Keeping The Spark Alive In A Long Distance Relationship

Keeping the spark alive in any relationship requires the effort of both parties. It's the same in a long distance relationship. Long distance relationships used to be unusual, but not anymore. With world travel and technology on the increase, people have more opportunities to meet and communicate then ever before.


Unfortunately, maintaining a long distance relationship is not always easy. The lack of private time together, coupled with different environments, experiences and cultures, can stress even the most loving of relationships. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to keep the spark alive when your lover is miles away.

1. Be talkative.
No relationship will last long without regular communication. Pick up the phone everyday for at least 15 minutes and let your partner know that you miss them and you love them. Everyone loves this!

2. Use technology.
Text, email or instant message your partner throughout the day, if your schedule and time differences allow.

3. Go Old Fashioned.
Phone calls and emails are great, but there is nothing nicer than getting a hand written letter or card in the post. Use elegant stationary to make it even more special.

4. Send a personal gift.
Put some thought and creativity together and send something personal. If you are sending flowers, make sure they are her favourite color, or perhaps put together a collection of their favourite music on CD and post it over.

5. Make a date.
Even though you maybe miles apart, set a date. Is there a TV show that you both like to watch each week or a movie? Set a date to watch it together. Even though you are physically in the same room, you still are sharing the experience.

6. Send pictures.
Invest in a digital camera so you can regularly send pictures of events you have attended and things you have done. This will make your partner feel they are not missing out so much on your days events.

7. Meet halfway.
Nothing beats personal time together to recharge your relationship. If it is possible, you can meet halfway and that way share the travelling costs. Book a hotel or romantic B+B for the weekend. If only one person can do the travelling for visa reasons, make sure the travel costs are shared so one person is not always paying for the travel expenses!

Long distance relationships can be challenging, but the extra effort required to nurture the relationship pays off in the end. By exercising a little creativity and making an effort to stay in touch regularly, your relationship will grow stronger.

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