What messages did you receive about love and marriage growing up?

How did those marriages shape your views on commitment and happiness?

When you imagine a long-term relationship, what fears come up for you?

Do you associate staying together with success, even if people are unhappy? Why or why not?

In what ways have you tried to avoid repeating what you saw growing up?

What does a fulfilling relationship look like to you today?

How important is partnership to you at this stage in your life?

What do you want from a partner that feels non-negotiable?

Do you feel emotionally available for a committed relationship right now?

Have you noticed any patterns in your past relationships or dating experiences?

Is there a part of you that might fear becoming like the couples you grew up around?

What beliefs might be holding you back from trusting or investing in love?

What would it look like to define a relationship on your own terms, not your family's?

If you knew you couldn’t fail at love, what would you try?

What inner work or support do you think would help you move forward in your love life with more clarity or confidence?