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How to Keep Your Long Distance Relationship Alive

9 Tips for Your Newly Formed Long Distance Relationship

By Candace B.Published 6 years ago 4 min read
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Long Distance Relationships are the hardest type of relationship to be in. They're the hardest to keep alive, too. But, they're the most rewarding, in my opinion. Long Distance Relationships depend on the unbreakable trust and strong communication of both people. Sometimes, there are moments in your LDR that'll seem so dull... and stagnant (as a girl who has been in ten different LD relationships, these moments are imminent!). During this time, you might lose faith in your love, or your lover's love. Worry no more! Here are some tips to keep your relationship alive!

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This is the first tip, because it honestly should be the easiest. A simple "I love you" (you can text it, but hearing it is better) will go a long way. A simple call or voice text message can brighten their day. If your lover is usually insecure, doing this will help even more.

2) Don't forget to talk to them.

Communication is the strength of a long distance relationship; it's what your relationship feeds on. Cut the food supply, your relationship will probably die. Even if you're busy, putting the effort to text them/call them during your work breaks increases the bond between you two. Ask about their day, and actually listen to them talk. Sending "Good Morning" and "Good Night" texts work also! Even if you've been in an argument with your significant other, say good night, and good morning goes a long way, and that leads into my next tip...

3) NEVER GO TO BED MAD AT EACH OTHER.

Arguments? They happen. They always will happen, unless you and your significant other were bonded by destiny or something. My number one rule is "Never go to bed mad at each other." You can take a break from each other, that is fine. At the end of the day, however, you'll need to put away your Stubborn Crown, put on your Big Person Pants, and make up with them.

4) Don't give them a reason to feel insecure.

This is a harder one, because some people would rather be a closed book. Being transparent can be hard, I agree. You can't do this in a Long Distance Relationship. Being a closed book may lead your significant other to feel insecure, which can damage your relationship. Since you and your lover are miles apart, the distance can make your trust shaky. Don't hide anything from them. If you need to hide something, then you may need to re-evaluate your relationship.

Now that those easy ones are out of the way, here's a few things to do with your significant other.

5) Video Chatting!

If you haven't, I suggest doing so. Using Face-time, Skype, Discord, or any video chatting app makes your relationship feel more real.

6) Watch movies together.

There's this useful app that I use named Rabb.it.tv . It is a website that syncs Movies, videos, and anime for the both of you, so you two can enjoy media together. It works with Netflix, YouTube, CrunchyRoll, and any site you search for. If you've never watched movies/videos/anime together, I suggest asking them to a movie date! Here's the website: https://www.rabb.it/

7) Gaming Together

Are you a fan of video games? There are several Multiplayer games to spend time with your lover. If you're a big gamer, and your lover isn't, there are puzzle or strategy games that you both may enjoy!

If you both are gamers, I recommend MMOs (and maybe MOBA'S) to play together. One that I am hooked on is Final Fantasy XIV.

There are even some Karaoke websites to sing with each other if you're into singing.

Not a fan of the newer games! Don't worry! There are emulators that make it possible to play older games like Mario Kart Wii, or even Mario Party 3 from your computer! Dolphin is a powerful emulator that makes this all possible. Look up your favorite older multiplayer games, look for their ROM (Roms are kinda like CDs for a PS4) then look up YouTube guides on Net Play!

8) Send gifts to each other.

This one is a rewarding one, depending on the person. If you're well into your relationship, you're probably thinking of sending them something. If you weren't, well now you are! Gifts can be sentimental, and I don't mean sending them a Nintendo Switch (well, I mean... If you can afford it, and you really, really want to get them one, 100 percent go for it), I mean Teddy bears, matching jewelry, or even just a simple picture frame. For matching jewelry, there's some on Amazon, but I really recommend going to Etsy.com.

9) Visit them!

Now, this one is only recommended for Long Distance Relationships that are past one year. This is a big choice. If you and your lover are madly in love with no issues, I suggest paying them a visit. It will be an emotional, nerve-wrecking time, but it might be the greatest decision of your life.

Remember, Long Distance Relationships aren't for everyone. Some people need to have a more physical relationship. Some people just aren't emotionally strong enough from a Long Distance Relationship. And that's okay. If you start feeling that your relationship does not feel real, do not hesitate to call it off. It will only make the wound worse if you wait several months to do so.

As mentioned, here's a way to setup older games to play with your lover.

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Candace B.

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