They say that true love can overcome all obstacles that stand in its way. But can you say the same for a long distance relationship? I’m not so sure. However, if you think you can pull this off, you’d better be prepared for long Skype sessions.
Communication is the only thing that matters in these cases. Try to talk to each other as much as possible and use every means of communication you have to contact the other person. But also, try to understand that this may not happen as often as you’d like. There will be days when communication drops off significantly and you have to deal with it.
Trust plays a big part in the whole ‘long distance’ story. Partners in long distance relationships have to completely trust each other. Otherwise, the whole thing is meaningless.
Try to do similar things together, at the same time. For example, have your morning coffee in front of your computer and wish your loved one good morning; pick a movie together and watch it at the same time, then share your thoughts on it; play online games; read the same book and discuss it when finished; listen to your favorite music together, etc… Just use your imagination and be open to any suggestion that comes from the other side of the screen. This also includes bad things. Don’t be afraid to express your sexuality through the phone or computer screen.
Long distance relationships can also have their advantages. Seeing it from another perspective can improve your connection. I wonder how? Well, it gives you a chance to miss the other person. Therefore, they will use the time together only to express passion and love, since they will not have time to argue so much. My point is that you probably think: Why fight over trivial things, when I can use the little time we have to show him my love? Think about it. It’s not as bad as it sounds. It’s worth a try and you have nothing to lose.
In the beginning, make sure that both of you are willing to put in the effort to make this work. Long distance relationships are the hardest, especially when we all know that ‘out of sight, out of mind’ always turns out to be true.
If you are an optimist with a high tolerance (and head over heels in love, of course), then you may have an opportunity to try to keep relationships smooth at a distance.
