In today’s episode of life and love with the lewises we are going to discuss how quarantine has effected marriages and us personally. We will also share some creative ideas on how to make this time a bit more enjoyable as a couple.
Here is a link to the new york times article we referenced:
https://www.nytimes. com/2020/03/30/opinion/coronavirus-isolation-relationships.html
How has Quarantine impacted marriages, relationships
- Dealing with long-standing issues
- Renewed love, getting to know that person again
- Awkward moments, dealing with stress, depression, abusive relationships
- Spending more time together, possibly too much time
- Loss of jobs, money, the use of money
- Children at home, Working from home, one spouse with an essential job.
- Date nights
How to make quarantine more meaningful as a couple:
- Talk
- Dance party
- Wine & Movie night
- Cooking together
- Planning together: Business Planning, Budgeting, Parenting.
- Date night (digital with friends) : candle lite dinners, picnics, walking, biking together
- Game night, Working out together
- Spa nights
- Gardening
- Learning a new skill: Taking online courses together
Tips for staying sane alone
- Make time for yourself by journaling
- Wake up early before ever to be alone to pray, meditate have your tea alone
