5 easy ways to stay close in a long distance relationship
Fortunately, the Internet has made it easier than ever to stay connected with your other half. Those miles apart will seem closer if you use the following tools to communicate.
You will notice that some of the suggestions are quite obvious, however, I want you to rethink how you use them. Without further ado, here are some ways to get closer to your partner:
Text message – Probably one of the easiest and most convenient ways to get in touch with your other half. Sending text messages is common and there are many programs that you can use. If you are using a smartphone, you can try using What’s App. This application allows you to send text messages for free to any type of smartphone that has the same application installed. It comes with a download fee, but you’ll save that money many times over when using regular text messaging. You need internet data from a smartphone, but it hardly consumes your allowance.
Email – Another easy way to bridge the gap. Instead of regular emails, try sending a joke or including some pictures to liven things up. Email is better than web chat or texting because you can add a lot of things to bring your messages to life. Why not try submitting a fun YouTube clip you found or even a website to plan your next vacation together?
Video chat – You can use services like Skype to video chat for free. Just make sure you have a good webcam and microphone (if you’re using a laptop they usually come installed). Video chat is a great way to catch up and really see how your other half is doing. Other places, like Google+ hangouts, are also great because you can have a video chat while watching YouTube videos together.
Phone call – The traditional approach is a phone call. Bookmark them to say hello and catch up. If you get a reply on voicemail, please leave a nice and sweet message.
Traditional mail – Not many people use traditional mail anymore, that’s why I recommend it. Nothing is more personal than a traditional letter written by your partner. Get it handwritten, draw some pictures, include some fun magazine clippings, and even put some of your fragrance on it. I’m sure their faces will light up when they receive it.
Just remember not to suffocate the other person. Give them some space, but make them feel loved. There is no secret formula for how much and how often this should happen, but the two of you should talk about it.
Hopefully, the tips above helped give you some ideas on how to maintain a long-distance relationship.