Long Distance Love: Long communications
Arguably one of the most important
things in a good relationship is
communication. This can be fairly
easy to do if you both live in the
same city — or better yet, if you live
together — but what do you do to
keep the communication going
when you're in a long distance
relationship?
It can be even more important in a long distance relationship to have good communication with your significant other than a relationship where you see each other every day. Communicating honestly, openly and frequently will not only keep the relationship strong, it will also allow you to feel connected to each other even when you are physically apart.
Communication can definitely be a challenge to some long distance couples, particularly if you're new to this type of relationship, but there are some things you can do to make it easier.
This week's tips:
- Take advantage of technology. There are so many different technologies out there that make great tools for communication like text, email and Skype or even the good old-fashioned telephone. With all of these options, it is easier than ever to keep in touch with your partner. Even sending a quick text or email to let them know that you're thinking about them or to tell them something funny that happened to you will help both of you feel more connected to each other's lives.
- Go old school. It might seem corny at first to consider sending an actual letter to someone, but it can be one of the best things about being in a long distance relationship. How often do you send your significant other a handwritten letter when you live together? Probably never. You may be worried about not knowing what to write, but it really is the thought that counts. For the person receiving the letter, it will mean a lot to them that you took the time to handwrite them a message.
- Be as detailed as possible. When you're talking to your partner, make sure that you tell them as much as you can about your dayto- day life. It might seem a little tedious, but hearing about all the things you do and the friends you hang out with will help you and your partner feel connected to each other. This will also help you avoid the awkward feeling of not knowing who or what the other person is taking about when you are together again.
Hopefully these tips help you to have better communication in your long distance relationship. Stay tuned for next week's tips on dealing with the periods of separation.
It can be even more important in a long distance relationship to have good communication with your significant other than a relationship where you see each other every day. Communicating honestly, openly and frequently will not only keep the relationship strong, it will also allow you to feel connected to each other even when you are physically apart.
Communication can definitely be a challenge to some long distance couples, particularly if you're new to this type of relationship, but there are some things you can do to make it easier.
This week's tips:
- Take advantage of technology. There are so many different technologies out there that make great tools for communication like text, email and Skype or even the good old-fashioned telephone. With all of these options, it is easier than ever to keep in touch with your partner. Even sending a quick text or email to let them know that you're thinking about them or to tell them something funny that happened to you will help both of you feel more connected to each other's lives.
- Go old school. It might seem corny at first to consider sending an actual letter to someone, but it can be one of the best things about being in a long distance relationship. How often do you send your significant other a handwritten letter when you live together? Probably never. You may be worried about not knowing what to write, but it really is the thought that counts. For the person receiving the letter, it will mean a lot to them that you took the time to handwrite them a message.
- Be as detailed as possible. When you're talking to your partner, make sure that you tell them as much as you can about your dayto- day life. It might seem a little tedious, but hearing about all the things you do and the friends you hang out with will help you and your partner feel connected to each other. This will also help you avoid the awkward feeling of not knowing who or what the other person is taking about when you are together again.
Hopefully these tips help you to have better communication in your long distance relationship. Stay tuned for next week's tips on dealing with the periods of separation.
