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April 28, 2026

She's Been Married Nearly 70 Years—She Says This Relationship Red Flag Is the Most Telling: 'It's Painful'

The Engelmans met in 1953 and have been married since 1956. "I think every gesture of kindness and love strengthens the relationship," says Rosalyn Engelman.

She's Been Married Nearly 70 Years—She Says This Relationship Red Flag Is the Most Telling: 'It's Painful'

TL;DR

  • Rosalyn and Irwin Engelman met in 1953 and married in 1956.
  • They have maintained rituals like saying 'I love you' and kissing upon waking and sleeping.
  • Rosalyn believes kindness and understanding each other's perspectives are key to a strong relationship.
  • The couple identifies destructive criticism, meant to devastate and demean, as the primary red flag in relationships.
  • Psychologist Sabrina Romanoff supports the idea that kindness is a vital trait, providing a trusted partner in a cruel world.

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