When entering into a long distance relationship, it is important to communicate your expectations and needs to one another. This will ensure that you are both on the same page and will help you avoid miscommunication about what your relationship
Change Your Perspective
While long distance can feel daunting, it is important to remember that your perspective and attitude can greatly impact how you and your partner approach and navigate this new phase of your relationship. It is normal and okay to feel
Long Distance Relationships Thrival Guide
Many couples find themselves in long distance relationships because of career shifts, job opportunities, continued education, and other life circumstances. It can be challenging to navigate and maintain a healthy relationship during long distance, whether it’s only for a few
Validation Communicates Acceptance
When you validate someone’s thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, it communicates support and acceptance, even if you don’t understand or have a different opinion.
Share Your Completeness
In a healthy relationship, both people to have their own lives, identities, and dreams, separate from one another. They are two complete beings, who choose to share their lives with one another.
Love Someone for Their Imperfections
In a healthy relationship, you are able to feel free and safe to be your true, authentic self without fear of judgement from the other person.
Listen Without Interrupting
Active listening deepens understanding and promotes healthy communication within relationships! Though it can be tempting to interrupt and get our point across, especially during moments of conflict, it is important to focus on what the other person in the relationship
Conflict is an Opportunity
Conflict is an inevitable part of relationships, and though it can seem scary, it doesn’t have to be a bad thing. When we use healthy relationship skills to repair conflict, it becomes an opportunity for us deepen intimacy and build
Express Love and Affection
Expressing your feelings of love and affection toward your partner shows them that they are valued, respected, and appreciated. Doing small things, such as holding their hand, giving them a kiss goodbye, or leaving a love note can go a
Relationship Maintenance
Checking in with yourself, as well as your partner, about what is or isn’t working in your relationship can help you make positive changes and work toward a stronger, healthier, and happier relationship.