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After todays news
Have you tried a trial separation? What are your thoughts?
Did it give your relationship helpful breathing space – or was it just delaying the inevitable?
Gooner
... at least one will be hoping they get back together. However, sometimes the other is sure it is over, but isn't yet saying
I think that sentence probably is the most accurate description. I've been separated twice, but in both cases, I was very clear that it was what I wanted - the divorce was no rush in the first instance, and we both stayed friends (still are very good friends), but I think if you get to that stage, separation is generally going to confirm what you knew in the first place.
Hi,
Yes I agree, when I left my ex, I think there was a feeling that it was short term but I knew from the min I left I wasn't going back, no matter what I said I think there was some hope that I would.
I have never had a trial seperation as I always tried to work through things, until there is no hope left.
GTTS