CONNECTION IN RELATIONSHIPS

ALWAYS MAKE TIME TO TALK TO YOUR PARTNER

In this day and age, we are more 'connected', yet report more loneliness and isolation than ever before.

Feeling vulnerable in a relationship can then lead to disconnecting from your partner.

The most common issues that arise in relationships that can impact our connection are sex, money, communication, addiction, and work/life balance.

Here are some simple strategies to keep connected and in a loving relationship:

Community

Studies have found that being part of a community is a protective factor in relationships. Communities can help us get through tough times and provide support, encouragement and wisdom to overcome areas in our life where we are struggling.

Seeking help before problems arise

The beauty of people is that we are all different but our differences, when in relationships, can sometimes become an issue. Understanding the differences in each other and establishing support to address the potential problems is an important step in any relationship. If we do not address these issues, they can become a much larger problem than need be. The danger of thinking "We can figure this out on our own" creates an unhealthy reliance on our partner and can leave us feeling isolated in the problem.

Create activities that create connection

I see many disconnected couples that have forgotten how and why they enjoy spending time together. In a world full of distractions such as social media and technology, we have simply forgotten how to turn it all off and enjoy eating dinner together and discussing our day. Think about those areas of your relationship where you can create more activities that are focused on spending quality time together and implement them daily.