I couldn't live in certain situations and I'm lucky that I married someone 34 years ago who is pretty much on the same page as me with lifestyle choices and finances. We have a few differences but they are very small in the big scheme of things.

If he dies first, I may never live with someone again. It's a huge risk.

I've often thought that society might be happier in general if everyone had their own little 500 square feet of space. Kids could be with parents for awhile but eventually everyone is autonomous in their own space. Each person chooses to join the family and/or friends on the common areas when they want to. Everyone has their privacy when they want that.

I know - I'm odd. But that would be my dream life.