Writings & Resources
How will our relationship survive this quarantine?
The old joke goes, “I married him for better or worse, but not for breakfast, lunch and dinner.” Perhaps you’ve noticed stress on your relationship or marriage as the prolonged quarantine goes on - you aren’t alone.
Under this extended period of isolation, support agencies and attorneys are reporting a surge in calls about both divorces and domestic violence. Many couples are struggling to manage the stress of this quarantine…. this time is taking a toll on even the healthiest of relationships, even more on those that are already stressed or shaky.
So how can you protect your relationship, and your sanity, while in “lockdown” with a partner?
What does resilience look like during a quarantine?
Resiliency - it looks different on everyone. We are all feeling the fatigue of the prolonged stress of the COVID pandemic. Social isolation, uncertainty about the future, masking, loss of our routines and joys. It is exhausting. Trying to be “resilient” during this time can feel uneven. Give yourself some compassion.