When two people are in a romantic relationship, it's essential to keep that connection alive even when they're apart.
When one partner is deployed for an extended period, it can be challenging to maintain intimacy and trust. There are several strategies that couples can implement to ensure their relationship stays strong despite being physically distant from each other.
One strategy is to make regular video calls and share updates about your day-to-day lives. This allows you to stay connected emotionally and keeps you updated on what's happening back home while also giving them a glimpse into your life. If possible, set aside time every week where you both call at the same time so that you can have uninterrupted conversation without interruption. Another option is sending thoughtful messages throughout the day through text messaging or emailing each other photos or videos of yourself doing things together like eating dinner or watching TV. It may seem silly but these little moments go a long way in keeping communication open between partners who may feel disconnected due to distance.
Another tip is to plan activities together during deployment periods such as movie nights or virtual game nights via video chat so that there's always something special going on when they come back home. This helps create excitement around reunion times which will build anticipation until then!
If possible try incorporating some new traditions with each other such as exchanging cards/letters once a month with inside jokes or stories about how much fun it was being away from each other; this will help bridge any feelings of loneliness while also creating memories worth holding onto later down the line.
Don't forget about physical touch – even though you can't physically be together right now, there are still ways to express love through words or acts of kindness like buying them flowers or surprising them with small presents every now & then (like handwritten notes). These show that despite being apart for an extended period, love still exists between two people deeply committed to one another regardless of circumstance.
What strategies help maintain intimacy and trust when communication is disrupted during deployments?
In military families, communication breakdown can occur due to prolonged separation between spouses/partners. This can cause feelings of isolation, anxiety, frustration, sadness, and other negative emotions that strain relationships and diminish intimacy and trust. To prevent this from happening, couples must actively work towards building and maintaining healthy lines of communication even while apart.