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Dec 2024
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Should You Wait for Your Partner to Get ...

Relationship Restored
About this episode
When you’re ambitious and driven, what do you do if your partner isn’t quite on the same path? This week, we’re diving into a listener’s story about dating since childhood and navigating a relationship where career goals and ambition are creating tension.

💡 What We’ll Cover:
• How to balance love and personal growth
• When to support your partner and when to set boundaries
• The challenges of dating someone with different ambitions
• Our honest advice on whether it’s worth waiting or moving on

🎯 Whether you’ve faced similar struggles or want insight on handling relationships where personal goals don’t align, this video will provide actionable advice and a fresh perspective.

📥 Have your own relationship question? Submit it here: https://www.relationshiprestored.com/reallovescenario 🧡 Join the Relationship Restored Community: https://www.relationshiprestored.com/community

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