Due to the lockdown, couples are fighting more to the point of not being able to stand each other. If you are currently quarantining with your partner, it can be a good thing but that’s not without a few obstacles. Here’s what you should do to keep your relationship from getting ruined by quarantine.
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Spend time alone
I know it’s hard to spend time alone when you literally share the same room. but it is still possible to have your alone time. For example, you don’t always have to be in the same room as your significant other. I noticed that a lot of couples do that but really it is leading them to suffocation. You can either relax in the living room, or go hang out in the kitchen and cook or just do your own thing in a separate room. You can watch your Netflix show alone, workout in the living room, etc. There are many things you can do without having your partner be there with you. Trust me, it’ll feel like you can breathe and it will also lead to less fighting and annoyance of each other.Â
Communicate
Communication already plays a huge role in a relationship regardless, but when you are stuck with your partner 24/7, it is very important to be transparent with them and really ask yourself “is this worth arguing over?” Or “will this matter in the future?” Also communicating that you want some time alone is important as well. I know that a lot of couples might take it the wrong way, but as long as you communicate your feelings rather than whining and nitpicking, it will lead to better solutions.Â
Have fun together
Just because you two are stuck at home, it doesn’t mean that your relationship is ruined. Being at home with your significant other is very enjoyable. It should be enjoyable. You can still have a date night, get ready and cook a nice dinner. Do nice things for each other. As long as that effort and love is still there, being intimate will be even more enjoyable.Â
Step outside for some fresh air
Since you can’t go anywhere it doesn’t hurt to at least go outside on your yard to get some fresh air and sunlight. It is therapeutic, and taking a walk with your partner (or alone) can really ease your mind.Â
Quarantining is hard. And when you are with someone you love, there’s going to be a bright side to it alongside some challenges as well. If you are fighting more with your partner and feeling like you are losing that spark, try these tips and see if they make things better. It is okay to be dealing with this. It is understandable, and I hope that not only do you stay strong but your relationship as well! Â
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