James shared that a break from the spotlight bettered his relationship with Kirkconnell in an interview with People on July 10, 2021.
The North Carolina native commented on the criticisms and the obstacles they faced during their relationship and expressed they could deal with their issues as soon as they isolated themselves from public scrutiny.
I'm following the lead of everybody else. You know, I think that I look to people who have been where I'm trying to get to.
In his own words, the reality star was looking up to long-term relationships and hoping to imitate the nuts and bolts of a healthy rapport. He was trying to have an enduring bond just like Kirkconnell's parents' long marriage.
The progress in their relationship became public, months after news of them trying to move in together hit the internet on May 2021. A close source told E! News that the graphic designer would move to New York City to be closer with her beau.
Without a doubt, the pair have turned a new leaf in their relationship by working together on their differences.
