Thursday, 26 June 2008

  • Long distance....just space in between~

    I hate when people say it never works. Actually i hate the word "never".....just because it didn't work for you, or because, you can't deal with one, doesn't mean it never will work out. You can take your negativity else where. All my serious relationship were long distance. Maybe its because i get bored of people easily, or the fact that i am sick of girls here.  Maybe i love my independence, or just a combination of some of these stuff.... I only consider dating someone here, once, maybe max twice. And when i did, it wasn't as grand. (people say being in one year of a long distance relationship, is like 4 years.)  It takes a lot of trust, patience and understanding, most people who never had been in one, would never understand. It only works when two people are committed to making the relationship work.

    You always find different ways of communicating..and sometimes you find things out about the person, you wouldn't find out face to face.....Being away from someone can help you to value them and you may be less likely to take them for granted.... When you do see them, it may be more special and exciting. The additional challenges and commitment of a long distance relationship might make the relationship stronger. Basically if you can do long distance relationship and come out of it, you basically can't withstand pretty much anything and everything.

    Yea i have been through it all, the happy times, the distrust, the sleepless nights. but i would do it again, because it just meant i was willing to go through that much with you, for you.

    Contrary to what the cynics say, distance is not for the fearful, it is for the bold~!

    Its not going to work if you're needy and constantly needing attention. Trust is also very important....When i am in a long distance relationship or any kind of relationship. I trust my girl. You can say, even to a fault...If you ask any of my ex's...I am not the jealous type. (if they wanted to go clubbing, i would be the first to say have fun, only to call me to make sure they got home safe...if they wanted to hang out with a guy, i would let them, unless they gave me any suspicion not too..) I give my woman freedom and hope that they don't take advantage of my faith in them. I have heard horrid stories of over protective guys these days, i am sure some of you ladies have met your share of those......(most guys aren't like this, and i would hope, they would know how lucky they were). I always figured if they were going to cheat on me, i can always do better. I never thought it would hurt as much as people was saying. Until it actually happened. ha
     
    Not having someone that you care about close to you, especially when you might need them for emotional support (or a hug!) can be tough. If you are feeling this way, you might ask for a hug from another friend or family member. Even though it's not the same, it can sometimes be a good substitute until next time you meet up...For some people, you might stray away or be tempted to cheat on the person. Your basically playing with fire. and most of the time, the other person gets burned. If you care about the person, why even risk it?

    Feeling lonely and sad at not being able to go out regularly and have fun, or be able to be more involved in their life. If you are feeling this way, give that person a call to say hi - hearing their voice might help you to work through the loneliness and look forward to your next meeting. 


    To those in one right now, i sympathize with with your situation. Patience is the key. Its with all relationship but especially a long distance one. My thoughts if not my heart goes out to you dreamers.

    I believe if you truly care/love someone....distance is just space in between. It is only as far apart as our hearts will let it.


Comments (44)

  • Reality_vs_Ideality@xanga
    i agree, but i think that there has to be progress and steps being made for the end goal to happen where you are together.  i think its also hard not being able to relate to the other persons day to day events and the people they are talking about, but yes, in the end its only space, and if the relationship is strong enough, it will thrive.
  • emotionallynotavailable

    @Reality_vs_Ideality - 



    yea its hard, but if its worth it. you make it happen. =P no if ends and buts about it. it all depends on how badly you want to make it work.
  • Missy_So@xanga
    I envy your optimism.
  • emotionallynotavailable

    @Missy_So - 



    i am all about positivity.....=)
  • Nieblung@xanga
    I agree with you, long distance relationships take commitment, dedication, patience and lots of LOVE. But you get to know your loved one very deeply and all the obstacles can be endured with trust and comunication.   I'm in a LDR and I'm very happy most of time, I love him very much and I hope to be his wife this Winter, so I guess it works for me, even if I would give anything to be together right now LOL
  • Sinfullpain@xanga
    hi...
    I think LDR can work cause I was in one for 3 1/2 years.
    sadly he decided Im not good enough anymore for him and broke up. but this wasnt because of the distance cause otherwise we would have live together a few months later.
    LDR are very hard but I think normals Rs nach be too.
    (when I look at my friends or sister)
  • petitetokio@xanga
    was in a long distance relationship for four years. its touuuuugh
  • suchablezy12@xanga
    very good point

    i just tried LDR and it didnt work ><
  • MissyLui@xanga
    You rock!!
    Yo, I finally remembered to pop in your 6.. I meant G-Mix. Good stuff there!

    Wish I know all the names of the songs except Track 1 to Track 16...

    Thanks much Oppa~
  • raspberryjade@xanga
    I've been in 2 long distance relationships. One did not work out, he ended up going to college and cheating on me, therefore becoming even more over-protective and abusive than he was before.

    The second one had its ups and downs, and though we're not technically "dating" right now we're still together and he's my best friend.

    anything can work, it all depends on the people!!
  • junana18@xanga

    I and my boyfriend are islands apart. He's in the north part of the country, opposite to where I live. We both keep in touch with each other. We exchange text messages everyday. Yes, long distance relationships require trust and faith. I have trust in him. And I know he has too in return. But why is it we're having arguments frequently? Sob. My friends kept saying our relationship won't work out. Well, I'm gonna show 'em they're wrong. I hope I can. I feel you. Great post.

  • DesTnysFantaC@xanga
    I believe long distance can work, granted all the terms you described above. My parents did it for 6 years and hear they are 22 years into their marriage (they married after us kids). In some cases, absence makes the heart grow fonder... while in others the contrary. My only issue is... from what I gather in your blog - and please correct me if I am wrong - you've had multiple long-distance relationships... are you still in one right now? with all intentions of making it everlasting? Because if not, doesn't that mean that they in fact did not work out? If that's the case, I'm just confused by how you can say it works...
  • kimi_thinks@xanga
    i was in a long distance relationship with my boyfriend for 8 months. although it was hard to go through, we made it through those 8 months and im glad summer is finally here. we're going to be attending the same college in the fall, so thank goodness.

    the point is, if two ppl want it to happen, it WILL happen.
  • jeweliette@xanga
    funny, my last ex didn't want to do LD with me bc he thought they don't work based on his past experiences. he gradually emotionally distanced himself from me knowing that I would go away but wasn't honest with me about it. when I arrived at school, alone and not knowing anyone, he hadn't called like he had promised. after like 5 days, I had to find him on MSN and ask him to call so that I could break up with him properly. how lame, but I think what hurt the most was knowing that he didn't care about me to even try LD.

    anyways, my 3 rules for making LD work, no matter how far: 1) both ppl must give 100% effort, maybe more but nothing less, 2) absolute loyalty, 3) there has to be some future pt. in time when you know that you will end up in the same place.
  • jleavitt22@xanga

    Totally agree with you. Long distance relationships are definitely for the bold. It puts a lot more risk since you're not with each other all the time, but if it ends up lasting... you knoow the love's pretty damn strong haha.

  • winspark@xanga
    i've been in long distance.  trust was not an issue b/c if it was then u shouldnt even be in one. it takes a lot of work to be in an LDR. and it will only work if both parties are willing to put forth the extra effort (yes it is exrta effort b/c it's long dist).  if you love enough, then distance shouldn't separate that love.
  • mypetiteness@xanga

    @emotionallynotavailable - 

    the 4 yrs is crazy. i just don't believe in it.
  • WhyMeSweetie@xanga
    i understand exactly what u wrote since i have had long distance relationships and i am still in one right now..
  • takoki@xanga

    awesome post. I always hear so much negativity about LD.

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