Before deciding to divorce, some couples ponder living separately. With the recent revelations by Jada Pinkett Smith about her in-home separation from Will Smith, we're discussing the pros and cons of living apart while married, including my own experiences and insights about when Shaun and I "separated" within our marriage.

Jada Pinkett Smith's new book, Worthy, reveals that Jada and Will Smith have been separated for seven years, although not divorced. There are many questions people have about the concept of in-home separation in marriages, and this episode helps to address some of those.

Key Take-Aways

 In-Home Separation: It’s best to set boundaries and parameters if you live separated and married.

Purpose of Marriage: What is the real purpose of marriage? 

 Seeking Help: If you are considering living separated and married, first seek help. 

 Don't Care What People Think: Don’t stay in a marriage because of societal expectations or fear of what people might think. 

 Don't Give Up: Your marriage still has life in it. Don't give up on your marriage quickly. 



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Before deciding to divorce, some couples ponder living separately. With the recent revelations by Jada Pinkett Smith about her in-home separation from Will Smith, we're discussing the pros and cons of living apart while married, including my own experiences and insights about when Shaun and I "separated" within our marriage.
Jada Pinkett Smith's new book, Worthy, reveals that Jada and Will Smith have been separated for seven years, although not divorced. There are many questions people have about the concept of in-home separation in marriages, and this episode helps to address some of those.
Key Take-Aways
 In-Home Separation: It’s best to set boundaries and parameters if you live separated and married.
 Purpose of Marriage: What is the real purpose of marriage? 
 Seeking Help: If you are considering living separated and married, first seek help. 
 Don't Care What People Think: Don’t stay in a marriage because of societal expectations or fear of what people might think. 
 Don't Give Up: Your marriage still has life in it. Don't give up on your marriage quickly. 
 
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
Need marriage coaching?<a href="https://danache.com/getstarted"> Schedule your discovery call today.</a>
<a href="https://danache.com/partnerquiz">Take my free "How Connected a Partner Are You" Quiz!</a>
 
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