The coronavirus pandemic has already affected billion of people, inflicted millions from all races, and caused thousands of deaths around the globe. To protect yourself from the virus, experts say the best thing to do is to isolate oneself.
Unfortunately, isolation can lead to unstable mental and emotional health, which could sometimes be very difficult to handle. And being away from the love of your life would only make things worse. Despite the pain, experts say it is important to know that you are not alone in this battle, and feeling that way is perfectly normal.
In times like this, preserving a strong connection towards your loved one is crucial for your relationship to still thrive, as explained by Sami Wunder, an international dating and relationship coach. But how can you do that if you and your special person are several miles apart?
MAXIMIZE THE TECHNOLOGY
Our generation is blessed with technology, which people can use to communicate even if they are far from each other, as revealed by Techwalla. Some of the electronic communication devices you can use are your cell phones, email, social networking sites, and faxes.
Though you can't visit your favorite restaurant together during this pandemic, social networking sites such as Skype and Zoom can allow you to eat together, have coffee together, cook together, laugh about each other, and even have more time with each other. You only need to have a good and stable internet connection and you are already set to go.
TREASURE THE MOMENTS YOU TWO ARE APART
It may be difficult to be far from your loved one but remember "absence makes the heart grow fonder", reminds Wunder. So instead of being hyper-focused on your partner and his or her absence, it is better to dig deeper into the opportunities this quarantine can give you to improve. Maximize the time to do things that could help you with your physical, mental, and emotional health development.
BE OPEN ABOUT YOUR FEELINGS TOWARDS YOUR PARTNER
Being far from your partner can produce negative emotions, which could make you more irritable, lonely, and weak. But make sure not to keep everything inside. You can do that by opening up to your partner about what you are feeling and what you are going through, as advised by Elite Daily. As you two become more transparent with each other, it would be easier for you two to talk about some plans on how your relationship can overcome this pandemic.
