My girlfriend is harder to live with than my mother – I might move out

DEAR DEIDRE: MOVING out of my parents’ home was a terrible decision.

I thought my mother was a fusspot – but my girlfriend is ten times worse.

She clocks my every move, following me on a phone app so she knows where I am. We also row all the time.

I’m 27, she is 26 and talks continually. I can’t get a word in.

Her sister has moved in now and the noise between the two of them is deafening.

I just want to be left in peace but there’s endless shrieking.

I’d prefer to be alone but my girlfriend was horrified when I said I might move out.

She and her sister can’t afford the flat without me.

DEIDRE SAYS:  A big part of you moving out was about improving your living environment.

Be honest with yourself and your girlfriend. Is the problem with the relationship or the circumstances?

If it’s over, then tell her you’re going to leave, as it’s not working for you.

They will have to find a new flatmate.

If you do still love your girlfriend, be honest but firm with her about needing space and peace if you’re going to stay.

If she wants to hold on to you, she will put some changes in place. My Relationship MOT support pack will help.