How do you make a long distance relationship work?

Answer 1

LOTS of communication!

Answer 2

I have been in a long distance relationship for over a year. He is wonderful. We absolutely know we are meant for each other. I totally agree with Balzy that 'LOTS' of communication is needed and honest words not just what the other wants to hear. We have a promise with each other...never to part upset... whether on the phone or online we work it through with a lot of communication and guess what? It was his idea. Isn't that wonderful? They say guys don't like talking but online it can be so different...so amazing...they speak more from the heart and I adore it.

Answer 3

Long distance relationships don't work if they start out as long distance relationships. If you are in a relationship for over a year and it then turns into a long distance relationship, it is possible to make things work. But the lenght of seperation shouldn't span longer than one year.

Answer 4

Patience and trust and communication are the biggest things you need. I have been in a long distance relationship for almost 8 months now. We do get to see each other on weekends and occasionally one night during the week. On days that we can't meet, we talk on the phone, email, text. Just do little things to let each other know that we are thinking about them.

Just make sure that the time you spend together is special. Don't worry about the little things, but if something is bothering you, speak about it soon. Don't waste the time you have, it will only complicate things.

Answer 5

Never loose communication between the two of you. This is the only way things can work out. Never let negative thoughts cloud up your mind and be always open to problems that may come your way. Trust and honesty is important too. It is not an option to cheat cause the other won't see anyway, if you really want the relationship to work, make sure that there won't be any reason for your partner to doubt your honesty.

Answer 6

For a long distance relationship to work, the couple must have tremendous commitment to each other, which is a very rare commodity these days with couples.

Answer 7

With lots of honesty,communication, and trust. Without those 3 items, the relationship will not go anywhere. Both parties have to be seriously committed to the relationship; be willing to travel to see each other; use phone, email, and regular mail to communicate; and never try to disillusion the other. Be understanding, patient, and tolerant.

Answer 8

communication,honesty and patience...im in long distance relationship now...we chat everyday as long as my bf is not yet tired;) after his work.phone call,emails,post mail,always say to ur partner how much important she/he to u and how much u love each other...and of course dont forget too the important dates that needed to be celebrate (sorry for being corney but it will help)...
And make or let feel each other too that thier special..its a bit hard to have a long distance relationship but i know it will work...
Goodluck !!!

Answer 9

You have to have great communication. I've been with my man for almost 5 months and he lives 4 states away. We talk all the time and write to one another and visit at least once a month.

It's sometimes hard but communication is the key factor.

Answer 10

They very rarely do work out. Distance takes a toll and relationships are hard enough when they are close and intimate.

Answer 11

It can work if you both are completely committed to your relationship. Excellent communication is a must.

Absence can make the heart grow fonder, but it can also make it wander.