I think I can very much relate to this topic. I, myself, is in same situation. My fiance lives abroad, thousands of miles away from me. Our 3yr 5mos relationship may not seem the most ideal and I can guarantee that it's really tough. But me and my partner agreed to work it out. We fell into a routine of open communication and creativity and agreed to avoid making issues of things that we could simply discuss about and compromise with. And like any other normal couples, we've also faced arguments and difficulties but we made sure to deal with it together as rational adults. We avoid too much expectations from each other, and maintain a high regard on the significance of honesty, loyalty and respect in our relationship. We support each others personal aspirations and objectives while trying to achieve our common goals. We spend time together on vacations to travel, get-together with the family and of course lots of quality time cuddling and snuggling and everything to make up for the many months we are apart. So if asked if LDR works.. It does, only if you are both willing to accept the consequences and work it out together.
There's some success stories floating around on the internet, but each case is unique to the couple involved. Plus it's sketchy to meet each other because you are basically putting yourself in an unknown situation, in which case has potential dangers associated with it.
Some dangerous man or ex-convicts use online dating to also lure and trap women, it's very dangerous if you are uncertain of their identity previous experiences in life.
If you do it, talk on video chat and take all the safety precautions necessary to your situation, it's better to be safe than sorry!
It works for me. That depend on each person. We gotta put more effort than usual relationship, more trust, more joke, more attention and affection so it can last long. And appreciate plus respect each other
Well being someone who has been long distance and is engaged, I'd say it's certainly possible. Statistically, you're right, most don't work out. Two people have to be committed and have ways of staying connected and fulfilled. A large part of that has to do with who they are as people and if they are the type to be able to feel connected and close even when far away.
They can work - I know of many - including my own. Spent first year of dating half a country away from each other - but communicated often and got together as often as we could. Been married now for over 20 years - so yes, they can work :)
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Honestly it takes a lot of communication, commitment and trust. I don't feel like they usually last, except for a select few. They usually have to involve meeting eventually. Some people can lie all they want with a made up story. The real test for relationship to me is when you move in together and are around them most of the time learning each other's habits. That's usually the make it or break it time.
Long distance is super rare because the relationship lacks a key portion of what makes relationships last, companionship, intimacy, 1 on 1 time making memories.
You have an entire relationship built purely on communication and nothing else. When you are not together its very easy for someone else who is there to take your place.
I think they can work because they have worked. Even if it’s only one every million LD couple, some people could still be that “one”.
It all depends on commitment, perseverance & patience before meeting 💁🏻♂️💻🙋🏼♀️
I think it depends how much time you've spent together before getting into long distance and how well you understand each other. I've known my fiance since I was 14 (now 24) and we've been in a relationship since last 3 years, of which we have spent 2.5 years in long distance due to education and job. And we've been engaged since last months
Most of them don't work. Communication and honesty is essential though.
Sometimes. The Biggest factor is
I’ve tried it before and I got cheated on. It failed horribly. I’ll never try it again.
Who the fuck are you to say if it will or won't that's for the couple to decide not you. And with a shitty attitude like yours you're better off staying single and saving some guy a headache and heartbreak from dealing with your negative shit
On my quick & subjective opinion, engaged for 5 years is really too long for a woman. But i dont justify her wrongdoing. But the reality, 5 years is a waste of time for her too. Each of u actually contribute mistakes. 😐
I've only known a few long distance relationships to last... but one thing they did to have a successful relationship was have good communication
LDR or Not... The relationship will never going to work if the couples aren't meant to be.
l dont think long distance relationships is a good idea. normal people will drift apart.
I agree with you that it will not work
I had three. But they were mixed results.
it didn't for me
98% of the time, no.
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