Vievia Kim
Here are some real-life examples of “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” applied to relationships:
The Friend Who Relies on One Best Friend:
Sarah is introverted and struggles to make new friends. She becomes incredibly close to one person, Emily, and relies on her for all her social needs and emotional support. However, when Emily moves away or gets busy with her own life, Sarah feels isolated and alone. By not nurturing other friendships, Sarah has all her eggs in one basket and suffers when that connection weakens.
The Partner Who Quits Their Job to Follow Their Spouse:
David gives up his dream job to follow his spouse, Jessica, when she gets a fantastic opportunity in another city. While this can be a supportive gesture, it leaves David reliant on Jessica’s career success and happiness.
If their relationship struggles or Jessica’s career takes an unexpected turn, David could be left without a job and feeling unfulfilled.
The Person Neglects Family for Romantic Relationship:
Michael becomes infatuated with a new partner and lets his relationships with family members slide. He cancels visits, misses important events, and prioritizes spending time with his partner over everything else.
If the romantic relationship ends, Michael may find himself disconnected from his family and struggling to rebuild those bonds.
The Person with Diverse Social Circles:
Lisa has a close circle of friends, a supportive family, and actively participates in hobbies and social groups. This allows her to cultivate a variety of fulfilling relationships.
If one relationship weakens or ends, she has a strong support network to fall back on and doesn’t feel alone.
