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“The point of marriage is not to create a quick commonality by tearing down all boundaries; on the contrary, a good marriage is one in which each partner appoints the other to be the guardian of his solitude.”

Rainer Maria Rilke

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A good marriage is not about becoming exactly the same or taking away all differences. Instead, it means each partner respects and protects the other's personal space and individuality.

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Boundaries Commitment Guardian Individuality Marriage Mutual respect Partner Relationship Solitude Union
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