“Having completely different friend groups from your partner is healthier than sharing all the same friends”
Agree
- Maintains independence and separate identities
- Gives you both space to be yourselves
- More interesting stories to share
- Breakups are way less complicated
Disagree
- Shared social circles create stronger bonds
- It's fun when friends all get along
- Integration shows commitment and seriousness
- Planning hangouts is way easier
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