Supportive relationships help fight stress: How to be a loving partner
Need another reason to cuddle with your sweetie on Valentine’s Day?
A shows that supportive relationships help fight stress.
According to Wake Forest communications professor Jennifer Priem, supporting your mate can improve his or her mood and reduce stress levels.
between mates can ease tension and reduce the production of cortisol, the stress hormone.
Here are the best ways to show your partner support:
Acknowledge that he or she is feeling stressed or troubled.
Listen and ask questions, make eye contact and make sure to touch your mate.
Don’t try to immediately fix a problem. Most people who are upset want emotional support and someone to listen to them.
Don’t offer advice unless asked for it.
Ask your mate what he or she needs.
Not everyone receives love and encouragement the same way.