Can a separation save a marriage?
Sometimes, yes. Physical proximity can be a great source of antagonism for couples considering divorce. A change in the status quo is often the first step to saving the marriage. The new perspective gained by separation may help you discover that cause of your dissatisfaction. The actual experience of separation provides a testing period that can alter perceptions of divorce as a solution. The party who is pushing for a divorce on the mistaken belief that physical separation will resolve his or her unhappiness often finds that the contrary is true. Separation then may provide new insight into the cause of unhappiness or the advisability of resuming the marital relationship.
