Can Long Distance Relationships Work?
For many couples it is difficult, but for others it is truly impossible. Love and distance are two concepts that almost never hold hands. The fact is, when starting a relationship with someone, there must always be some physical attraction, the need to be with a person, touch them, feel them and hug them. However , if one of the two partners has to leave for work or personal reasons, one way or another the relationship is bound to change and must adapt to the new circumstances; otherwise, it can only end.
And you? Have you just been apart from your partner for quite a long time, but do you think you can continue to stand up for your love? Perfect. Today we give you some tips that can help you keep your relationship alive despite the distance.
Return is necessary
In part, it is normal for a person to be forced to move for professional or personal reasons. However, the departure must have an “expiration date”. It doesn’t matter if it’s a month or a year, but the couple must aim to reconnect once that time has elapsed. In this way, you will know that the time will come when you will recover the passion and lost time.
If, on the other hand, distance is a definitive condition, the couple’s relationship probably won’t have much future. The only way not to let him die is to move in together and start a new life in another place. If both members of the couple, however, are forced to live apart permanently, sooner or later the flame of love will go out.
Don’t be overwhelmed by sadness or a sense of abandonment
Once you have made the decision to continue the relationship despite the distance, there are no other options left but to accept the situation. When you separate from your partner, therefore , try as much as possible to take advantage of that time to dedicate it to yourself, to socialize with other people in addition to your partner and to carry out those activities that, for one reason or another, you could not do in pairs.
This way you will not become emotionally dependent and, when he or she comes back to you, you will be able to enjoy the reunion in a healthier and more intense way. First of all you have to be patient, and adapt to the new situation as soon as possible.
Despite the distance, there must be communication
The separation itself does not imply that you have to stop talking to each other. However, it is normal for there to be less contact and, for this very reason, it is very important to establish some sort of routine in your communication (for example, always feeling at the end of the day). Also tell yourself about the problems and concerns you have had, in this way you will be able to ensure that the relationship does not cool down and does not fall into oblivion.
Likewise , it’s also important to be honest and talk about what’s bothering you in the relationship with your partner. The distance, in fact, can cause even the smallest problem to trigger a spark that could cause your relationship to collapse; but with the help of the internet, social networks, Skype calls, etc. you can keep in touch with the people you love.
Finally, above all try to always see the positive side of this new situation. Who knows, maybe having faced the distance and finding each other will cause your relationship to become much more solid . Don’t you think?
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