Some couples move in together because they’re basically already spending every night together, so driving across town to see each other and packing a little overnight bag on a regular basis simply doesn’t make sense. But are these really good reasons to sign a lease with somebody? It’s a bigger deal than many realize.
There can be this freaky moment after a couple moves in—this, “Is this my life forever now?” moment. Moving in together is a big commitment. If you wanted to back out, it would involve breaking leases, sleeping on friends’ couches until you found a new place, and a lot of trouble. That reality can sink in, create all this pressure for things to go well, and cause fights.
You’re still in the zone of putting on a happy face and only seeing your partner when you’re in a good mood. Or, you only see each other for a period of time in which you can pretend to be happy. You can’t hide your cranky when you live together, so you better be comfortable with your partner seeing it.
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