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1. Set goals and ground rules
- Are you comfortable with each of you having close friendships with the opposite sex? What goals do you have in your relationship and how often will you talk to each other? And so forth. When you are clear about your expectations, there is less room for miscommunication.
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2. Talk about your adventures
- Being too dependent on the other person will have negative effects on your relationship and yourself. So, go on adventures while they are away and share your experiences with them later. Don’t let your life center around your relationship. Go out and have fun.
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3. Online calendar
- Share an online calendar. This can promote trust, and also help you know the best times to schedule a video call.
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4. Open up about your emotions
- Communication is key for long distance relationships because when you open up about your emotions, you are creating an intimate bond. This bond makes it possible to grow as a couple, to create a stronger connection and to build trust.
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5. Trust each other
- Jealousy or insecurities will ruin your long distance relationship if you aren’t careful. A vital key to your relationship is trust. Be open about your activities, tell your partner about your friends and believe in your love.
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6. Say goodnight and good morning
- It’s a great gesture to start and end the day thinking about each other.
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7. Never use the silent treatment
- Your relationship must be built on trust and communication. This silent treatment is damaging to any relationship, but it’s deadly for a long distance one. If you are upset, tell your partner you need time to think and talk about the problem.
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8. Talk about serious things
- Conversations about money, jobs, education and the future need to be discussed. For the relationship to be successful, you both need to be on the same page considering these subjects.
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9. Invest in other friendships
- Once again, don’t be too dependent on your partner. Friends get you out of the house and encourage you to have fun. They provide the balance you need in your life to cultivate a healthy romantic relationship.
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10. Visit each other
- When you’re able to see each other, go out and do something adventurous together instead of staying home. These moments are vital in getting to know your partner in a new light.
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11. Video chat
- It’s nice to text and talk on the phone, but seeing each other through video is more intimate and meaningful. There is less likely to be miscommunication because you can see facial cues. Video chat as often as you need, but don’t spend your whole relationship staring at a screen.
Source Familyshare.com
