5 Tips To Maintain Strong Bond in Long Distance Relationship

Let me get this out of the way: long distance relationships are hard.

Whether you’ve suddenly found yourself managing a long distance relationship, or recent events have made your in-person relationship a long distance one… there’s a lot of negative talk behind why long distance relationships don’t work. That’s because things are just harder.

* Block time for communication

This can be a set period every day, every other day, or even every 3 days (try not to go longer than this) where the two of you talk to each other (video call is preferred). This is essentially a scheduled time period where you are able to devote 100% of your time to each other.

* Start with Trust

There’s no doubt trust is the first step to managing a long distance relationship. After all, the two of you might feel like you are worlds apart! When you’re in a long distance relationship, you could have no idea what your partner could be up to.

* When You Are Reunited

Don't rush into getting things done around the house right away or spending lots of time with friends who have missed the traveling spouse too. Both partners will need some time to adjust to being back together. Children and pets will also need time to adapt to the new reality of having everyone under one roof.

* Random Gifts

Don't wait for a special occasion to do this. Your partner will appreciate a spontaneous gift that shows how much you miss them on any given day. You can make your own care package filled with their favorite snacks, printed photos of the two of you from the last time you saw them, and a quirky gift based on your favorite inside joke. The thought is sure to make them smile thinking of you.

* Online Games

So much of the spark in a relationship comes from having fun together and enjoying one another’s company. Activities that enable you to be playful with one another will go a long way toward keeping that spark alive.