1A The Lessons Couples Learn From Living Apart Together
Feb 11, 2025
Vicki Larson, a journalist and author, and Ann Turner, a psychotherapist and certified sex therapist, dive into the rising trend of couples choosing to live apart together (LAT). They discuss how this arrangement can enhance mental health and relationship dynamics, particularly among older couples. Personal stories reveal the emotional benefits of maintaining separate homes, while the experts share insights on balancing independence and intimacy. The conversation also explores misconceptions about LAT relationships and how communication plays a crucial role in their success.
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LAT: Challenging Conventions
- LAT couples are committed but maintain separate living spaces.
- This arrangement challenges the conventional view of love requiring cohabitation.
LAT in Practice
- One couple maintains separate homes, spending half the week together.
- Another couple lives apart due to differing pet preferences, highlighting the flexibility of LAT.
Older Women and LAT
- Older women are driving the LAT trend.
- Some older women express hesitation towards serious relationships due to the expectation of caregiving.
