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Is it normal to compare your partner to your ex?

Mostly.Normal for most people

Yes, it’s normal for your past relationships to shape how you see your current one. It becomes a problem if the comparisons keep you stuck or make your partner feel like they’re being graded against your ex.

Yes—your brain naturally uses past experiences as a reference point, especially when something in your current relationship reminds you of an ex. A passing comparison doesn’t mean you still want your ex or that you’re a bad partner.

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