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What does it mean?
People accidentally ruin relationships and try to cover it up with memories.
In plain terms
We mess things up, apologize, and look at old photos.
What can you take from it?
Accidents happen and memories are used to cope.

Where it applies

  • relationship conflict
  • breakups

Putting it to work

  • accept mistakes
  • value memories

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle mistakes?
  • Do photos help or hurt?

Another view

Photos often hide the reality.

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