Like with any investment decision, investors must first assess the risks involved. Not any different with investing in a relationship. What's the worst that can happen to me? I lose 20K on my GE stock? I "waste" XX years of my life with this guy?
Relatively speaking, I've never been a risky investor. I like predictable environments - but yes, I also like surprises. Only the good ones though. Doesn't everyone?
I should promise myself this - that if any of my investment decisions ever hit rock bottom (whether with money or with a relationship), I need to be able to walk away with peace. Meaning I could move on because I've tried my best to save it and I could continue living without it. I would hate to walk away crippled (losing my heart, mind, and soul) to an investment. At least I'm not blinded by this possibility because the ones who are will regret to have made that failed decision. I don't ever want to regret.
I also know I need to diversify and monitor my investments closely. We tend to pull out when our investment value disintegrates. From a relationship perspective, when morale is low, I'd like to think that I'd put more effort in. It's like killing hatred with love. As much as we would like our investment value and morale to stay high - we know that it fluctuates. It is concerning is that these investments aren't insured or guaranteed. And as I've mentioned before, I am still unsure about this marriage ordeal.
I can't predict the stock market. I can't predict people's actions. I can't even predict my own moves. Investing in the stock market or in a relationship isn't for everyone. I guess the simple advice I can give is never forget to believe in and invest in yourself.
