I will walk 500 miles… or will I?

You never know where and when a relationship will begin. You might meet interesting singles on holidays or on a business trip and, before you know it, you’re in a long-distance relationship. When you search for a relationship through an online dating service, there is an even greater chance of finding a long-distance relationship. At be2, you can search for singles across the country or only in your neighbourhood, depending on your preference. If you do decide to include singles anywhere in the country in your search, you should be prepared to commit to a long-distance relationship. Once you have found the single who is right for you through an online dating service, there is no turning back.
If a relationship can’t be physically close, you need to make a greater effort to remain close emotionally. Take the time to speak regularly and use all other means of communication available – if you met through an online dating service, your relationship probably started out with emails, IMs, text messages and you should keep these up.
Enjoy the positive aspects of a relationship that allows you more individual freedom. Relationships in close quarters often mean loss of individuality, lack of time spent with friends and family and constant bickering. In a long-distance relationship, you retain your individuality, have plenty of time for your friends and no trivial daily annoyances. Instead, you have an almost single lifestyle while apart and great relationship moments when together.
The time you spend together will be extra valuable, so cherish those things that aren’t half as special in a normal relationship. Don’t build up exaggerated expectations, trying to plan too much in a short period spent together. Just enjoy each other’s company and remember that you will be back to your single lifestyle soon enough.
Most importantly, keep working at it if you think the relationship is worth it. You can make any relationship work, even when there are miles between you.

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