Surviving a long distance relationship can be possible, despite what people may tell you. If you are looking for ways to make your romance flourish even as you and your loved one are far apart, it may be easier than you think. Whether you're a college student who's just moved away from your beau or a military spouse waiting for your love's tour of duty to end, just remember that it's the little things that count.
Communication
As with any relationship, communication is a vital aspect of making it work long distance. Phone calls are necessary and should be made at least once a day. Staying in touch will be the only way for the relationship to survive. Do things together on the phone: watch a TV show or a movie and enjoy the time together without actually being next to one another. Read the same book at the same time and talk about it. Doing these things will ensure that you still have things in common even if you are living separate lives. New technologies make it even easier to see each other too. Skype and Web cams allow you to chat with your loved one and actually see him in real time. Making use of these will make the distance seem more tolerable.
Trust
Trusting your partner is another key to success for long distance relationships. If you feel you can't trust your boyfriend then you probably shouldn't be in the relationship, as you're only going to drive yourself crazy. Not trusting him will also lead to you trying to control him, which will be impossible from far away and will only drive him away from you. Letting him know you have your own life even though he's gone and that he should be doing the same will make you two have more to talk about and could make your bond stronger.
The Little Things
Sending gifts, letters or texts throughout the day just to say "I'm thinking of you" will do wonders for your long distance relationship. Set your alarms to go off at the same time so that every day at that time you will be thinking about each other. Doing these little things are going to keep you close and on the same page. Talk about your future together and make time to visit one another. If you have the want and the will to be with this person then you can make a long distance relationship work for you.
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