Hello, it's ben a while since I've posted or responded to other threads. Last summer my wife told me she wanted a separation for some time to herself, refused marriage counselling. It was a very painful thing to go through, I've made the most I can to make positive changes for myself and do what I need to heal from this.

Now, 7 months since the day she moved out, things are no closer towards reconciliation. We get along, we're amicable and all but I see no sign that she's had any change of heart. I'm at a point in my life now where I've lost patience.

How long is long enough for a trial separation? It seems to me that by now, she'd have had the time she needs to know if she wants to be married to me. I don't mean that everything would be hunky dory and all, but at least she'd know what direction this is going.

Am I wrong? How long do these things usually last?