With more and more people vacationing abroad and traveling or moving abroad for work, it is much more likely to find true love in a far away country. While a long-distance relationship may not be to everyone’s liking, couples who endure distance and separation talk about the physical distance that brings them closer and strengthens their relationship. But how do they make it work? Fortunately, technology has made it easier to become romantically involved with someone on the other side of the world. The next time you meet someone abroad, don’t shrug it off and take the opportunity to be together, even if it means less physical contact.
A common concern for people embarking on a long-distance relationship is exactly that: a lack of physical contact. To clarify, we’re not just talking about the bedroom department, but rather the feeling of being with someone, holding hands and cuddling, exchanging kisses, essentially just having the freedom to do it whenever and wherever you want. What you need to think about to banish these worries is the surge of emotions that you will experience the next time you are able to spend time with your loved one. If physical contact is something everyday, it becomes less significant and almost routine. Experiencing this less frequently leads to a higher level of excitement, a feeling many people in long-distance relationships sing praises for.
Fear of boredom is another scapegoat. Those who are used to having someone by their side feel that they are doing something valuable with their time, even if it is lying on the sofa curled up with their partner. It’s great to spend time together, go out to eat and other adventures, but the thing to remember is that that’s what friends are for, too. Couples rarely think about how much time they are spending with each other and if they might be neglecting their friends. So don’t stay home sulking over your distant lover, keep living your life. It is important not to feel jealous of each other if one or the other has a more active social life. Just find the balance between the evenings you spend with friends and the ones you spend with your other half chatting online or on the phone.
In order not to lose the spark of your life, consider small challenges. Arrange to set aside a certain amount of money each month for your travel fund. This small gesture could mean that they can afford to see each other more often. While it probably seems easier to just visit, why not meet halfway or somewhere more exotic? Being on vacation in a foreign place will make your meeting the most memorable and emotional as you live new experiences together.
While the Internet is there to help you bridge the gap every day, remember the more traditional method of keeping in touch is posting. Express yourself on paper and send a heartfelt letter to your partner, or better yet, use a parcel service to deliver a box of treats, photos, or other small gifts.
You see, long distance relationships can last. When you feel down about it, think of all those who make it work when half of it is at war. That’s inspiring romance in its purest form!
