How To Make A Long-distance Relationship Work!

Relationships are hard, but long-distance ones are the worst because they often don’t work out. Sure, they can be loving, intense and even passionate,but when the going gets tough, the relationship can’t be properly tested because you’re not physically together. Developing a romantic connection,especially if you’re in it for the long haul, requires plenty of commitment and, above all, action—two foundations that are hard to implement in an LDR. But while being apart is challenging, there are some LDRs that grow and thrive.

- Shihaam Hassanali

Couples choosing to turn to long-distance – whether for jobs, education or family obligations – have their work cut out for them. There’s time zones to be reckoned with, high phone bills to pay and a loneliness that’s always present when your Significant Other is not with you. So, how do you get past all the trials and emerge victorious on the other side? Here are a few ways you and your partner can survive a long-distance relationship.

PRIORITISE EACH OTHER AND UNDERSTAND EACH OTHER’S GOALS

To make sure you don’t question each other’s intentions, you must have a clear idea of both your romantic and professional goals. Not only will this give your relationship the best chance of survival, but you’ll also know, without a doubt, that you share similar outlooks on love and life. It is vital that both of you place significant importance on your relationship and put each other first. Effort is necessary to make sure things work out, so positioning your beau above other social commitments will lead to mutual understanding, respect and almost no resentment. For a long distance relationship to succeed, you need to have a keen sense of assurance and security, and making sure your partner knows he comes first will ease some of the tension.

KEEP COMMUNICATION LINES OPEN