Together Alone: Why the Best Couples Master Parallel Play
Published: January 24, 2026
Duration: 2:44
# The Power of Parallel Play in Adult Relationships
Remember when you were a kid, sitting next to a friend, each absorbed in your own activity, yet feeling completely connected? That's parallel play, and it's not just for children. It's one of the most underrated elements of a thriving adult relationship.
We've been sold a romantic fantasy that couples should want to do everything together. Separate hobbies? Red flag. Enjoying time apart? Something must be wrong. But here's the truth: the healthiest relationships make room for what I call "together alone" time.
This means being...
Remember when you were a kid, sitting next to a friend, each absorbed in your own activity, yet feeling completely connected? That's parallel play, and it's not just for children. It's one of the most underrated elements of a thriving adult relationship.
We've been sold a romantic fantasy that couples should want to do everything together. Separate hobbies? Red flag. Enjoying time apart? Something must be wrong. But here's the truth: the healthiest relationships make room for what I call "together alone" time.
This means being...