Healthy
Relationships
Healthy relationships take work.
OurRelationship® is a flexible, interactive program for military couples that allows you and your partner to work through relationship challenges together through evidence-based online activities, with or without a coach. You can complete these activities on your own schedule, using your phone, computer or tablet, and have brief, weekly calls with a program coach at times that works for you — even if you’re deployed or long distance. OurRelationship® is tailored for active-duty, Guard and reserve couples, and is part of a full range of relationship support services offered through the Defense Department’s Military OneSource program.
love is respect is the national resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence by empowering young people through inclusive and equitable education, support, and resources.
Love Every Day is a fun and interactive way that helps you develop and practice good relationship communication in only a few minutes each day. You get personalized text messages for 21 days to help foster a renewed sense of connection. By making intimate communication a consistent part of your daily routine, you and your partner learn to apply the skills in everyday life.
In a five-part Relationship Real Talk series, psychologist Dr. Kelly Blasko with the Defense Health Agency, and Kelly Smith, LCSW, from Military Community Support Programs, discuss four conflict styles that can hinder healthy communication in a relationship. These behaviors can cause lasting harm and drive couples apart. Dr. Blasko, a counseling psychologist who has Level 1 and 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, uses this highly regarded model in her clinical work. In this series, she offers relationship support to help you recognize and manage your reactions, improve your communication skills and bring you closer as a couple.
FAP helps Service Members and Families recognize and meet the unique challenges of military lifestyles. Services include seminars, workshops, counseling, and intervention to help strengthen Families, enhance resiliency and relationship skills, and improve quality of life.
To see the current class schedule, click the above link and scroll down. You can also call at 301-677-4118
Relationships are critical to overall wellness, whether you’re single, casually dating or married with children. The connections you have and even the way you feel about yourself can affect day-to-day life, work, readiness and resilience.
But everybody has relationship challenges at times. Military life in particular can be tough on couples and single service members alike. That’s why it’s important to reach out for help when you need it. And there is plenty of support available for the military community.
Breakup & Divorce
Experiencing a breakup or divorce is hard. Whether you are looking for resources and support for yourself or a friend, the below info can help.
Going through a Breakup or Divorce
Ending a relationship can be painful, even when both partners know it’s for the best. You may struggle with feelings of sadness, confusion, loneliness and even anger. These feelings are normal and may pass with time. Learn how to cope with a breakup by taking care of yourself, being honest about your needs and looking ahead.
How to Help a Friend Going Through a Breakup or Divorce
When a friend is experiencing a breakup or divorce, it can be difficult to know what to say. You don't want to overstep, you're not sure what would be helpful, or you may just feel uncomfortable talking about feelings. Here are five ways to get you started:
- Reassure your friend that what they’re feeling is normal. Ask them what kind of support they need. If they are open to receiving it, share your own experience with getting over a breakup and what you found helpful in getting your life back on track.
- Let your friend know you’re thinking of them. This can be anything from quick check-in texts or calls to handwritten notes or cards. Reaching out will let your loved one know that you care about them and are there if they need to talk.
- Be on the lookout for unhealthy coping behaviors. It’s easiest to fall into harmful habits during tough times, like a breakup.
- Encourage your friend to practice self-care. Physical activity and a healthy diet can help improve mood. Nurturing their own needs can help your service member reconnect with themselves and focus on their own happiness.
- Help your friend focus on their well-being. Ending a relationship means going from “we” to “me.” This can be painful, but it can also open them to new experiences and opportunities for self-discovery. Talk with your friend about their hopes for the future. Encourage them to set a goal or two and discuss ways they might reach them.
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