A place on the tree

Living with an ex after breaking up

1 person has stood here

Does this feel close to something you’ve lived? Tell your own part. What you tell becomes one page, yours to keep.

The situation

After a romantic relationship ends, former partners continue sharing a home, making it difficult to experience the separation as complete.

What it’s like

Everyday contact, shared responsibilities, and the former partner’s presence can keep the breakup from feeling finished.