Every time we talk about long distance relationships, people are often found struggling to find an answer to the question- will it survive? And along with this a lot of other common questions keep bothering every couple who believes their lives will take a turn while having long distance relationships.
Maintaining long distance relationships is not everyone’s cup of tea. We’re not trying to scare you or make you emotional but trying to make you comfortable with the fact that not everything remains the same.Things tend to change and will change between couples as not only the distance increases but the communication gap too. More efforts are required from both the partners. In case any one person is in a different country not only the time zone but also a lot of other factors affect the relationship.
BUT, ultimately it’s your dedication and love towards your partner that make your relationship successful. No amount of distance, communication gap or fights can break your relationship if the foundation is strong. Every fight, every temporary break up, every emotional or mental breakdown will be worth it in the end.
The only thing that makes the couple grow apart is lack of trust. Your whole relationship depends on it. One pro tip: don’t let your insecurities ruin your relationship.
Here are a few things that you should keep in mind to maintain that healthy relationship of yours! 😉
1. Communication– It goes without saying that no matter how busy a person is, if they care for you they’ll find some time from their busy schedule to check on you. Try to at least talk once a day and ask how your partner spent their whole day. Pay special attention and see if they missed you, LOL!
2. Gifts or cards– Keep pampering your loved ones with those hand made cards you made or writing letters. Not that we’re saying the gifts should be materialistic but any small gift tells that you think and care for them. Nothing screams love more than your handwritten letters. Bonus tip- Be an old school and you’ll never fail! That’s our promise.
3. Rendezvous– Try to take out some time to meet them every few weeks/months (depending on how far you live). This small rendezvous freshens up your love.
4. No scope of insecurities– There shouldn’t be any scope of doubts or misunderstandings between you both. Trust your partner. But don’t always ignore what your gut instincts tell you. Chances are they’re right!
5. Opportunity– Once you start seeing long distance as an opportunity, you will understand that this will bound both of you together even stronger. “If you want to live together, you first need to learn how to live apart.”
6. Minimum Expectations– As they say expectations lead to disappointments and we 100% believe it! Set your expectations and don’t expect too much.
7. No secrets– We believe that one should have some space in their relationship and that every person has secrets that they cannot share. But try to avoid situations where you have to hide stuff from your partner that might displease him/her. Not a good sign!
8. Dreams– There’s a life and a goal of your life. Don’t ever forget that. Have a goal and try to achieve it. This will help in staying focussed and won’t let your mind wander around thinking your partner might be cheating on you (pun intended ;))
9. Family– There’s nothing greater than your family. Find some time to spend this time with your family. Healthy discussions with family will keep you from overthinking and your world shouldn’t revolve around your partner only!
10. Stay positive– Last but most important to understand. In order to maintain a healthy relationship you have to be sane and calm. It’s natural to lose your calm but not good to stay like that for longer. Keep yourself calm and composed. Do regular exercise and meditate to stay positive.
