Being independent in a relationship is not a bad thing. In fact, having your own friends, hobbies, routines and interests can make a relationship healthier. You do not have to spend every waking moment together to feel close.
The problem begins when having your own space slowly turns into keeping your partner at a distance. Sometimes, the change is so gradual that you may not notice it until the relationship starts feeling different. Here are five signs that your independence may be turning into emotional distance.
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