The pandemic for many couples has been a stressful experience that can destabilize the best of relationships. It can also make it more difficult to empathize with each other. Amidst the severity and concerns of the pandemic, self-care is still a pivotal thing that every couple needs to engage in.

Some ways that you can engage in self –care in a pandemic

• Is to first be aware of what is going on, the impact that the pandemic has and can cause on your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual self.
• Try to discuss new ways of living, parenting, working and finding sometime for yourself.
• When you have an awareness , you will be able to set some boundaries for yourself, and make and effort to take care of all aspect of your self through such a difficult time. Ask for help when needed
• Engage in journaling , or just write something lovely about each day.
• Find joy in the midst of the trying time
• If you’re finding yourself being irritable over little things , share this with your partner and express how you are feeling.
• Avoid being hard on yourself
• Be calm and enjoy life
• Be empathetic and compassionate  on yourself
• Remember to share the love and engage in intimacy.
• Maintain a daily, weekly self-care routine( Its about what works for you)
• Develop simple hobbies and fun activities ,and do them
• Remember your faith and engage in reading the words and pray
• Make an effort to get enough rest for the mind and body
• Self-care is an essential ingredient all through life but especially during a pandemic, so take it easy on yourself.
• Reflection: What do you think about developing a self-care plan as ways to cope during the pandemic?
• Prayer: Dear Lord, thank you for being with every couple and their family during the pandemic . Its a tough time dear Father, Many have lost their loved ones during this time which has impacted their lives in so many ways. I pray for strength, courage, and hope as couples take some time to cater to their personal needs in Jesus Name I pray Amen.