Maher said: «This is by no means academic, as my firm is currently advising
partners in firms which have closed who face
substantial property - related claims, and there are ex-
partners who are having problems replacing
run - off cover following the disclaimer of enterprise policies.
Relationship scientists refer to these behaviors as «willingness to sacrifice,» and they can
run the gamut from minor and short term inconveniences, such as having to go to your
partner's work party on Friday night when you would rather stay home and watch The Bachelor on TV, to much more
substantial or long - term sacrifices, such as jumping in front of a train to save your
partner's life.