5 Signs Absence Is Making Your Heart Grow Fonder

Have you ever wondered how absence affects a relationship? We’ve all heard that absence makes the heart grow fonder, but how true is that really?

To a large extent, it’s true that absence makes you yearn for someone you’re missing, but there’s a thin line beyond which absence and distance can be disastrous for a relationship. Of course, this doesn’t mean that couples separated by distance are doomed to fail – far from it. Many long distance relationships have a closer connection and bond than those who live together! It all comes down to the individual couple and how you navigate the distance between you.

# You get butterflies whenever you speak to them

When you head on video call or just hear their voice, you get butterflies – before and after. You can’t wait to speak to them because they’re a solid and key part of your life.

# You have no interest in anyone else

It’s normal to find other people attractive but if absences makes the heart grow fonder for you, then you won’t want to do anything about anyone who comes into your life. You’re committed to your partner and that’s all you care about.

# You regularly plan fun things to do when you meet up

However long you’re away from one another for, you’re always coming up with fun things you can do together when you do meet. This can be anything from a visit to the zoo, to a mini break somewhere exotic, or just staying home and watching Netflix together. The most important thing is that you’re together.

# You feel sad you’re away from one another, but you connect regularly

It’s normal to feel sadness when you’re not with your partner. However, you balance this by connecting regularly, either in person or via the phone.

# You trust one another

This is a huge sign. If your heart is considering wandering thanks to absence, you’ll struggle to trust your partner completely too, because you’re having those thoughts. If you trust one another completely and have no solid worries, all is well.