Secrets to a Successful Long Distance Relationship
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
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Long distance relationships can be very, very difficult and often times they don’t end up working out or the people can’t handle the distance and someone ends u moving. Although, they can be difficult there are some ways to make your long distance relationship as successful as possible. Here are some things to remember when it comes to your next long distance relationship.
Communication is key in any relationship but it is really necessary for a long distance relationship to work. You must establish some sort of guidelines and expectations early in the relationship. If you want an exclusive relationship were you don’t date other people, then you must establish that or the person may never what your expectations are. You must also be able to tell the person how you feel on a regular basis. With a long distance relationship you can’t simply see the person when you want and give them a big old hug and kiss, instead you need to make sure that you are expressing your feelings so they know how you feel, both bad and good.
Another thing to remember with long distance relationships is that your partner doesn’t get to be involved in your day to day activities. They aren’t the person that gets to see you every day. Many times this is where jealousy comes from in this type of relationship. They may easily get jealous of any other person of the opposite sex that gets to see you or spend some time with you on a regular basis, even if this person is just simply a co-worker or a friend. Be sure to talk to your partner every day or as often as you can. Involve them in the simple things that you do during the day such as telling them about how work went or telling them about your shopping trip or workout session. When they know what your day is like and what exactly is going on in your life, they don’t seem so far away.
Lastly, you need to try to stay as positive as possible. If you are constantly negative that it’s not going to work out, then you may just secretly sabotage your relationship and you may not even know it. Keep the faith and encourage your partner to do the same. A simple thing like a countdown to when you can see each other is a great way to draw excitement into your relationship. When you do get to actually see each other and spend time together, be sure that you make the most out of it. Don’t spend time fighting over petty things. Plan fun things to do and make time in your schedule for to accommodate spending as much time as possible with your significant other.
Most people know when they get into a long distance relationship it is not going to be easy, but if you stay positive and are truly dedicated to the relationship, it is possible to have a successful long distance relationship.
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Been there, did that. It’s hard enough living hear each other, but long distance is almost always a no win. I wonder what the odds are of being a success?
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Fully agree with your post. Only Communication is the way in long distance relationship. Nowadays with the help of internet, its easy. And also call rates very cheap. You can talk more and understand your partners liking disliking..
These type of relationships are not easy to maintain. They require a strong commitment from both sides to make it work properly.
I have this work and not work. It really all depends on the type of person you are having the relationship with.
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It depends on the person you are trying to have the LD relationship with . Hopefully they are great conversationalists.
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It is hard for a long distant relationship to last but if you are able to talk on the phone and not make the separations very long it is possible. It made my relationship stronger because we learned to talk better.
It seems like I’ve observed many people (especially women) tend to get jealous when they see two people who seem to be true/lifelong friends. What do you think.Please suggest me some tips to rid out this.
Most of the time long distance relationship failed due to lac of conversation.Both not able to understand one another very well get depart.
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A simple thing like a countdown to when you can see each other is a great way to draw excitement into your relationship. When you do get to actually see each other and spend time together, be sure that you make the most out of it. Don’t spend time fighting over petty things. Plan fun things to do and make time in your schedule for to accommodate spending as much time as possible with your significant other.
Awesome tips. I am recently in a long distant relationship and it is hard. These tips will help.