Relationships, in general, are a lot of work. It’s no longer just about you, but about “us.” Relationships are wonderful though, because you can become very close with the other person, and make a best friend, possibly for life. For some people, a long distance relationship (LDR) just seems impossible; you barely see the other person, people doubt your relationship, and you don’t have regular sex. I’ve been in a LDR for over two years now, and here are some tips I have for how to keep the love alive.
Phone Dates
Weekly phone or Skype dates are a great way to recap what’s been going on in your lives. Phone calls are easy because you can talk on-the-go, and Skype is great to see the other person! Phone calls are also great during parts of your weeks when you’re the busiest, just to say a quick hello and remind them that you’re thinking of them.
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Send Reminders of Your Love
Sending letters or care packages are a great way to show the other person that you’re thinking about them! Regardless of how often you call, everyone loves getting mail! Write letters to practice your love-letter-writing skills, and draw goofy doodles. They’ll appreciate the gesture no matter what’s written inside. Sending care packages are great too, like flowers, chocolate, or a small gift, just to show you’re thinking of them!
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Watch Movies/TV “Together”
This seems a little silly, but if there’s a movie or TV Series online that you’ve both really wanted to see, but you can’t physically watch it together because of the distance, you can still watch it “together.” By that, I mean, you both play the movie or TV show at the same time on your laptops, and talk on the phone or text each other during it. You can laugh at funny lines, and “aww” during the sappy scenes. Plus, you can talk about the movie afterwards, now that you’ve both seen it!
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Sex Toys
Sex is a big part of any relationship. Not all relationships are open, so for those that aren’t, sex toys become very helpful to satisfy any of your needs. Buying a personal massager can be great to use on your own, during phone sex, and real sex. Some toys can be pricey, but there are many within a reasonable budget, for whatever your taste may be.
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Be Honest
It’s important in every relationship to be honest with yourself and with the other person, but I find this to be especially true in LDR. If you’re not happy with the other person while you’re apart, it’s important to express that. Being happy is so important in a relationship. So make sure you’re always honest with yourself and the other person, never hesitating to let them know how you are really feeling.
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