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    Apr 2, 2007, 12:11 PM
    Boyfriend needs space, but we live together
    My boyfriend and I have been together for about two and half years, and we've been living together for the last six months. He begged me for months to move in and I was very hesitant but finally decided to do it. He's telling me now that he needs some space in the relationship. How do I give him space when we are living together? I really want our relationship to last.


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    Apr 2, 2007, 12:19 PM
    Your BF forgot to beware of what you wish for. Something has changed the way he is thinking and it isn't a hopeful sign. If he wants space after 2 1/2 years give it to him, miles of it.
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    Apr 2, 2007, 12:20 PM
    You can give him space by allowing him not only privacy, but letting him do things without you. You both should have the freedom of having a life that you enjoy without each other.
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    Apr 2, 2007, 12:47 PM
    Thanks for the quick replies. I've been a mess since he told me. We've been nearly inseparable since we started the relationship and I'm finding it really hard giving him the space he needs now.
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    Apr 2, 2007, 01:47 PM
    Its called smothering and leads one partner or another to run for the hills. I think a more balanced relationship would be healthier for you both. Having a life without each other is healthy.
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    Apr 2, 2007, 02:25 PM
    Thanks a lot for your advice talaniman

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