1. Try to communicate as often as possible (better every day) via text messages, video chats and letters.

2. challenge the distance and do things together. Think about it, because lovers who live next to each other spend most of their time not talking, but spending some time together. And at a distance it is also possible, for example, watch the same show or movie at the same time.

3. communicate in all possible ways. Since you can't see each other every day.

4. Don't try to control your partner. As long as you are both interested in the relationship, you will keep it going.

5. Discuss your plans for the future together so you know where you are headed.

Any relationship is hard work. A long-distance relationship is a job that is several times harder. But complicated doesn't mean impossible!