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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No, my siblings are, as is my childhood best friend. I met my husband in my mid twenties after several serious relationships in high school and college. I feel like while we had/have a lot in common, we didn’t have any transformative experiences together that left lasting impressions the same way I did with my other best friends, who I’ve basically known my whole life. [/quote]

I’d your spouse isn’t your best friend, I’m not sure that you’re on the right track.[/quote]

It would be nice, and is certainly ideal, but I’m not sure it’s a realistic standard to strive for in a relationship. By default, my spouse is a best friend because of the life we have together, but no one person will meet all of your needs. I get different stimulation from different relationships/friendships. Also think it’s difficult to know, at time of marriage, if your spouse will become and/or remain your best friend- my best friendships have been cultivated over decades. You take a leap of faith when you get married, and the ones that truly flourish are due to at least partially chance. [/quote]

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