tip1 KNOW THAT THE SEPARATION IS TEMPORARY No matter how long you and your loved one have to be apart, it is super helpful to remind yourself of the temporary nature of the separation. It. Will. End. This can be easier to deal with if you're faced with a shorter period of time apart, but if you've got a lengthy separation ahead, try breaking it down into smaller increments to help you manage better. Can you get through a week? Then another week? I bet you can!