Hi

My partner has been running his own business from home, but he only has about 5 or 6 hours a week where he actually has clients. So he is always at home- literally. I have hardly been home alone since we moved in together almost a year ago.

I tend to find other ways to be alone. Walking, exercise, reading in our bedroom, going for a massage, having a bath... Sometimes my partner will run me a bath, get me a cold drink and make me have some de-stress time. I really appreciate that he is looking out for my needs in that small way, since I spend a fair bit of time trying to look out for his.

I don't have the option of working at home (unless i bring my class of 5 year olds over! lol) but i have my computer set up in my own study- this is also sort of 'my space' where i don't have to feel guilty about the mess and disorder which i work in, which my partner can't deal with. The laptop is also great as I can go wherever i want to, even outside.

i hope you find a way to compromise- so often we feel guilt about needing things for ourselves. Good luck :)