Regular Meetings
As a relationship expert, I always advise my clients in LDRs not to rely on video chats and phone calls. Don’t get me wrong. They are both awesome means of communication. However, if you want to add flavor to your LDR, consider meeting your boo a few times in a calendar year.
Emotional Safety
Emotional safety is key to a happy, fulfilling long-distance relationship. You can create it by respecting each other’s boundaries, practicing transparency, and actively listening to each other.
What Doesn’t Work for Long Distance Relationships
Excessive Communication
While most people in LDRs think talking too much is a sign of a healthy relationship, that is not the case. Spending more than 12 hours on the phone each day breeds boredom in the long run.
Stonewalling
When one partner is not returning calls, emails, or texts, they are practicing stonewalling. This leaves the other long-distance partner with feelings of frustration and self-doubt.
