Intimacy In Long Distance Relationships: Tips

Being in a relationship is a tough job in itself. On top of that if you are in a long distance relationship, life becomes even harder. Definitely distance makes the heart grow fonder. But distance in a relationship for a very long time can be really stressful. Being alone and then anticipating things about your partner who is somewhere else can create a lot of tension.

Long distance relationships are a common phenomenon nowadays. The pressure to earn more money, live a lavish lifestyle and have a comfortable life often asks for the sacrifice of love. You have to part from your partner whether you like it or not. It is often seen that long distance relationships do not work. In most cases out of sight, of mind happens. However some people are lucky enough to continue with their relationships even if they are separated by thousands of miles.

Intimacy In Long Distance Relationships: Tips

To make long distance relationships work, one has to take care that the relationship does not become a burden or boring. For keeping the intimacy alive in a long distance relationship, here are few tips which you can follow:

Texting: Technology has dissolved the distances. Texting, mailing, chatting are a few common ways to stay in touch with the one you love. Keep texting each other whenever you may find time. This goes a long way and makes your partner feel wanted.

Keep your lover involved: It is important that you keep your partner informed about whatever is happening in your life. Anything at all whether it is good or bad. Your partner is greatly apprehensive about what is happening in his/her absence in your life. So, make sure you keep him/her involved in your daily life.

Phone sex: Admit it, sex is important for the success of a relationship. Since you cannot make any physical contact with your love, try out phone sex. Talk sensually and erotically to your partner so that he/she craves for you and misses you. This helps in keeping the intimacy alive even if you are in two different countries.

Video calls: Video calling is one of the best inventions till date. You don't have to write and wait for replies. You can talk and see your mate instantly.

These are a few ways in which you can keep the intimacy on in a long distance relationship.

Story first published: Monday, October 21, 2013, 19:28 [IST]
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