LAT — Living Apart Together

Living apart together means not sleeping in the same bed and giving your partner safe space whenever they ask for it. Sadly, it’s pretty rare that this kind of relationship is practiced. I believe that the 50% divorce rate is cause by not at least practicing some form of LAT.

I’ve been with the same women now for 25 years and we’re still happily married. However, we rarely share a bed or do things together. I require lots of alone time to keep my sanity. We have learned to make good use of our shared living space. I often work at night when I have a room dedicated to working and another room dedicated to sleeping.

I know most of the people think this way of living is sad and lonely. But, I’m trying to reach out to others than enjoy LAT. Many of these people are ostracized and made fun of by practicing LAT. Also some cultures enhljoy living together spending a lot of time together. It works for some people and it drives other people crazy.

In the comments, please share what the situation you have found works to stay with the same partner for a significant length of time.