anticipated their impending marriage, the couple decided to host bachelorette parties for themselves. Fortun…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. In this era with technology, it’s both easier and more difficult to hide things from your partners and spouses. It’s easier in the sense that keeping a secret is more available because of the privacy of phones. But, it’s also harder to keep it hidden forever, because it’s eternal proof of something that can’t be erased. Now, in this particular Reddit thread it’s unclear if the man was hiding information from his girlfriend. But their relationsh…