Living together does not cancel privacy. Strong couples distinguish privacy from secrecy and closeness from constant access.
Sharing a home increases access.
It does not create ownership.
You will see more of each other's life.
You will also need to decide what remains private.
Couples often avoid this conversation until privacy is interpreted as rejection or secrecy.
Privacy can include:
time alone
a closed bathroom door
private thoughts
The rest of this guide goes beyond the headline idea. It takes you into the patterns, questions and practical decisions that help you apply this to your own relationship.
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