February 4, 2021
Over the past year, life has changed a lot, and things we used to take for granted have become uncertain. Couples are also facing more stress in their relationships, whether they’ve been forced apart by travel restrictions or are spending more time together because of stay-at-home orders. Either way, these stressors have created tension in many romantic relationships, but they also bring new opportunities to deepen emotional connections.
Ideas for having a romantic Valentine’s Day during the pandemic.
In the age of social media, handwritten letters are becoming a lost art. Chances are, your partner would love to receive an authentic, heartfelt note sharing your feelings and the reasons you love them.
You may not be as skilled as a high-end restaurant chef, but trying to make a fancy meal together can be a very romantic experience – no matter how the food turns out.
Candles, a bubble bath, and a foot massage. Feel the stress melt away as you relax with the person you love.
Has your DVR backlog been building up? Haven’t started the new season on Netflix yet? Now is the perfect time to put on some pj’s and have a relaxing night in enjoying your shows with your partner.
Candles, a bubble bath, and a foot massage. Feel the stress melt away as you relax with the person you love.
Break out your old board games and have fun as you play and reminisce about old times.
Make an effort to show your partner how much you like having them around. Little things, like saying thank you, doing the dishes, or even letting your partner pick what to watch, are easy ways to show how much you care.
What’s your love language? Some of us show our love with actions. Other people give gifts. By taking a love test with your partner, you can see what makes each of you feel loved and learn how to better communicate your affection.
No chores today! Get a massage! Plan a weekend getaway! The possibilities are endless when you make a “coupon book” with fun and romantic favors your significant other can redeem throughout the year.
Gifts don’t have to cost a lot of money. Putting together pictures of your favorite vacations, date nights, and time spent with friends can be a heartfelt and memorable keepsake that’s fun to share.
Online therapy can help your love life.
If you’re experiencing relationship troubles, you’re not alone, and talking to a therapist can help. Remember, millions of people turn to talk therapy every year to reduce stress, communicate feelings, and feel more empowered.
There are many good reasons to consider therapy as an option, and it’s a proven method of treatingstress and managing relationships. Therapy may also be covered by your health plan – use the MDLIVE app to check before scheduling a visit.
If you’re one of the many people facing relationship difficulties, MDLIVE also offers family therapy sessions in which you and your significant other can speak with a therapist who specializes in relationship issues.*
MDLIVE licensed therapists can support you:
• BUILD AWARENESS.
MDLIVE therapy is not only for discussing your problems. With talk therapy sessions, you’ll also build awareness of your thoughts and behaviors so that you can improve your life.
• LEARN COPING STRATEGIES.
MDLIVE therapists will work with you and provide tasks between sessions designed to help you learn and practice coping strategies.
• DEVELOP A LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP.
MDLIVE therapist appointments are widely available and work around your schedule so you can build a long-term relationship with your therapist and work through the areas that are troubling you.
*Must be in the same room using the same audio or video connection. Not all MDLIVE therapists offer family therapy.
Check with your insurance provider to determine if family therapy is covered.
