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Long-distance relationships can be difficult to navigate with challenges such as prolonged time apart, over-communication, and missing out on important life events.
- Long-distance relationships can be extremely difficult - you have to over-communicate, sacrifice time with friends and family, and miss out on holidays and birthdays.
- The author was in a long-distance relationship for five years before she relocated to be with her partner.
- Her advice? Consider these eight things be fore committing to a long-distance relationship.
Sometimes couples find themselves living in different cities, states, or countries. As someone who lives in New York City, I never planned on falling in love with a woman from the UK - but it happened.
We had two choices: End the relationship before we got too serious, or stick with it despite the fact that it would be years before we'd be in the same place. We chose the latter.
Thankfully, it worked out for us and now we're married. But navigating a long-distance relationship isn't for everyone - it takes a lot of trust, patience, understanding, and most of all, a strong desire to make things work even when it feels impossible.
Here are some things everyone should consider before deciding to commit to a long distance relationship.