People have an opinion about everything and everyone these days. Many parents raised their children to think before they speak. Respect was a common rule to follow in a majority of households. And many parents repeated the phrase, “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.”
It’s 2023 and opinions are stronger than they ever have been. Plus, the digital age has led opinions to spread faster than wildfire. People will post their opinions across their social media. Friends, family, and even complete and utter strangers will chime in. Some of these posts, videos, or captions go viral within minutes or even seconds.
It can be hard to go against what’s considered the norm in today’s world. You know that you can’t make everyone happy, but you also don’t want to be the reason for hate. It’s hard to tune the world out, especially when you’re just trying to live your life and make yourself happy.
Here’s how to tune out the rest of the world when you are a multicultural couple.
Stand Together
It’s you and your partner against the world. Although this shouldn’t be the case, having this approach can help you maintain faith in your own relationship. When it feels like the entire world is out to get you, lean on one another for support and reassurance. You and your partner both found one another, care deeply about each other, and love the relationship and life that you’ve built together. When you stand together as one, no one will be able to tear you apart.
Lean on Loved Ones
If you’re struggling with any backlash, lean on your loved ones for additional support and guidance. Your friends and family as well as your partner’s friends and family are there for both you and your partner. Let them help you through the good times as well as the bad times. Plan get-togethers with your loved ones in the comfort of your own home, at their homes, or going out as a group together so that you and your partner feel safer and more secure. Asking for a little help and guidance is never a bad thing. Just like you want what’s best for your loved ones, your loved ones want what’s best for you and your partner too. Let them help you navigate any negative times in your life.
Practice Self-Care
You can’t possibly make everyone happy. If you try, you’ll only be sacrificing your own wants and needs. Try to focus on your own mental health and wellness. Once you feel like your glass is full, then you can start to check on your partner and give a little to fill their cup. Don’t let the opinions of others, especially complete strangers get in your head or prevent you from doing the things you love or being with the people you love.
Go to Therapy
If you and your partner are having a difficult time tuning the world out, it may be time to reach out for additional support. Working with a therapist, especially one with the right training and background, can help you and your partner navigate any difficult times together in the most effective way. You don’t want to let the opinions of others cause negativity in your relationship. No matter how much you love your partner, this can be easier said than done.
Therapy can be a great way to get you and your partner on the same page. A therapist can work with you to help you implement healthy coping mechanisms when you and your partner are faced with negativity.
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