Working with your partner

[Anonymous]

Hi there!
 

This is for people who have had experience working with their partner, whether for 10 or 20 years, or even more than 50 years, sharing both work and home life, seeing each other almost every day at work and at home. There are many conflicting opinions about whether this kind of situation can damage a relationship or, on the contrary, make it even stronger.

It would be really awesome to hear your real, personal experiences.
 

[Gebidozo]

Well, I used to work with an ex-wife of mine. We saw each other all the time. All I can say is that it’s very hard to pull off and ends badly in most cases.

Partners really need to have time away from each other. Also, all sorts of unhealthy dynamics may enter the relationship when partners work together.

I always end up dating women who have the same profession as myself, though. Not working together, but being in the same field.