Thanks Awakening

Hi Nicolette,

My husband and I have an office with a bed and a TV in it so that there is always another room in the house open if one of us needs some private time. If that option is not available for you guys, this may sound strange, but I like just sitting in my car sometimes for alone time. We have a wireless connection so I could easily take my laptop to my car and be on the internet. I know it may sound strange, but I find solace in small spaces.

Best,
Rachel

I've used my car many a day for relief and space.

It's really warm in the spring and fall with the effect of the sun and windows. The seats recline and the music is good. I haven't taken off, I'm still available near by just in my own space at the time.

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 :)

I like to either go to the cafe to escape my home or go home to relax in bed or take a shower to escape the outside world. For me, escape is as much a state of mind as a change of location.