| If you are in a long distance relationship, you have | | | | new friends and colleagues. |
| probably heard disheartening things about the | | | | Make a point to stay in touch. Technology now allows |
| probabilities that it will not survive. Success requires a | | | | us to communicate with loved ones regardless of their |
| resilient commitment that will test your relationship in | | | | physical location. Plan regular chat dates with your |
| ways many couples never experience. | | | | partner using a downloadable chat client like Skype |
| Although it may seem unlikely, there are many long | | | | and stay connected for free. |
| distance relationships that thrive and some that do | | | | Seeing your partner's face can encourage your heart |
| even better than those that are close-range. Here are | | | | when the strains of a long distance relationship are |
| a few secrets to keep the love light glowing even | | | | pressing in around you. Webcams are an effective |
| when the miles separate you from your sweetheart. | | | | way to achieve this. Now that they are readily |
| Cherish the memory of happy times spent together. | | | | available and affordable, the smile you miss the most |
| Whether it was a stroll through the neighborhood park | | | | can be no more than a touch of the button away. |
| or a tranquil summer vacation, relive the memories | | | | Renew your commitment to each other regularly. |
| while away from your partner. Avoid dwelling on | | | | Make a point of reassuring your partner that he is the |
| arguments or other negative experiences as these | | | | one you will wait for, regardless of where he may be. |
| can breed bitter sentiments that will only complicate | | | | Remember that all couples face their own set of |
| the relationship. | | | | relational difficulties, but if what you and your partner |
| After love, trust is the single most fundamental key to | | | | share is real, the physical distance between you will |
| a successful relationship. If you believe in your partner's | | | | only serve to strengthen your love. |
| faithfulness, don't worry yourself unnecessarily over his | | | | |