8 TIPS FOR COUPLES WHO HAVE BECOME LONG DISTANCE IN QUARANTINE

COVID-19 has changed nearly every aspect of our lives—including our love lives. Especially after the complete lockdown Kuwait is witnessing these days. Here are some tips from experts on how to maintain—or even improve—your relationship while you’re quarantining apart.

1 Be solution-oriented

If you’re feeling too distant from your partner, suggest a solution that would help you feel better, like starting every morning off with a phone call.

2 Don’t hold back your emotions

With so much stressful news each day, you might feel inclined to keep things light with your partner, and not tell them if you’re feeling hurt or annoyed. But, trying to stay 100 percent positive can become its own problem. So be honest about anything that’s bothering you.

3 Don’t expect your partner to be your entire support system

In times of stress, our first instinct is often to run straight to our partner for comfort. But if your partner is overwhelmed with their own stuff, you should find resources in other places like family and friends.

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4 Write a daily email

Think about writing your partner an email every morning. Let them know about any dreams you had, or what you’re working on for the day and what your schedule is going to look like.

5 Do virtual activities together

Virtually doing the activities you love together—whether it’s taking an exercise class, sketching, cooking the same meal, or watching a movie—will help you feel closer and more a part of each other’s lives.

6 Schedule your time together

Avoid confusion and hurt feelings by touching base in the morning before your day gets started, and making a plan to catch up when you both have time.

7 Keep date night going

It can be tempting to stay in sweats all day, every day—especially since all your coworkers are doing it, too. But planning a date night the way you normally would, including getting dressed up is a must.

8 Set aside time to focus on each other every day

Set aside a time each day to concentrate on just each other, with no apps, devices, chores, or housemates to distract you. Checking in about the high and low points of each of your days, and telling your partner about the state of your body and mind.

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What is the biggest challenge you experience with your relationship with your partner during total lockdown?