No matter the reason for living apart from your spouse, it can be difficult.
But whether you're in a long distance relationship, or you're not ready to move in with each other just yet, it's possible to live happily in separate residences.
We'll go over the former situation first, and then talk about the latter.
Most wonder if the marriage will survive the long distance and weeks or months without seeing each other in person.
Technology has come a long way through the years and has made it easier to stay in contact, but it's usually no substitute for physical proximity to your spouse.
Still, long-distance relationships have been successful for couples, and with a little work it could be successful for you, too.
Don't let anybody tell you it'll be easy, but don't let anybody tell you it's impossible, either.
Everybody's relationship is different, and the individuals in each relationship are different, too.
Just because a couple friends saw their marriage take a hit because of long distance doesn't mean yours will, too.
Talk to your spouse and acknowledge that it'll be difficult.
Phone calls, text messages, and video chat can help keep some of the closeness alive.
Make sure you visit each other regularly, and understand your partner's concerns when they're raised.
Do not brush them off as nothing.
Jealousy is natural when one's spouse is so far away, so be mindful and understanding if your spouse gets a little jealous at some point.
Just talk about it.
Controlling is another thing, though.
As far as couples who are married but choose to live separately, this, too, can work.
Make sure you discuss this beforehand so there isn't some big surprise after the wedding when it comes time for one of you to give up your home.
As people get married later in life, many are accustomed to living alone and having things their way.
It may take a little easing into things for some, so if your partner is reluctant to move in together right away don't necessarily take it as a sign of commitment-phobia.
Talk about it and try to understand where he or she is coming from.
If it's evident that there's a lack of commitment from one partner, though, things can get ugly.
Trust is important in these situations.
If you're unsure of your partner's motives for wanting to live separately, it probably won't work.
Communication and trust is the key to any relationship no matter the living arrangements.
But whether you're in a long distance relationship, or you're not ready to move in with each other just yet, it's possible to live happily in separate residences.
We'll go over the former situation first, and then talk about the latter.
Most wonder if the marriage will survive the long distance and weeks or months without seeing each other in person.
Technology has come a long way through the years and has made it easier to stay in contact, but it's usually no substitute for physical proximity to your spouse.
Still, long-distance relationships have been successful for couples, and with a little work it could be successful for you, too.
Don't let anybody tell you it'll be easy, but don't let anybody tell you it's impossible, either.
Everybody's relationship is different, and the individuals in each relationship are different, too.
Just because a couple friends saw their marriage take a hit because of long distance doesn't mean yours will, too.
Talk to your spouse and acknowledge that it'll be difficult.
Phone calls, text messages, and video chat can help keep some of the closeness alive.
Make sure you visit each other regularly, and understand your partner's concerns when they're raised.
Do not brush them off as nothing.
Jealousy is natural when one's spouse is so far away, so be mindful and understanding if your spouse gets a little jealous at some point.
Just talk about it.
Controlling is another thing, though.
As far as couples who are married but choose to live separately, this, too, can work.
Make sure you discuss this beforehand so there isn't some big surprise after the wedding when it comes time for one of you to give up your home.
As people get married later in life, many are accustomed to living alone and having things their way.
It may take a little easing into things for some, so if your partner is reluctant to move in together right away don't necessarily take it as a sign of commitment-phobia.
Talk about it and try to understand where he or she is coming from.
If it's evident that there's a lack of commitment from one partner, though, things can get ugly.
Trust is important in these situations.
If you're unsure of your partner's motives for wanting to live separately, it probably won't work.
Communication and trust is the key to any relationship no matter the living arrangements.
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