How to Keep a Long Distance Relationship Strong

A long distance relationship or LDR is an intimate relationship that takes place when the partners are separated by a considerable distance. With the help of this eHow, you will be able to sustain a Long Distance Relationship

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Internet
• Web Cam
• Instant Messenger
• Email
• Cell Phone

1. In order for a Long Distance Relationship to work you must have a true interest and emotional connection as well as a physical attraction with each other.

2. The most important thing in a Long Distance Relationship is to be honest. Don’t pretend to be someone you are not, lie, steal, or cheat.

3. Try to see each other every week or atleast once a month. Even if its only for a few minutes. Make a sincere effort to see your partner.

4. Do activities together such as: going to the movies, museum, a musical, doing laundry, yard work, or even going to the gym to work out with each other. Shared labor enhances your feelings for each other.
   
   You can also do activities online together. You can watch a movie or listen to music together while talking on the phone, play games online, play truth or dare with a web cam, or even create a website.

5. Use technology to your advantage. Use sites like Skype or Yahoo messenger. You can Instant Message each other, web cam & chat, or talk online for free.

6. Write a Letter and mail it. Writing is more intense than verbal communication. When you write you're able to be more intimate. That will create a stronger bond between you.

7. Communication is extremely important in a Long Distance Releationship. There are many ways to communicate, find the one that best for you.
   
   Get the same phone service so you can talk as long as you want when ever you want to.
   
   Use social networks like Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter to communicate for free.

8. Keep things interesting and fresh. Do not be limited to the same routine. Try new things and share the experience together.

9. Take a personal day to your self where you do not establish any communication. This will enhance the feelings you have for each other and make your communication more meaningful.

10. Make time for each other. It's important to have one on one time to bond with each other. Go out to dinner and a movie or just take a walk around the park. Make the best out of your time together.

11. Avoid situations that would make your partner uncomfortable such as going to wild parties or going out with the opposite sex.

Tips & Warnings

• Always keep a positive attitude towards your Long Distance Relationship.
• You cannot control and observe your partner. All you can do is have faith in your relationship and trust your partner.
• Make every time you see each other meaningful, do not argue or fight.
• Due to the distance, the other partner's behavior cannot be monitored so a higher degree of trust and security may be required.
• Never assume anything negative, if you are unsure or curious about something; Ask about it.

[misshelpurself]

on 10/19/2009 Thanks for the tips! There are somethings that I have not thought about doing myself.

[vociferousdream]

on 10/15/2009 Good article and some very sound advice for maintaining a relationship over distance.

[eyota53]

on 10/14/2009 Great Job on this! How to Keep a Long Distance Relationship Strong..5*

[Dash77]

on 10/13/2009 Long Distance Relationships need to have a strong foundation. good tips

[niknik2008]

on 10/13/2009 Great Article!