Dr Pam Spurr

Five Top Tips for Long Distance Relationships

Five Top Tips for Long Distance Relationships

1/ Feeling neglected is a massive culprit in ruining long-distance relationships. You might know you’re thinking of your partner miles away but they can’t read your mind! Keep up a steady flow of calls, texts and e-mails.

2/ Don't put huge pressure on yourselves by placing big expectations on how “amazing” it’ll be when you finally get together. Chill-out a bit, say you're looking forward to seeing them, but don't raise expectations so high that the weekend can’t live up to it.

3/ Build the trust because it's crucial to your relationship’s success. If you say your going to ring them at a certain time, or arrive on a particular weekend, then stick to the plan.

4/ Occasional surprises will keep you two completely loved-up. Post them a little gift, send flowers for no reason at all, or show up on their doorstep a-day early.

5/ Turn up the flirting when you chat on the phone. Flirting makes you both feel fabulous and loved-up despite the ocean between you. Make it as hot as you want to as phone sex will keep you both satisfied.