A healthy relationship often ends in a break up simply because of actual physical distance. It is indeed difficult being physically separated but couples in long distance relations are continuously haunted by the huge distance between them. Sometimes they are in different states or in different countries and they are completely deprived of each other’s love, affection and care.
But true love can make us do impossible things. Love is said to make one swim seven seas, move mountains, grab stars… love we know has built and destroyed empires, true love can remove all obstacles. Therefore long distance should never be an obstacle in the path of true love. Love can easily conquer all distance.
If you are currently engaged in a long distance relationship, then here are some things you have to proactively undertake in order to make it work. Indeed, a long distance relationship CAN work, and love can never be held by boundaries.
Trust is the key to a healthy and lasting relationship. You have to believe in your partner. Trust becomes doubly important when she or he is far away. Don’t spend sleepless nights mistrusting your partner and thinking of betrayal. Instead have faith in the mutual love you share. Trust is the foundation of any relationship.
Honesty undeniably is the best policy and honesty begins with you. Share all the events of your day with your partner. Tell her or him about your thoughts and ideas about certain matters. You should neither embellish your stories nor leave out important details. Things may not be pleasant all the time but in case of a relationship ignorance is not bliss. It is your partner’s right to know, and if you are candid about your life expect the same from your partner. Honesty always begets honesty.
Communication is one of the greatest ways to keep your relation alive. A decade ago, long distance relationships suffered because of the dearth of communication channels. Snail mails and expensive phone calls were the only ways couples could communicate. Thanks to technology, communication is not only instantaneous but also cheaper. Apart from exchanging emails regularly couples can also chat in real time through the internet. Also, voice and video correspondence has been made possible by the same technology. And if these aren’t enough, long distance couples can also resort to their mobile phones. Most telecommunication providers offer SMS or text messaging, which is quite an affordable way of keeping in touch with a loved on who is far away.
Setting an actual date for your meeting would make the relationship a lot easier. The major solace in a long distance relationship is that it won’t last forever. One of them has to move and join the other. Set a specific date for such an occasion. Make this your goal. This would give you something to look forward to and help you to cope with your loneliness.
Do something special for each other. Distance should not be an impediment to express your emotions to your partner. There are numerous ways of conveying your feelings to your partner. Send a video or an audio that your partner can listen to when she or he is lonely. You could also send a shirt or any special item that will remind her or him of you everytime. Write letters regularly so that she or he can read it before going to bed.
It is very easy to succeed in long distance relations. If your love is true and your heart is in the right place nothing could make it fail.