[A047] Long-Distance Relationships: Keep Them Fire

Does distance really make the heart grow fonder?

Or does it just ruin things in the long run?

Interestingly, there is some evidence that long-distance relationships can work — and thrive. But that doesn’t mean they’re easy. Long-distance love has its own unique challenges. If you can overcome those challenges, your relationship might actually be healthier.

Concepts

• What is a long distance relationship? Is it just about mileage, or is it also about time?
• The impact of quality time spent vs. just being together.
• Are you underestimating the importance of meeting your physical needs in the relationship?
• How does distance impact your emotional connection and well-being?
• Confronting the reality of jealousy in long-distance relationships.
• Advantages of long-distance relationships.
• How can you turn this long-distance love into a way for you to become a stronger person?
• Tips for being happy in a long-distance relationship.
• The idea that a long-distance relationship can be a way to commit without REALLY having to commit
• How to establish ground rules in long-distance relationships.
• Is being over-connected actually bad for your relationship?

This week's "do-nows" offer some ideas for keeping the flame alive with your long-distance love. Figure out what matters to you in the relationship, and make choices based on what is likely to work best for you.

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