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I lived with someone when I was young (18-22) off and on through undergrad. It was a learning experience and opened my eyes to the fact that I wasn't ready to settle down with him. Now my current boyfriend knows that as much as it would be convenient for us to live together due to the commute and being able to save on expenses, I love my independence and I am not ready to give that up unless I have a ring on my finger. It is too much of a risk for me at this point in my life. I think for me, it is good to semi-live with someone because you can still learn a lot about them, through staying with each other a lot during the week and on weekends. Also communication is a big key in any relationship. My boyfriend and I talk NOW about what we want now AND in our future. If you don't know these things now moving in with someone is not a good idea. I don't always buy the "I will learn everything about them if I live with them". You still learn the major stuff without that element I believe.
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