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			♡ married 1/1/2019♡ Join Date: Nov 2009 
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			Fear of abandonment. How does it play out in relationships? As a result, I withdraw, hold a little back so it doesn't hurt as bad when things go south. Knowing this, I have to work extra hard to allow myself to be open even though it makes me more vulnerable. Sometimes I win, sometimes I lose.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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