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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’ve been happily married 13 years, two kids. Obviously we have our differences at times but I’ve never wanted to divorce him, nor him me (that I know of.)

I feel that our marriage is strong and in a good place, but you still hear stories of people who were basically blindsided by their spouse leaving.

Are there things that can be done to maintain strength in a long term marriage?

For example, I would think regular sex and time alone as a couple help with this. Obviously continued mutual respect always helps. But for couples that already do these things, are there other things that could be done? What makes a person walk away from an intact happy family?

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Hmm, people do not walk away from an "intact happy marriage." For long-term relationships, the ability to grow with a partner is essential. Starting the relationship off with honesty is key. If you know that you want to be a SAHM mom, be upfront about it and discuss it. If your SO expresses displeasure with the idea, do not expect that they will change. If your SO has a high libido and sex/intimacy is important, believe that it will stay that way.

And realize that people do change and it is OK. Do not expect other people to fulfill essential roles in your marriage, that is YOUR job. If you cannot perform those functions anymore, budget for it in a relationship. [/quote]

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