Appreciation of each other
Posted on 26. Jan, 2009 by lisa in General Relationship Advice
I truly believe that one of the pros of long distance relationships is a sincere appreciation of your partner. I think it’s a lot easier for couples who live near each to lose their appreciation for each other compared to couples who live far apart. The separation, missing, loneliness, and all the other negative emotions that couples in long distance relationships go through means that an inherent sense of appreciation for each other must strongly exist (otherwise, we wouldn’t put up with all those negatives!).
The tough part can sometimes be communicating that appreciation. Make sure your partner knows how important they are to you.
Why can’t we be friends?! Simple rules of communication and empathy and respect can go such a long way in keeping couples together and life in harmony. Fortunately, the rules can be learned, even if you came from parents who weren’t very good role models.
Would also like to recommend this new book by Dr Gary Chapman -”Love is a Verb” It’s all about love and relationships, very moving and inspiring true stories –
http://www.bizymoms.com/books/love-is-a-verb/index.html
There is a contest as well to win an autographed copy of his new book “Love is a Verb” -
http://www.bizymoms.com/books/love-is-a-verb/contest.html