Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships 548 - Conversations to Have Before Moving in Together
Sep 23, 2025
This discussion dives into the dynamics of moving in with a partner, exploring personal stories and common motivations. The hosts provide essential questions to assess compatibility and suggest creating a household code for harmony. They emphasize maintaining personal space, clear communication, and effective chore management. Unique insights on navigating financial independence and non-monogamous dynamics add depth, ensuring listeners feel prepared for this new chapter in their relationships.
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From Solo Student To Tiny Shared Apartment
- Dedeker describes living alone through college in a detached mother-in-law unit and loving the independence.
- She later moved in with a romantic partner at 21-22 and found the tiny shared space challenging and educational.
Accidentally Cohabiting With An Ex
- Emily recounts accidentally moving in with an ex after signing a lease, staying friends after a rough year.
- She later moved upstairs to a large house and regained distance, which improved their relationship.
Cohabitation Is Often Economic
- Cohabitation often reflects financial pressures rather than relationship readiness.
- People with lower incomes are more likely to cohabit because housing costs and urbanization make solo living infeasible.