Making your partner your best friend is a new phenomenon in human history.
AdvertisementWhether you've just been to a wedding or your Instagram feed, you've probably encountered someone's significant other being referred to as their best friend.
While close friendship is a core part of all healthy romantic relationships, it's also really important to have friends — including your best friend — be separate from the person you share a bed, mortgage, or child with.
"If things go south, as romantic relationships can, then you put all of your eggs in one basket."
She shared the reasons everyone should have all kinds of meaningful friendships and relationships outside of their romantic partner.
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