gjr23 t1_j9kybjk wrote on February 22, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Makes me wonder which came first? What if people or specifically women who have fewer chronic illnesses tend to have better relationships instead?

jenglasser t1_j9mn42p wrote on February 23, 2023 at 1:40 AM

Exactly this. As someone who suffers from a chronic illness I can tell you absolutely the only reason I'm not in a relationship is because of my health problems. I would certainly have a much higher chance of being in a satisfying one if I had the physical strength to just be in one in the first place.

muinamir t1_j9n9lqk wrote on February 23, 2023 at 4:36 AM

Even back when I had energy, it's amazing how many people were scared off just by the chronic illness label. Which is why I made a point to be upfront about it, ensuring that we both saved ourselves some time.

FunctionBuilt t1_j9n8brz wrote on February 23, 2023 at 4:25 AM

Or people who have satisfying relationships are generally more well adjusted and well off mentally and physically, ultimately leading to a more healthy lifestyle with less stress.