Aniston: Who said love has to last forever?

Jen admits she's lowered her expectations when it comes to love

Jennifer Aniston has admitted that she has given up on looking for the perfect relationship.

'I don't have one and I don't think it exists,' says Jen about happily-ever-after romances. 'Whoever said that every relationship has to last forever? That's hoping for too much.

'I think every relationship is a world unto itself.'

Despite having lowered her expectations when it comes to love, the actress still has a few demands.

'It's a shame that people stop being romantic out of laziness,' she told the Daily Mail.

'And communication is vital. People often expect their partner to read their minds and when that doesn't happen, they get upset, then the other person gets even more upset, and it is all because they didn't talk it over at the beginning.'

When it comes to children and starting a family, Hollywood's ultimate golden girl remains upbeat and philosophical about her future.

'I've always gone with the flow... Life is what it is. I don't think we have any idea about what the future holds for us.'

But there is one thing she's sure of: 'Being in love makes me happy,' she says.

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