When looking for a partner , it's normal to try to find our perfect match, our soulmate, 'The One'. That's the dream, really, but we also can't help but wonder if our absolute 'other half' really exists. So, is it possible to find THE ideal partner? Relationship expert Montse Cazcarra has a short - and a long - answer: "No. The perfect partner does not exist," she says. But, she adds: "What does exist is the partner that we're more compatible with in terms of the way we think, our attachment style and our values." Does personality influence our choice of partner, and is it most important when it comes to maintaining a healthy and lasting relationship? "Personality is very important," says the couples therapist. "Traditional personality traits like emotional stability, kindness , and
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