Making A Long Distance Relationship Work
Being miles and miles apart from your partner isn’t anyone’s ideal relationship, but you can’t help who you fall in love with! Here are some top tips on how to keep the spark alive and make your LDR work…
Mail them letters and little presents every now and then
Stay busy when they’re not around
Don’t spend all your spare time locked in your room talking to them
Send each other fun selfies during the week
Tell them you miss them
Set a date for your next visit before you leave each other again
Stay honest and open with each other
Make surprise trips every now and again
Always plan what you’re going to do on your visits BEFOREHAND so you don’t waste time
Invest in a webcam and video call often
Video call with friends and family so they can get to know each other
Learn to trust each other – beware of jealousy
Do boring, everyday things together when you visit for a bit of normality
Set a goal and talk about where the relationship is going!
Pursue common interests, even if it means pursuing them apart
Don’t listen to negative people – it’s your life
About the author…
Rachel is an Email Marketing Executive. She’s obsessed with Game of Thrones and country music. Her favourite pastime is cuddling up with her two Labradors and binge watching Netflix.