Top 5 Ways to Survive a Long-distance Relationship

Are you in a long-distance relationship? Are you going to be in one in the near or distant future? Are you just curious as to how the hell someone can survive not living near their partner? Well, here's some techniques and tips to help you get through the time of not being near your honey.

It's true. Long-distance relationships really do suck! But sometimes you have to make the most of a bad situation. A lot of us have been there. It's the worst feeling in the world when you know that you can't be with your partner 24/7. No, it's not ideal, but with the right person and time and effort, maintaining a long-distance relationship isn't really that hard.

1) Have communication, but not too much.

No, this does not mean talking 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You don't even have to talk majority of the time. But set aside some time to talk to your special someone. Remember, you are both busy people! There's a good chance you are doing long-distance because one (or both) of you are gone away for work or school. Don't constantly talk, but don't ignore each other either!

2) Have video chat dates.

When you can't physically be with someone, seeing their face over the internet is going to have to do. Set aside some time to talk to your honey face to face, whether it's over FaceTime, Facebook video, Skype, etc. Seeing and talking to the other person directly really helps, even if it's not ideal! You get to see their smile and see just how much you really miss them.

3) Have an end to the distance.

Knowing when the distance is going to be over really helps. It gives you something to look forward to. When times are tough, it gives you a realization that "Hey, this isn't forever, is it!" A long-distance relationship will not survive if there is no hope. No hope to see the other person soon, or even again. Be hopeful that you'll see the other person soon and the distance will be over.

4) Be on the same page.

Know the other person's dreams and goals and what they want to achieve in life, and make sure they know the same about you. It wouldn't be any fun if you're in New York and they're in LA and you think you're going to see them again soon and all of a sudden they're saying, "Hey, I think I'm going to move to Hong Kong for work!" Know what they're going to do with their life and make sure you can fit in it. Work something out if your dreams don't completely match up. If you really love the other person, you would do anything to make it work. Just let them know what you want in life.

5) Know when you're going to see them next!

Even if it's just for a short period of time, know when you will get to see their face again! Whether it's you visiting them or them coming to visit you, it's always nice to have that to look forward to. There's nothing better than realizing you'll get to see their cute face and get a great big bear hug in just a week!

Remember, they love you, and you love them. And with their love and support you guys can get through this and you can conquer the world. You will come out stronger and better than ever. Never give up hope. It will work out. You can do this. Be faithful, have hope, and believe. Love conquers all.