Communication

Communication in a long distance relationship is one of the most important things you should have.  With today’s modern technology, communicating with your partner should be extremely easy.  You can send text messages, make phone calls, talk online using instant messaging, use your computer's web cam, send emails, love notes/cards, and use Skype just to name a few... 

Communication is all you really have in a long distance relationship, so it is very important that you use it everyday.  Personally my favorite way to communicate with my boyfriend is using Skype.  For those of you who don't know what Skype is, its a free live chat that you can use on the computer or on your phone.  It is a way to talk directly to someone as long as they have Skype as well.  My boyfriend and I use this at least once a week to see each other.  I don't know how long distance relationships would have worked without this.  From seeing him on Skype, even though it isn't in person it still feels like we are hanging out or being on a date.  We can do the littles things and watch tv together, talk about our days, and actually see each other's emotions on the screen.  


Tip:  Don't cancel a Skype date unless absolutely neccessary.  Because it is one of the only ways you get to see your partner, cancelling can hurt.  Treat it like a date not just a phone call and it'll work out perfectly! 

According to Men's Health Magazine Skype actually makes relationships stronger:

Check it out--->  http://news.menshealth.com/skype-relationships/2011/10/14/

Tip 2:  When you are talking to your other, make sure you really talk.  This is important because if your partner doesn't think you are paying attention they will lose interest in you as well.  Make sure your conversations are sincere.  Tell them about your day, how you and your friends did this or that, explain your dreams, thoughts, etc.  Don't be boring!  I know it sounds dumb but I promise it will work and come natural after awhile.