Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Refining The Long Distance Dating Stigma

I'm saying it right now..... IT CAN WORK! People are so technologically connected these days there is no reason why a long distance relationship can not work. It just takes a very honest couple where both are secure with themselves as individuals. By no means am I saying it isn't hard. I can say from personal experience that I have had one successful and one unsuccessful long distance relationship. The unsuccessful one failed due to lack of communication. The successful one is so successful because we take the time to MAKE time for the other person. While mine is only an hour and half away, longer distances aren't doomed. 
One way to really feel connected electronically is "skype." It is said that men build attraction and a connection through sight, while women build both through sound. Skype allows for both the sound of the man's voice to set off triggers of attraction and the visual stimulus that men need. 
While all this so far has been good, eventually you'll need to have a physical connection to seal your bond. 
It might be perfectly healthy for you to go up to a year without seeing each other, but I would recommend as much travel as economically possible to have the best success. Recommendation: Plus, if you date someone not from your area you'll be able to plan exciting "adventure" dates to explore new towns or cities. 

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