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How to handle the absence of your loved one?

When a close relationship suddenly turns long distance, it can be difficult to adjust to a new routine. The best thing to do, however, is accept the change and embrace your new found freedom. When a live-in partner decides to take a job overseas for six months, for example, you'll more than likely be fraught at first. After all, they're not just your lover, but your buddy, too. You two might go for coffee every Saturday morning, they're your reliable dinner date, and the person who would microwave your

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Posted on May, 04, 2009 By sweettmaidenn

Very true about being able to pursue personal interests/goals in an LDR. I think if my boyfriend and I were in a normal relationship I would not be nearly as focused or as driven as I am in pursuing my career goals. Another plus: learning to really communicate well with each other. My bf and I have become each other's confidants and we are best friends because of our situation. Neither one of us was good at being open and vulnerable, expressing emotions, etc. until we found each other. We've reached a new height of deeper, more meaningful communication thanks to the distance.

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Posted on Dec, 31, 2008 By beh_joanna

its a nice article. it is exactly my situation right now. it is such a big help for me.

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Posted on Oct, 02, 2008 By Roger

Great article but I would like to had one point: DO NOT BE (excessively) jealous... I had a previous LDR and my jealousy killed it... When I found myself in a second LDR I applied the lesson learnt, and it is better for my partner, our couple and ME!

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