A relationship is one of the world’s most prized possessions, a beautiful union between two individuals who made a choice to be in love regardless of the circumstance faced. As it is, having a normal relationship is tough enough but long-distance one takes upon a whole new level of trust, commitment, sacrifice and communication. 

 

Ask anyone who is in a long-distance relationship, they will tell you that technology is not the key to every hurdle faced. The lack of regular meetups still seem to make most long-distance relationships emotionally and mentally tougher. However, Hype Pulse recognises that most long-distance relationships begin when one goes abroad for further education or career purpose. As such, here are some essential tips on how to make one’s long-distance relationship thrive amidst balancing career or education aspirations.

 

 

1. GET READY TO WORK TWICE AS HARD!

Nothing worth having in life comes easy, the same concept applies in a long-distance relationship. It is essential to work towards having a super solid foundation when you are on this ship - by being 100% open and honest to your significant other. If both of you are new to this, do not be quick to jump into conclusions! Understand that this is a learning curve for both hence do constantly take time out to figure this out together. Whatever it takes, remember you both are on the same team!

 

2. CELEBRATE EVERYTHING!

You had completed a minor task before the deadline or managed to eat healthy for a week? Tell your partner about it! Be stoked and pumped to want to tell him/her just as you would in person. Celebrate the tiniest of wins, celebrate everything even when you are not physically there. Life is definitely too short not to do so. This helps in building the emotional connection between the two love birds which is crucial in maintaining a long-distance relationship! 

 

 

3. THE BIGGER PICTURE!

Remind each other that distance is just another challenge faced. This is just a temporary situation as when you both want to be together, you both have to make this work. It is easier when you both have the same goals in this relationship. By visualizing the future that both of you are striving for, you both will be more emotionally invested in this relationship albeit the distance.  Besides, what are 1-3 years compared to eternity which lasts for a lifetime? 

 

4. DON’T PAUSE YOUR LIFE!

Couples like you are always in constant communication with your significant other due to the lack of presence. It is a normal thing to do so, but one should not pause one’s life while at it. Remember that you are abroad, in a beautiful country to fulfil your personal achievement so always keep your eyes on that prize! We know that you want to be in touch with him/her 24/7 but remember that you have a life worth living too! So put down that phone and work hard on your projects, get that appraisal whilst it is not easy handling two worlds at the same time. Find a middle point to it. This will definitely benefit the relationship and yourself.

 

All in all, these are the essential tips in maintaining a long-distance relationship while chasing your personal dreams.  As long as you both are invested and see a potential future with each other, it is worth the fight to maintain this beautiful relationship. One must not give up on this just because one is physically not there! 

 

Do you have any other advice for those who are in a long-distance relationship? Let us know in the comments!