All relationships take hard work and cooperation, but long-distance relationships require a little bit more. Many people believe that long-distance relationships will never last. However, if you put the effort in, it will be long-lasting and successful.

The first thing you must remember is that just because you are physically distant, you do not have to be emotionally distant. You should speak at least once daily over the phone or through a live video chat. Hearing your partners voice and seeing their face will help remind you why you’re in the relationship. Also, sending emails and texts, even just to say hi, will keep you feeling that much closer.

Plan to visit each other every few weeks if possible. The time that you are physically together should also be spent enjoying each others company and not being upset about being apart soon.

Be sure that you include your partner in your daily life. Whether you tell them about your day, send pictures, emails, texts or ask their opinion on things, this will bring you closer. Do not make it seem like you life without them is more pleasant and fulfilling.

Finally, the most important thing to do in a long-distance relationship is to remind your partner that you love and miss them dearly.