How to Keep the Spark Alive in a Long-Distance Relationship
For those that find themselves in towns, states, or even countries away from their partner, it’s crucial to find ways to keep the sexual flame alive. Keeping the spark alive in a long-distance relationship can be tricky when it comes to intimacy because of the physical limitations—but fear not! Here are 5 tips to keep your long-distance relationship hot.
Spend Quality Time Together
One of the hardest parts of a long distance relationship is finding new and creative ways to spend time together. While it’s fun to talk, sometimes you just need an activity. For a movie date, check out Teleparty, (formerly Netflix Party) a Google Chrome extension that allows users to watch Netflix in sync with one another. This, a bottle of wine, and your partner on Facetime will make it feel like you’re watching the movie together.
Keep the Spark Alive in a Long-Distance Relationship with Sexting!
The power of a surprise sext is not to be underestimated! Of course, you want to be sure your partner isn’t sharing their screen in a meeting when you send it, (oops!) but there is something to say about the element of surprise. If you feel like your conversations are getting a tad stale, try telling your partner what you wish you could be doing with (to?) them right now. Photos are always welcome!
Switch Up How You Communicate
A good morning and goodnight text are musts, but it’s also important to introduce some variety into a text-filled relationship. Try sending photos of yourself or voice recordings so that they can hear your voice throughout the day. If you just don’t have much to talk about on a particular day, try sending things as simple as GIFs, articles you found interesting, or a Youtube video that made you laugh. In a LDR, we sometimes have a tendency to over-communicate since conversation is what we depend on. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself to always have something to say as this can make you feel exhausted.
Keep the Spark Alive in a Long-Distance Relationship by Having Sex!
Yes, you can have sex in an LDR! You just have to be a little bit more creative and have the ability to laugh at yourself from time to time. Try talking on the phone or Facetiming while talking dirty to one another. Toys here can be great, especially the kind that are meant for LDR lovers!
Don’t be too hard on yourself if you feel a little bit awkward at first. Just remember that this vulnerability can actually help you feel a lot closer to your partner, which is the goal!
Plan to see each other
This one is huge. While it’s not always feasible to see each other every weekend, there is nothing that keeps the flame alive like having a set date to look forward to. One of the most beautiful things about an LDR is the excitement that builds around future plans, so make sure to talk about this often and to act on it. Simple actions like requesting that weekend off or actually booking those tickets can make your relationship feel committed, grounded, and real.
Long-distance relationships are a lot of work and certainly aren’t for everyone. It can be difficult to feel like your relationship is truly deepening when you’re apart, so it’s important to get creative in the way that you express your love. By keeping the flame burning, you can achieve the intimacy that knows no borders!
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