02/07/2022
Healthy relationships are just as important as exercising and eating clean foods for your overall well-being.
We met Feb 2016 during Mardi Gras (first pics). We started a long distance relationship June 2017 (second pic), some people may try and convince you otherwise but it IS possible to maintain a long-distance relationship!
So what does it take to survive, maintain and thrive in a long-distance relationship or any relationship?
1.Communicate as much or as little as you need to feel connected. Some people enjoy texts throughout the day, phone calls before bed, and a “good morning” text or video call. Others are okay with checking in less often. Everyone is different and it’s important to discuss your expectations and modify them whenever necessary to be on the same page. Neither person should feel as though too much is being demanded so be honest about what you can commit to and ask your partner to do the same. Plan trips and weekends so you have something to look forward to!
2. Pay close attention. Research indicated that people who are most satisfied in their relationship are those who agree that their partner responds to their “emotional calls.” Emotional calls are thousands of tiny attempts to connect with one another. Both partners are mindful, aware, and responsive to even the smallest interactions you have, including bids for attention, affection and support.
3. Be selfless sometimes. When you’re in a relationship with someone you’re part of a team. Making decisions that support the team is essential to creating a strong foundation of satisfaction and trust. Every day you’ll be confronted with decisions that either support you (the individual) or you two (the partnership). Be mindful of actively making “pro-relationship” decisions that benefit both of you and your partner which will strengthen your bond and demonstrate your willingness to prioritize the relationship.
Remember you both have to commit to the relationship if you want it to work.