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In this reflective monologue, a therapist shares observations from years of working with couples. While some couples are in crisis, many function smoothly: they pay bills, co‑parent, and maintain occasional intimacy. However, when asked about friendship, a noticeable pause reveals that the emotional bond—the laughter, shared dreams, and genuine enjoyment of each other's company—has faded. These relationships have shifted into co‑parenting or roommate‑like arrangements, where practical collaboration replaces the deeper friendship that once underpinned the partnership.
