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When a relationship becomes too comfortable, it can lead to a state of predictability, and at worst can convince you that it is no longer worth to invest in the relationship with your partner. On the other hand, this predictability may cause you to feel as if you are, invisible, because you are accustomed to one another, so that you no longer pay attention to the romantic and sexual side of your relationship.

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