When you are trying to find ways to stay connected in a long distance relationship it can be difficult, especially since a lot of the standard ways can get a little stale. If you've been in a LDR and are looking for ways to stay connected, I've hopefully got a few fresh ideas for you! Remember, a long distance relationship is all about commitment and you have to be ready to make that commitment and stick to it, if you are going to be in one.
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1. Skype
I think that since Skype has come into the world, it is one of the best ways to stay connected in a long distance relationship. Not only does it let you see your boyfriend, but it really lets you two explore one another and really see expressions and moods, especially if you are hours and hours away. My girlfriend and I, before we moved in together did not Skype, but had it been around when we were in a LDR, we would have!
2. Phone
I think that a lot of people in a LDR forget about the phone and just go with texting. That is not necessarily a good thing girls! Texting is great, but you've got to be able to hear one another and really decipher messages through their tone. That all starts with the phone. This is absolutely one of the best ways to stay connected in a long distance relationship and one that really works!
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3. Facetime
Let's say that you don't have Skype but are still looking for a way to stay connected while in an LDR, why not Facetime? Facetime is almost like Skype and you don't even need a camera to do it, just an iPhone! It's absolutely a genius idea and it's one that I would've used when I was in a LDR. Give Facetime a try girls, your boyfriend won't believe he'll be able to see you everyday!
4. Text Messaging
Text messaging is never a bad thing, but you don't want your entire relationship to be via text message. I love to text and I think that it's a great way to stay connected in a long distance relationship, but make sure that it is not all that you are doing. Facetime and the phone are two other ways to communicate that can be better than a text sometimes!
5. Talk Everyday
When you are trying to stay connected while in an LDR, you've got to talk everyday. If you were with a boy in the same town as you, wouldn't you talk everyday? Probably. Even just a text or just a quick phone call can make all of the difference in the world!
6. Send Random Emails
Did you see something funny at work that you want to share? Why not just send a quick email. You don't necessarily have to have a purpose other than just sharing! Random emails being sent from you can make your partner feel included and make him know that you were thinking about him.
7. 'See' Each Other at Least Once a Day
Skype, Facetime, whatever way you are going to 'see' your LDR boyfriend, you want to do that at least once a day. This way to stay connected in a long distance relationship can actually save your relationship. Let's say that you've had a horrible day and you need to vent … but you want to see someone too. Why not Facetime your LDR boyfriend and 'see' him while you are venting? Sometimes, that can make your whole day better.
8. Written Letters
This is one that my girlfriend and I used to do all of the time. I used to write in-detail letters to her about everything under the sun. It was a neat way for us to stay connected while in a LDR, but it was also a great way for me to really get my thoughts out, on paper, with a pen. So instead of typing an email, maybe write a letter!
9. Send Random Photos
Finally girls, the last way to stay connected in a long distance relationship is to send random photos of yourself to him and he can do the same to you. Going out with your friends? Snap a few pictures and send them to him so he can feel like he is involved!
Long distance relationships are never, ever easy, but they are doable! These ways to stay connected in a long distance relationship do work and can keep your relationship strong! So, what other ways can you suggest to stay connected while in an LDR? Give 'em up in the comments!
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PtvMaddie: I can't wait to see my girlfriend again ♥♥
Christa: Hello. Im in a long distance relationship. He's in Utah and I'm in new York. We've been talking for 6 months and counting. He's going to join the navy in less than 9 months. I love him. I truly do. He loves me back. He has been talking about coming to see me before he has to go. I want him to do so, but I know in my heart that it will hurt too much to watch him leave. It's his life and I would never ever tell him to not go. He has said many times that he wants to be with me for a long time. I have never felt this way about anyone. I want us to be together for a very long time. He has been talking about having kids and getting married. I have read that a crush lasts for about 5 months and any feelings afterward are real love. He has also been saying that he's no good for me because of some of his habits and that I don't deserve to be I love with a screw up like him. I told him that I will never stop loving him and that he is the only one I want. I just want us to be happy and together. I asked him if he was saying these things because he liked someone else and he said no. He said that he loves me and that he wants the best for me. He doesn't understand how much I love him. I've told him so many times that I love him more than anything and that I need him in my life. I am being truthful with him and he is truthful with me. He doesn't lie. I don't know what to do to make him understand why I love him and how much I love him. Ive told him everything from my heart. I'm terribly sorry this is so long. Thank you for your time
gaurav: I m fed up of ma long distance relationshp..its being so long tym tat in ths 6 yrs of our relationshp v met 3 tyms.....bcz of wat...damm bzy professional life...frm past 4-5 months ths relationshp is more like burden ...i cant feel d spark of our love..... just wana quit ths relation..but is thr any chance to get back our old days????
Crystal: This is great!!! My boyfriend lives in tx and I'm in ct, so this will help our long distance!
Amanda: I would fly to the states every yr for two months and my husband (boyfriend then) would be here in Guatemala...it was always so hard to be apart, but we kept in touch through all of these ways...it really helped when Skype came out!
Christa: Thank you so much for responding to me! I'm not able to visit him because of my parents. He can visit me though. We are both of age and none of this would be improper. We don't Skype. I can't talk to him over the phone because of my dad. He has told me many times that he wants me to call him though. We text back and forth and we connect on an online video game which is the place we first met.
angel: my boyfriend is a chef in a cargo ship. when he's far from an island or sailing to other country that would mean lost of signal. sometimes it takes him a week to get a signal back and for us to communicate again. its kinda hard, but in the first place i already know that this would happened. even though we dont communicate that long, so far nothing has changed. if we get the chance to communicate with each other i make sure to make him feel that i love him and that everything is going to be alright. i hold on with his future plans with me and he also told me that he's not gonna be in this job forever because its gonna be a tough one for the both of us in the next 20-30yrs.
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