Have you been in a long distance relationship? There are actually many reasons why couples have been separated from each other. Some because they have to study in separate universities while other people wants to go for greener Pasteur and get a job abroad.

Though there are people who decide to end the relationship for certain reasons, over the years, there are also couples separated from each other who strive to keep their relationship strong and steady despite the fact that they’re apart. But how do they do it?

I, myself had been in a long distance relationship as well. The guy is from Canada and we’ve known each other through a common friend. He only stayed here for a while and he had to leave again back to Toronto. We decided to keep our relationship going and do whatever it takes to keep it that way. So I want to share with you friends some tips on how you could keep your long distance relationship alive.

1.      Set expectations of your relationship. There are studies saying that one key factor in a successful long distance relationships is to set an expectation on your relationship. Couples in a relationship that last ore than six months have talked about their expectations of the relationship like, how often should you see each other, how often will you talk, and what will happen in the future.

2.      Open communication. This is the foundation of any relationship and it is very important when the two of you is far from each other. Take advantage of as many various types of communication as you can such as telephone, email, webcam, letters, chat an even text messages.

3.      Look for a way to get a low-cost telephone bill. Nowadays, no need to run up hundreds in your phone bills just to talk to your absent partner. Pay some time to find a way to get the best phone service for the both of you. You may want to try these things, VOIP phone service, Skype or cell phone provider with free in-network calling, YM chat, and other alike. If you don’t mind about the cost, you can talk all night long once in a while.

4.      Webcam: Since you can’t personally be with your partner, use webcam instead. With the help of webcam you can talk with each other at the same time see each other.

5.      Spend tie for each other wisely: So what if the to of you were apart? You can still do things together and make each time unforgettable like for instance, make a weekly date to watch a movie or favorite TV sow together over the phone.

6.      Establish a good relationship habits. This will help the relationship become stable. Surely you can’t kiss each other good night but you can give him/her a nightly “I love you” text message just before bedtime can be an alternative hat establishes expectations and shared reality.

7.      Have a life! Just because you want to spend moments with your sweetie it doesn’t mean that you will sit around between contacts with him/her. Involve yourself in other things that are important to you.

Unfortunately, we only lasted for 3 years. Even though, our relationship ended, I’ve learned so many things from that experience. Hope those simple tips on how to keep you long distance relationships will help you replace the emptiness that most long distance partners feel.

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