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I’ve been separated from my boyfriend since the start of the pandemic- and since then I’ve really come to think about relationships, love, and everything that comes along with this unusual festive season.
I know my relationship is not the only one to be affected by the pandemic- and whether you’re married, single, or you’re currently dating- Christmas always feels like there’s a lot of pressure to find the “perfect” relationship. But I think that Christmas is a great time to appreciate your relationship status, whatever it may be!
Check out 3 tips to make the most of your relationship this festive season.
Find Ways to Date
During the pandemic, this is certainly easier said than done! But with more places opening in the next few weeks, even if you’re in tier 2 and 3 there are some fun, festive ways to date.
You could go and see the Christmas lights in your local area, or go for a crisp, festive walk. For me, there’s something so cosy about pulling all your layers on and enjoying a walk with your loved one.
If you want a slightly warmer idea, you can also enjoy a takeaway mulled wine or pumpkin-spiced latte from your favourite café.
If you’re struggling to meet someone new, there lots of brilliant ways to meet people online, such as access to free dating sites Derbyshire and dating agency Derbyshire who help support people in their relationship journeys and meet like-minded singles.
Send a Care Package
Care packages are such lovely ways to show your partner how much you love them, and I love receiving surprise presents!
And with the festive season coming up, it’s even nicer to know your partner is looking out for you, even from afar. So if you’re in a long-distance relationship, send your partner a cute care package full of their favourite foods, or pop a card in the post to brighten up their day during these tough times.
Focus on Yourself
If you’re wanting to start a new relationship, or even if you’re looking to boost your current one, a great way to look out for your relationship is to focus on yourself.
This advice is always given to those who are single- but I think it applies whatever your relationship status! Working and focusing on yourself can never be a bad thing.
This could mean going to the gym, or even focusing on a hobby. Concentrating on yourself is a great way to understand what you need, not just in life but also from your partner.
I’ve tried to incorporate a multitude of relationship status’ here as I know that everyone’s experiences of relationships, love, and the pandemic will be slightly different! Some people are dating, and some people are perfectly happy being single.
Do you have any tips for boosting your relationship? What is your relationship status this Christmas? What’s the best way you’ve found to make the most of your relationship during the festive season?
Let me know all your thoughts in the comments below!
Happy reading x
Not-So-Modern Girl 
These are great tips! Something that is helpful for me and my boyfriend is just enjoying the small down time together, like watching tv together while I read/crochet!
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Ah that sounds lovely, I think just being in each other’s company can be enough 🙂
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Great tips! My husband and I started out as a long distance relationship, care packages would have been lovely. Now that we live together in the same country we need to remind ourselves to go out on more dates! We’ve turned into homebodies 😂
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Thank you 🙂 my boyfriend recently sent me a surprise present and it was lovely after a tough week! I’m glad you’re together now, I hope as things open more you get chance to visit places for dates x
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These are great tips – thanks so much for sharing! Loved reading this post! X
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Thank you Charley 🙂
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These are some fab ideas. Luckily I’ve been able to see my boyfriend throughout most of the year and we moved in together for this lockdown but I know how difficult it’s been for quite a lot of people I know. Thank you for sharing.
Tash – A Girl with a View
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Ah that’s fantastic, I’m so happy for you 🙂 thank you for your kind words Tash xx
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What a good post! And these are good tips. Send a care package is also one of the best ways to show love and kindness. But to me, point no.3 is the best. We really need to reflect ourselves during this pandemic season.
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Thank you 🙂 yes definitely, especially with more down time and time alone, this has been such a good time for reflection 🙂
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Thank you Thomas 🙂 it’s definitely tough with the uncertainty of being able to meet up etc.! I’m glad you’ve managed to find ways to enjoy your relationship even in the crazy times
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great tips! Thankyou for sharing, really loved this post 🙂
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Thank you Ellie 🙂 x
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These are such great tips! Thank you for sharing.
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Thank you 🙂
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I loved this! I think it’s so important to focus on yourself, especially when in a relationship as then you can bring your best self to the relationship xx
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Yes that’s so true Della 🙂 thank you! xx
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Aw yes I’m so excited to actually see my boyfriend on a regular basis in the near future 😍
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These are great tips, I love the idea of sending a care package, that’s such a cute idea! x
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My boyfriend recently sent me a box of calming teas in the post, there’s so many cute (and relatively inexpensive) ways to send a present from the comfort of your home these days 🙂 x
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These are great tips! I think making sure you spend time quality time together is the best thing for a relationship, whether it’s just an hour to sit and chat or a full blown date night!
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Yes I think so too 🙂
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great post! i think these would be great for families as well!
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Yes that’s very true 🙂
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These are some great tips. I love going for drives in the countryside with my hubby.
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That sounds lovely, where have you visited during the past few months? x
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I love the idea of care packages. When we’re really busy at work my boyfriend and I send each other ‘hanger kits’ because we know it’s not always possible to go out and buy food.
All the best, Michelle (michellesclutterbox.com)
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Aw that’s so lovely, I love that! x
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I leave little notes for my husband to find that are funny/romantic just to show him how much I love him. He’s had a really hard 2020 and he needs a boost (especially as we don’t go out because of Covid-19). I love the idea of a care package which I can do for him too — fab post!
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Aw that’s so adorable, I love that 🙂 Yes I think everyone has had a tough year- and you’re a fantastic partner for looking out for him like that!
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These are great tips! Love this post!
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Thank you 🙂
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I’m sorry you and your boyfriend have been apart during the pandemic. That must be very difficult.
These are great suggestions! I love that you mention appreciating your relationship status, whatever that is. Such good advice. Thanks for sharing your tips!
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Thank you 🙂 I agree, it’s not the best but there are definitely ways of making it easier. I’m glad you enjoyed the post x
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Not in a relationship but I found these tips really useful because of a lot of long distance friendships I’m in because I finished uni this year and we’ve gone our separate ways. Thanks for this post, it was lovely x
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Yes I think that can be a difficult part of Uni- once it’s finished, everyone goes their separate ways whether romantic or friends 🙂 Thank you x
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These are great tips!! 🙂 Thank you
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Thank you for your thoughts 🙂
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I agree 🙂 that’s lovely, I think coming up with new and fun date ideas is a great idea x
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Thank you! I really think that sounds great, having some time to yourself is so important 🙂
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These are such great tips! Thanks so much for sharing them!
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Thank you 🙂
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I think so, having regular time to be romantic and date can be so important even if you do live together!
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Great post! I think my relationship status is now “married and looking to date” 😅 Dating during lockdown definitely died down after the first few months of always being together!
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Haha, it’s always good to come up with inventive places to go when you’re stuck inside 🙂
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I like the item focus and improve yourself. This is a great point for every one who want to boost their relationship.
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