How to Build Trust in Long Distance Relationship
Dating in itself can be difficult. Long distance dating adds a whole new element to the mix. The use of Internet dating has made long distance relationships explode. Now, millions of couples join together in cyber space even when they live hundreds of miles away from each other. Trust is one of the main factors in a long distance relationship. When your significant other is too far away to know exactly what you are doing, trust comes into play. If your sweetie trusts you enough, you have no problems. If, however, you have done something in the past that warrants distrust, you must take certain steps to rebuild your long distance relationship trust.
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Set a regular time to call your significant other and stick to it. Most couples need to talk each day. Each day, you and your partner could alternate phone calls. For instance, you could set up a call schedule to call him/her every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:30 p.m.
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Tell them detailed stories about your day. When your boyfriend isn't around to be with you every day, he will want to know what you do when you get up and when you go to bed. Describe your office building, appartment, and drive to work. All details help draw a mental picture.
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Include names of friends and coworkers involved in your life. Be completely open and honest with your girlfriend. If you are friends with another woman, include that woman's name in stories, even if you are worried about how it sounds. The more honest you are, the more likely she will be to trust you.
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Text message, email, or call at random, unassigned times once or twice a week. This lets them know you are thinking of them when you aren't away. This helps distrust melt away.
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Invite your significant other to visit you for a weekend. Spend most of the time together since face to face time is limited. Spend a portion of the time, however, introducing her to all of your friends and coworkers you speak about each day. Putting a name to the face tends to erase suspicion.
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Tips & Warnings
It is extremely important to always keep contact with a long distance boyfriend or girlfriend. Distance becomes much longer if days go by without a word.
Don't cheat on your significant other even if you think things are ending. Long distance may make it easier to be unfaithful, but it speaks volumes of your integrity. If you think things aren't working, break up with your girlfriend/boyfriend before you start seeing someone else.
