Is it normal to want to fuse into your partner?
Yes—wanting to feel incredibly close and connected to your partner is normal. It’s healthiest when you can enjoy that closeness while still having room to be your own person.
That “I want us to be one person” feeling often just means you’re deeply in love, feel safe with them, or want more time and closeness. Lots of people get a little swept up in a relationship, especially when it’s new or especially meaningful.
The useful distinction is whether “fusing” is a romantic metaphor or whether you feel unable to cope with time apart, keep giving up your own interests, or expect your partner to meet every emotional need. You can be very close and still have separate friends, opinions, and lives—and a little space often makes closeness feel better, not worse.