1. Communicate daily but avoid excessive communication.
Let’s face it: Many partners don’t enjoy talking on the phone; some find texting irritating; and others can’t stand technology in general. But keeping that emotional connection is key. Use your preferred mode of communication, whether that’s talking or texting on your phone, email or video chats.
2. Have an end goal in mind.
Having an end goal to the long distance relationship is important. You do not really want to put yourself in a long distance if you do not even know when the next time you will see your significant other. Have a conversation with your significant other about your respective needs, what you both want out of the relationship, and where it is headed.
3. Plan a trip to visit one another.
How frequently you visit depends on distance, work, school, and finances. But as a general rule, try to see one another often enough so the relationship feels real (anniversaries, birthdays, etc.), but not so much that it become stressful.
4. Give no room to jealousy.
Obviously, trust is a huge component of long distance relationships. I know that sometimes it can be hard but resist the urge to accuse him/her because you're insecure, or to blame your partner for the distance between you.
5. Let technology help.
Like I mentioned earlier, communication is key so take advantage of phone calls, Skype, FaceTime, etc. If you think about, we are so lucky to have technology. I do not think I would have ever survived not being able to here my significant other's voice or at least see him through video chats.
6. Don't take things too personally.
Sometimes there will be a change in plans because both of your schedules can be hectic and that is okay. If you take things too seriously on these situations, it may just end on conflicts upon conflicts and the relationship will not be as fun anymore.
7. Pursue common interests.
Trust me, if talking on the phone is all you are going to do, then most likely the relationship will not last. Try something new together even though you are apart. Keep the romance alive and always keep in mind that your significant other will always be your best friend.
And lastly...
8. Live YOUR life.
You can use that opportunity of times apart to pay more attention to your personal life. Maybe focus on your personal interests and goals in life. Take advantage of the absence of distraction to pay more attention to your career, personal development and other important relationships you have in your life. In the end, you will have more to offer in the relationship.
