let love lead

haven't seen this one in a while.

long distance can work if some one can afford to travel a lot
and if there is a firm plan to change long distance to no distance as quickly as possible

I agree! Even if it takes a little while to make the distance go away, at least meeting face to face as quickly as possible is really important.

Until two people meet face to face, it is not romantic love. It is infatuation instead.

Topic: long distant relationships






Still laughing

Yes river

relationships are no different then the basics of physics at even the elemental size were a hydrogen alone does no work and just vibrates with intention do it has only one electron , but the intent is also the want to bond with another ware by work can be done now sharing two electrons, this is raw energy and emergence ware now curiosity is now the driving factor in everything known to mankind including life and sustaining life.
Many would not like to know how the intelligence community such as the MBTI see this as construct's / its belief in long distance romance and is in fact another man made mind program used by gov's globally to use the population as global trading commodity but maintaining the gov's property/ you azzes locked to the gov that transports its commodity's/human labor
Long distance romance is just another social engineered construct's as in a popular belief as is the idea love is a destination (not the work involved) and unconditional love ware even geneticists shows man himself is incapable of coz we do do not have men jumping to there deaths daily to prove there unconditional love. This is just a safety system by mother nature as a bread in instinct helping off set the mother abandoned the child .
It is what it is

there are two unrelated PBS documentary;s available on you tub and public television that when you combine them you get a shocking insight in what has gone astray as well as human true nature

The Miracle of Life and The NSA Documentary narrated by General Hayden himself prior to the white house takeover

I think if a proton and an electron live across the country from each other
and want to make a go at an atom, it’s all well and good.

I like my protons local.

hi

Nevermind...

Yes, this topic has been considered/discussed before...

go to - https://mingle2.com/topic/577182

They can and do work for some, depends on the two people involved, but as others have said you do need to meet in person as soon as possible, and discover how interested you are in each other and in how to make it work in the long term.

This one is tough.Okay here is my thought.

It can work.It requires lots of patience,trust , and determination. Even though am positive it works very well for some one who is trying to abstain from sex before marriage.

So that when they do settle down and both decide to get married they will be each others first.

Also one of the things in relationships now days that is missing is trust. This distance will test your trust for one another.
Eventually the distance won't last.

So if you are in a long distance relationship just be patient one day the two of you will be together take heart and continue.

strongly agree. lol

A little infatuation never hurts... Gets the blood flowing

There is that to it :)

On a more serious note, in reality it can hurt... if either person loses touch with reality. I agree with the statement that it's just infatuation, but I don't believe that's a bad thing. It does get the blood flowing and could prompt a face to face meeting that could lead to something more. :)

Oh yea. reality..lol. And yes it can have emotional impact, allbeit muted somewhat, when compared to ordinary relationships. And I think that it is a matter of keeping it in perspective. And not investing hopes/dreams etc.
There is reality to consider after all.

very important to meet the other partner i'd say.

HOW TO MAKE YOUR LONG DISTANCE RELATIONSHIP WORK

Let no one cheat you, dating while geographically
separated is hard but not impossible.
Long distance relationships have been considered
impossible for the longest time and for good reason.
Most people do not know how to handle being
separated from their partner physically on a daily
basis. The truth is, this type of relationship dynamic
comes with many challenges which require a specific
set of solutions in order to work.
Here are a few key tips that can make your long
distance relationship work and last.

1. Lay out your rules and expectations
Before you part ways, ensure that you have a deep
and serious conversation on what you both expect
from each other. Write down some of the boundaries
that you should have as far as the relationship is
concerned. You should also ensure that you clearly
define the exclusivity of the relationship to prevent
arguments and eventually, break ups.

2. Know each other’s routines
One tricky aspect of the long distance dynamic is the
misaligned routines. When you are on different time
zones especially, it can be difficult to find common
time frames to bond. Let your partner know your
work and daily schedule so that you can prevent
inconveniences and misunderstandings which will
trickle down to trust. You’ll be able to set time for
date nights, video calls and other activities you enjoy
doing together.

3. Trust your partner
Any relationship whether close or long distance is
built on trust. Breaking this trust can be very
detrimental to any relationship. On the same note,
insecurities are also a major cause of break ups.
Avoid this by openly communicating with your
partner and reassuring them whenever they feel
insecure. You should also be honest on your part to
prevent unnecessary confusion. Don’t be quick to
judge situations. A constantly insecure partner puts a
strain on the relationship.
Deal with trust issues before you part ways as this
will allow you to believe that the other person will
remain loyal while you are away from each other.

4. Effective communication
Many people assume that the best way to keep a
long-distance relationship going is by constantly
being glued to their phones and talking all day,
every day. Some relationship experts advise that it is
not necessary to talk every day because you are
bound to get bored, with no new stories to talk
about. Focus on having quality conversations rather
than many meaningless ones. That way, the
relationship stays exciting and prevents you both
from feeling smothered.

5. Invest in technology
Thanks to the tech world, there are many ways that
a long-distance relationship can be maintained.
These days, there are amazing gadgets such as
watches, pillows, bracelets, rings, lamps and even sex
toys that synchronize touch. These gadgets have
been designed specifically for long-distance lovers to
minimize the effects of loneliness. Look into
purchasing one or two LDR gadgets to add some
spice to your relationship.

6. Be committed to visits
Schedule regular visits with your partner whenever
you’re able to. This will help you keep the love alive
as you catch up. Also, allow your visits to be flexible
rather than filling your to-do list when your partner
is in town. Be more focused on quality time with
them rather than the planned out activities. Go with
the flow and make the visit worthwhile.

7. Patience
This is a very key element for a successful long-
distance relationship. When your partner is miles
away from you, it can be very difficult and lonely.
This puts you in a vulnerable position and you or
your partner can be tempted to give up altogether.
The truth is, a long-distance relationship cannot
work without a patient mindset. Be ready to be alone
most of the time until you are able to be together
fulltime.