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Best to live apart while in therapy?

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sparklingruby · 16/08/2017 14:19

I was just looking for opinions on whether it's easier to repair a marriage living apart or together?

My DH wants to stay living outside of the marital home while we have counselling. He enjoys being alone and he finds the distance helps him to think.

I on the other hand hate the distance and I feel like it makes me grow apart from him and that it's a lot harder to repair.

We also have a 3 year old who is terribly confused. I think it would be better for him if his dad was at home, if the intention is that we work at this and fix things. I am also pregnant with our second child and could do with support with that.

What's your view? Is there a better chance of repairing a marriage if you move apart or stay at home?

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caffelatte100 · 16/08/2017 14:32

Imagine if you needed the distance as well!

As long as things aren't too bad and you are trying, then it makes sense to live together whilst you undergo counselling. The fact he likes to be alone rings alarm bells. If he stays in the home, maybe help ensure he also has some time alone too, (as you should have too!).

Otherwise, it all just boils down to you and that doesn;t seem fair, particularly now you are pregnant.

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