1. Communicate as much (or as little) as you need to feel connected.
We are living at a time when we have unprecedented round-the-clock access to one another. For those in a long-distance relationship, devoting extensive free time to catching up can be a tremendous gift—so long as you’re both on the same page about it.
2. “Be there” even when you can’t actually be there.
3. Remind your partner frequently what you love about your relationship.
4. Forge a secure attachment by supporting each other's interests.
5. Find a way to hang out together while apart.
6. Learn how to address important issues both remotely and in person.
7. Focus on the positive aspects of long distance.
8. Respect the reason why you’re apart.
9. When the time is right, create a long term plan for merging your worlds.