7 Tips to Make a Long-Distance Relationship Work

Most people have this belief that long-distance relationships are never going to work out and if someone tries a long-distance relationship, people around him such as friends or family members discourage him and advise him not to take such a big step. They are afraid that it won't work out and he will be left heartbroken. 

Long-distance relationships are never easy, they are very complicated. You can be going through troubles, you could get sad & lonely at times and your partner isn't there with you during those moments and that is what makes long-distance relationships complicated.

Long-distance relationships are tough but they have their own surprises that come specifically with them. The smallest of the things that most people don't even notice become the sweetest such as being able to hold the other person's hand, eating together at the same table, feeling each other's touch, taking a walk together, etc. All of these things become more meaningful when you're in a long-distance relationship.

Long-distance relationships require effort but if you love the other person then you would definitely try to make it work. Here are some tips to make your long-distance relationship work:

Proper Communication

Proper Communication is the key to any relationship, whether it is a long-distance relationship or just a regular one, if you and your partner don't communicate properly then the relationship isn't going to work. 

Most people think that when they are in a long-distance relationship then they need to be communicating for 10-12 hours each to keep the relationship going, that is not the case. To make a long-distance relationship work, you would need to communicate when it matters the most. For example, in the morning you can send a Good Morning text to your partner, or in the night when both of you can tell each other about their days and then text Good Night to each other or video chat after your daily routine and tell each other how your day went. You shouldn't be talking to each other during the daytime when both of you are busy in their daily routine, as you will be disturbing not only yourself but also your partner.

Remember, the key to a long-distance relationship is that you need to communicate when it matters. Communicating when you or your partner are busy is gonna make things worse for your relationship.

Set your expectations low

When you are in a long-distance relationship then you need to keep in mind that things aren't the same as normal. You need to give space and boundaries to your partner. If both of you are living in different countries then there may be a time difference between you guys and therefore, you need to set your expectations low.

Because you guys aren't living together as a couple, you need to set your expectations low. Your partner may be busy in his/her job or doing some work and won't be available to talk to you all the time. You need to remember this all the time to make your relationship work.

Set some ground rules

Both you and your partner need to be clear about what you expect from each other during this whole long-distance relationship. Both of you need to set some ground rules so that you don't do things or get involved in activities that will hurt or take the other one by surprise.

You need to discuss whether you are committed and exclusive to each other or is it alright to go on dates, etc. It is best to talk about these things openly beforehand so that you are clear about your relationship.

Do things together

In long-distance relationships, you and your partner are not close to each other but you can do things together online to feel close. You can play an online game together, get on a video call and watch a film or documentary at the same time, go online shopping together and buy stuff. 

These are the little things that matter and will help you feel close to your partner even though you are away from each other.

Talk dirty with each other

Sexual tension is one of the most important aspects of any relationship and sexual desire is one of the things that keep couples from drifting apart from each other. You can keep the sexual tension going on between each by talking dirty to each other, having long video chats, and teasing your partner to keep the flames burning for you two.

Don't do things that might annoy your partner

If you are familiar with your partner and know that doing certain things will annoy him/her e.g going to a nightclub or going drinking with friends late at night, etc then it is better that you avoid doing these things. The last thing you would want is your partner getting mad at you.

Even if you were to do these things, you should ask your partner beforehand to avoid unnecessary tensions between you two. These things can make or break a relationship and you need to be extra cautious about these things. Your partner might feel powerless and unwanted when you would be involved in actinides that he/she does not like.

Try to visit each other

If either one of you gets the time then you should visit your partner. Visiting your partner is important for every long-distance relationship and whenever either one of you gets the chance then you should definitely visit your partner. Not only will your partner be happy and feel good about it but you would also get the chance to get close to each other. 

Spending weekends or holidays with your partner is always fun and whenever you get the chance, you should visit him/her. Both of you will be able to hang out together and enjoy each other's company.