Can Long Distance Relationships Survive?

[Jazzy]

A long-distance relationship or LDR is typically an intimate relationship that takes place when the partners are separated by a considerable distance. Before the popularity of internet dating, long-distance relationships were not as common but were certainly in existence and were a successful way of keeping a relationship flourishing over distance. But we’ve come a long way from the time that the only communication between long distance lovers was telephone or corresponding via mail. With the help of the Internet, long distance relationships have exploded in popularity as they become easier to sustain with the use of modern technology. Technologies including cell phones, e-mail , online chatting and web cams have made it possible to keep in touch.



In your opinion, do long distance or LDR relationships have a survival rate? Are they real relationships?

 

[MysticSky]

I believe they are 100% real and I do believe they have a chance at surviving. I just don't think its that high of a chance ;[

 

[Jazzy]

Here is my opinion:



Distance relationships like traditional relationships are built and sustained on trust. When you enter a LDR, you have to do it in good faith because that’s all you will have to keep you sane when your lover is so far away. If you start on the wrong track, it will only lead to self-doubt, suspicion and your romance will be sabotaged before you even know it. Keep in mind that feelings are your only comfort when your object of desire is miles away from your arms. Lacking physical proximity with your loved one can be devastating to your attitude towards your relationship. That’s why you need to invest in trust, honesty and communication from the beginning. This is the only way you will be able to be comforted in your choice and to enter in a long distance romance.

 

[sdrawkcab]

Here is my opinion:



Distance relationships like traditional relationships are built and sustained on trust. When you enter a LDR, you have to do it in good faith because that’s all you will have to keep you sane when your lover is so far away. If you start on the wrong track, it will only lead to self-doubt, suspicion and your romance will be sabotaged before you even know it. Keep in mind that feelings are your only comfort when your object of desire is miles away from your arms. Lacking physical proximity with your loved one can be devastating to your attitude towards your relationship. That’s why you need to invest in trust, honesty and communication from the beginning. This is the only way you will be able to be comforted in your choice and to enter in a long distance romance.

Agreed 100%, i actually can't see how to add anything onto that, its exactly my opinion. They are like close distance relationships in a lot of ways. LDR's require the same traits as CDR's on a personal level, trust, honesty, respect...and they are certainly real relationships. Although imo not many people can sustain these relationships effectively.

 

[Raven]

My mate has been with his girlfriend - I think they are getting engaged to for 3 years. She lives in the US, he lives in the UK. He stays there for 2 - 3 months, twice a year.

 

[Odie]

To me no.



I think they are impossible as you never meet the person, so why even bother?

 

[Raven]

People in LDRs meet up

 

[Flurry]

I think they can survive if you are willing enough.

 

[Nebulous]

Absence sharpens love, presence strengthens it.

 

[Zeeshan]

I actually dnt believe in long distance relation ships cause they never stand. Well we can't say it actually. It depends upon the people and their trusts and believes, thats it.

 

[JasonBegheFanGirl]

I was in a LDR with my now hubby for about six months before we met up. We were together nearly two years when we tied the knot in March. However, I knew him for about two years as friends before we dated. We're now happily married and have been for nearly two months.

So yes, they can work if you're really willing to put in the effort.

 

[Jazzy]

I was in a LDR with my now hubby for about six months before we met up. We were together nearly two years when we tied the knot in March. However, I knew him for about two years as friends before we dated. We're now happily married and have been for nearly two months.

So yes, they can work if you're really willing to put in the effort.

What a wonderful and happy ending.

 

[JasonBegheFanGirl]

What a wonderful and happy ending.

Thanks Jazzy.

 

[Nebulous]

That is a happy ending but I doubt many ppl are as lucky as you boogie.