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T'pring really did deserve better and honestly I really dislike what Spock did. I feel like if it was any other character in any other show we would see this as a major character flaw. But, because he's spock we just kind of let it go.
Well, in the context of a world where stories are being told, Spock always being perfect even when young and figuring this stuff out wouldn't lead to any interesting stories.
Personally, I've seen his story with T'pring as a variation on the very common struggle people who grow up in strict cultures go through. Some of those individuals break away from their cultures, some come to terms with it personally.
Spock's been interesting in that he chooses his Vulcan side ultimately. I think most character stories go the other way--the uptight, rules-following individual breaking away from the rigid culture that nurtured them. Spock in contrast finds a balance.