How to Survive a Long Distance Relationship

Long distance relationship (LDR) is never an easy task to do. It is quite challenging to keep a long distance relationship given many temptation nowadays.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Trust
• Refuse temptation
• Communication
• Together-time

1. Communication is foremost important in keeping a long distance relationship. There are many cheap ways to communicate given the sophisticated technology. For example, IP phone, online chatting, emails, web cam, etc. You need to learn how to express your feeling so that the other party will know how you feel.

2. Tip No.2 for Long Distance Relationship: Trust each other. Without trust, there might be misunderstanding and jealousy. Word of caution, don't miss use the trust of your partner.

3. Say NO to Temptation. Don't ever give yourself any chance to temptation. Be strong! And engage yourself in healthy activities such as exercising, reading, and so forth. This would help sustain the long distance relationship.

4. Commitment. Without commitment, no things will work out.

5. Have planning to meet each other whenever possible. Plan your holidays so that both of you can meet together.

[eve2009]

on 8/6/2009 The only way to survive an LDR is to not get into one.

[texasparky]

on 2/19/2009 Another tip: Don't do double "longs". For instance, a long-term long-distance is no good! Good read. I give it a 5-star rating.

[mariamystar33]

on 2/16/2009 LDR ARE really hard, but these are some great tips! 5*

[ala003]

on 2/14/2009 Awesome Article! Its filled with a lot of information that I will definitely keep in mind!

[jenkinr]

on 2/10/2009 You're right, long distance relationships are challenging and requires a lot of commitment. I've been there and done that. Great article......5*