Pros and Cons of Cohabitation

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I am a firm believer that cohabitation should only occur after an engagement and likewise, within a reasonable engagement period. Though sleepovers and "weekend cottages" may occur, it's not the same idea.

I read an article on CNN and I thought it was appropriately written. See for yourself here.

There are many instances when cohabitation does work out because the couple is intending to get married anyhow but many couples move-in together to test out the waters to see if they're "compatible" for marriage.

PROS
- after a year, you get placed under the corporate benefit plan of your S.O.
- cheaper rent
- less travel expenses
- less expenses in general
- you get to see him/her everyday

CONS
- you get sick of each other
- what if this person isn't the person that you want to be with? joint stuff gets messy
- living the married too young isn't always the way to go
- no more personal space

Do you agree/disagree?

Break-Up Remedies

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Usually when you're the dumper, your remedy well, you just move on or suddenly have a new priority in your life whether it be school, work, new flame, etc.

The hardest part for the dumpee, however, is to fill that void, the dumper, used to fill.

I was quite inspired by this once former Xanga blogger when she wrote one specific post about how to get over a guy. I will make references to what she said because I totally agree, however, she's no longer blogging. If you so wish for me to reveal her site that used to exist, I'd be happy to direct you there, just message me and ask for it. For privacy issues, I will not reveal her name either. From #3 onwards are my own suggestions from my experience...

1. Although it will take some time for you to get over this one person, easier said than done, dedicate one day to reminisce about this special person ... cry about it, go over pictures, notes, have some ice cream for God's sake, etc.
2. Then you really have to make a 180 degree turnaround and stop moping about it.
3. Go out with your friends!
4. Find a hobby that will fill that time your special person once filled.
5. If you really must feel like talking about it, write letters to this person but DO NOT SEND THEM
6. JOURNAL or BLOG! Writing things out is definitely therapeutic so you don't have cooped up words or feelings.

Let me know if you have other Break-Up Remedies :)

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