What can I say?
Im also not alone when it comes to dealing withrelationshipstruggles right now.
Whether or not to go to anew park versus an old parkhas become a red-alert conflict.
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Small daily tasks turn into tempting opportunities to snip at each other.
And, well, good for them.
And, honestly, lets say youarein arelationshipthats thriving during the pandemicthese tips might make things even better.
No surprise: The biggest advice is to communicate.
This is especially true when it comes tofeelings about the pandemic.
Maybe thats the boredom and monotony so many people are experiencingits what day?
season?as well as any fears.
It’s worth noting that Allan emphasizes communicating thefeelingsthe pandemic stirs up.
2. give a shot to stay in the present, especially when voicing relationship concerns.
Getting on each others nerves more than usual?
Arguing, or at least resentment, ensues.
That problem feels bigger, but it feels bigger because I brought in the past, Meunier says.
Set boundaries around COVID-19 preventive measures.
4. make a run at find a normal rhythm if you could.
Okay, clearly nothing is normal.
But maintaining as manynormal habitsas you could that helped you feel good in pre-pandemic times is key.
Set boundaries around when work begins and ends, Allan agrees.
Be conscious of your alcohol use.
For what its worth, things get a little more complicated with cannabis.
Consider changing your roles in the relationship.
Quiet afternoons may not be possible or may require more teamwork.
Its really important to share the load, Allan emphasizes, thoughhowyou share responsibilities may look different from before.
That could also mean taking an unprecedented amount of space if it works for both of you.
Broaden your support system if possible.
Yes, were still physically distancing (remember when we used to get a thrill from canceling IRL plans?
), but that doesnt mean we have to close off our support systems.
Talk to friends on video chat (if you’re not sick of Zoom at this point).
Go on physically distanced walks or have an outdoor distanced happy hour.
Dont lean too heavily on joint distractions.
While this might relieve some tensions, its not likely to keep your bond going.
Its actually not connecting time, its side by side, Meunier says.
take a stab at findtime to connectwhere youre not distracted by another activity.
It has to be more intentional.
