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Making Long Distance Relationships Work by Joe Tracy, publisher of Online Dating Magazine. Being in a long distance relationship isn't easy. It requires very strong trust, commitment, guidelines, and communication. Studies show that a majority of people involved in long distance relationships eventually break up. That's why you see so many experts proclaiming that long distance relationships are a bad idea and don't work. Yet if you learn to master communication and set the parameters of your relationship, it can work. It's an uphill battle, but it is possible, and many people do eventually become happily married as a result of being in a long distance relationship. A long distance relationship will be difficult and requires a strong commitment between you and your partner. The following 10 long distance relationship tips will go a long way to help you achieve a lasting love. Here they are: |
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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1) Establish the relationship rules and parameters. In a study of long distance relationships, Dr. Greg Guldner found that 70% of couples in a long distance relationship who did not set rules, or deal with changes, ended up breaking up within six months. This means that it is vital that you and your partner set rules and parameters to guide your long distance relationship. This includes an agreement that you will not date others, that you will communicate daily, and that you'll see each other at least once every 2-3 months in person. |
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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2) Communicate Every Single Day. Part of a successful long distance relationship is being able to emulate patterns found in regular relationships. One of these patterns is daily communication. The evolution of the Internet is godsend for people who are in long distance relationships. Not only can you communicate via email and instant messaging for free, but you can also talk to each other through free services like Prodigits. And that means no more 500 a month phone bills! |
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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3) Express Your Feelings Learning to express your feelings to your long distance partner in email, IM, and on the phone is important for the growth and stability of your relationship. One of the ways it increases your relationship stability is by providing reassurance to the other person about your commitment to him/her. When you express your feelings, you are letting your partner know that you are committed to making the relationship work. |
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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4) Send Care Packages Every once in awhile prepare and send your long distance relationship partner a care package. Here are several things you might consider putting in the package (not all at once, of course; pace yourself and your gifts): Books Phone Card Hershey's Hugs Music Video Message Hershey's Kisses Puzzle Sweets Real Rose Card Stuffed Animal Preserved Rose Holiday Items Bottled Message Chocolate Rose Pressed Flower Pictures of You Engraved Rose Gift Card Jewelry Key to Your Heart Bubble Bath Movie Ticket Personalized Poem |
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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The more personalized you can make the gifts, the bigger impact it will have when received. For example, when send some pictures of you, hold a sign in one of the pictures that says I love you, ____ (of course yours will have a name in it, not a blank line). When sending a book, make sure the book is on something your partner is passionate about and write him/her a little note on the inside cover. Do this every time you send a book. If you send music, write something specific about a song or two that makes you think of him/her. Go to the M&Ms Website and order personalized M&Ms. Even puzzles can be customized as many places now sell make your own puzzle kits. Call up a spa in his/her area and buy a certificate that the spa will mail you then you will mail to your partner!
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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The more personalized and creative you can be, the more impressed your partner will be at your thoughtfulness.
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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5) Spend Time Together While Apart Even though your partner may live hours away, you can still experience date nights with him/her. For example, let's say you are both interested in seeing the latest blockbuster movie. Plan to go at the exact same time (coordinate your time zones) to see the movie then when it is over call each other to discuss it. It's fun knowing that your partner is doing the exact same thing as you at the exact same time. Even though you're apart, you're still sharing a moment together. |
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@oubaas | 26 December 08 |
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6) Never Make Assumptions Always be clear about your relationship with each other. Don't assume that your long-distance partner knows your feelings - share them. Good or bad, be clear about how you feel about the relationship. Assumptions kill many relationships, while clear communication helps relationships succeed. Perhaps Henry Winkler put it best when he said, assumptions are the termites of relationships. Let your partner clearly know your ambitions, fears, feelings, and desires. This will allow him/her to share something deeper with you as you both work together towards mastering your communication abilities. |
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