do you believe in long distance relationships?
350375
This is something i've asked myself a few times. I guess it depends on how often you get to see each other. I mean, if you can't see each other for years on end then no, i don't see how it can work. But if you see each other a few times a year, and keep in constant contact, and are always honest about what's goin on in your life, then yeah, sure it can work. i guess my big worry would be that the temptation to cheat would be higher and it would also be easier to cheat. I mean, it's understandable that someone gets lonely and wants a relationship with someone they can see whenever they want. \nThis answer's a bit all over the place but i hope it helps
1123622
LD relationships are really hard.  I have been in mine for 6 months now and he lives in another state (3 hrs flying) but we do everything we can to talk on the phone and cam-2-cam.  we are totally in love.  i think that if you love each other and it's mutual... you will wait for each other and it will happen naturally.  i think that anything can happen though.. but anything can happen (cheating, break-ups, etc) even if the person lives in your town!  it just depends on the 2 individuals to make it work.  good luck to you both!
152585
In my opinion, I would think that both of you would have to accept the concept of "long-distance relationships" to begin. If one is thinking "long-distance" and the other is thinking "he/she will come visit me" but he/she doesn't, then that will be a problem itself. Secondly, I believe you both have to want the relationship to work out bad enough to where the distance doesn't bother either of you. Again, if one is feeling incomplete because the other is not there, then maybe you two should spend more time getting to know each other. Lastly, communication is key. If you say you're going to visit him/her, DO IT. Don't come up with eXcuses as to why you couldn't make it. That will prove whether or not you want it (him/her/the relationship) bad enough. Sacrifices will have to be made, and if one or neither of you are up to the task, then what is the point in being in a long-distance relationship?\n\nHope that helped!
683469
Yes it works.\nDistance is not the end of the world in a relationship \nDistance cannot, and will not hurt a bond between two people that is based on mutual respect, trust, commitment, and love. \nAlthough you may feel like you are losing faith in your relationship at times, hold fast and trust your heart! \nI, like you, truly believe that love & relationships are what make your life special, and that ones built on love & understanding are always worth preserving, regardless of the miles that may separate two people. \n\n\nYOU ARE NOT ALONE ! \nAll across the world, there are couples just like you who are crazy about each other but are forced by circumstance to live apart..
249955
I believe so but, i wouldn't place my social life on hold for a love that's far away.I say that because, you said he's thousands of miles away and no hope of ever meeting.
78264
Long distance relationships are VERY difficult. You have to be able to trust the other person without question. I'm speaking from experience! To make it work you have to get to know each other first, and make the effort to see each other as often as possible. They say that absence makes the heart grow fonder, but in some instances it forgets. Just be careful.
625233
I know of two long distance relationship that has worked\n my parents and my brother and sister in law.  It is possible of both people are willing to work on it
780034
A long-distance relationship is a relationship between people who are physically far apart. Typically they are dating or married.\n\nSome reasons for long-distance relationships are:\nThey met through a dating service and live far apart.\nThey met in an Internet community, such as a forum or multiplayer online game.\nThey met while one or both was on vacation.\nThey used to live close together, but one has since moved away (e.g., job, college, military).\n\nTrust between the two parties is a key requirement for a successful long-distance relationship. Either party may be engaging in social activities which, under usual circumstances, could lead to the forming of a relationship. For example, one party may go out with friends or colleagues from work. These colleagues may very well include single persons interested in a relationship. For them it may appear that the long-distance relationship is 'weak' and not substantially important. It requires each partner to learn to trust the other. Of course, the same can be said of regular relationships as well.\n\nLong-distance relationships can be successful when both partners make efforts to visit each other. Discussing possible times to visit, and planning these "vacations" together can assist with strengthening the relationship. Furthermore, it can help build trust.\n\nHowever, it is important to remember that the success of a long-distance relationship can be aversely affected by the length of time the couple is apart. Since an indefinite amount of time apart is a key feature shared by all long-distance relationships, it can be argued that LDRs are considerably more challenging than regular relationships. This makes it all the more important to keep open lines of communication with one another.
30147
Poorly, and not for very long.\n\nSeriously, you have to have a LOT of communication. Regularly scheduled phone calls, and some random ones too. E-mails, chat and etc. Constant communication. Otherwise, the passion goes cold. \n\nIt's a lot of work to make a long distance relationship work.
739661
i think it is possible,  but  someone should be a little wary...as u dont really know the person....esp long distance ones...i guess if there's a chance that they will see each other....and still feel the same...yes it is very  possible...falling in love  is really knowing the other person,  having the same interests...etc...
1175598
I personally do think it works at the moment I'm in a relationship which started over the Internet, although i have not met him yet, we have such a connection and i really love him. we have been going out around 7months now and its been 7 of the best months of my life.
387019
Yup long distance relations can work..\nYou can do all you can you keep in contact..\nAnd you can make it work..\nAnd in this growing age with computers and net you can always keep in touch.. Even if its not possible there are thousands of ways..\nIts all up to you
118655
Yes, my bf lives about 500 miles away, we've been together for about 5 years, i moved here for my job, and he stayed there to finish his career.\nHe visits me about 3 or 4 times a year, and i go there about 3 or 4 times a year too. \nWe are ok, he is about to finish school, and i'm not sure yet what will happen, but we are ok by now.
118921
Long distance relationships do not work. I was in a long distance relationship with a guy for 2 and a half years. We actually were together for 4 years, but I moved across the state a year and a half into the relationship. It got to the point where he would only call me while he was at work, and I could only see him on certain weekends because he was "busy", or I wouldn't hear from him for weeks. I heard from a friend that he had been seeing this girl I know, so I called her phone and I found out that they have been seeing each other for the past 2 years, and they are engaged!! I told her every detail of our relationship until I had her crying on the phone. I later heard she broke off the engagement. Needless to say, he called and cussed me out and our relationship is over. \nSo the moral of this story is that unless you truly know this person, and can have complete trust in him that he will not break your heart, don't waste your time,energy, or minutes on your phone with a long distace relationship.
89936
Depends on the details. Did you meet online? then its up to you as to how much you want to get involved with somone youve never met\n\nif you have met, then it depends on how much you care and trust the person\n\nif youve been together for awhile and one of you is moving over seas, then i would recommend giving it a try at least. the important thing is to be honest about EVERYTHING though. because distance makes lies harder to hide. and it makes ppl more anxious and jealous, so beware of that too.\n\nGood Luck!
385769
It all depends on how committed you two are towards each other. You have to have that amount of respect for each other not to hurt the other one. My husband and I had a long distance relationship before we were married and although it was hard, we worked through it. You have to have that love and respect for your partner to make it work. If you don't then do not even attempt it. Good Luck!
172095
The advantages of a long distance relationship are:\n\n1. To test your patience.\n2. To test your faith.\n3. To prove that you love.