They say, 'Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder' but this may not always be true in the case of long distance relationships.
If the absence is for a really long period of time or if both the partners are not comfortable with the situation it may create a rift in the relationship.
There are also other factors such as which of the two partners is leaving and who is staying back.
Out of the two, if you are the one who is leaving, you will come across new people, new places and perhaps even a new job.
At the same time, you will miss having your partner around to share the new experiences.
Those who stay away from home, often find that they go through phases when they are really excited and some phases when they are completely depressed.
On the other hand, if you are the one who is staying behind at home you will continue to have familiar people and places around you.
You will also enjoy having your family and friends around you.
You may miss having new experiences like your partner and your now-familiar daily routine may start to bog you down.
The secret to long distance relationships is to express your feelings honestly and letting your partner know how you feel.
Relationships often suffer because they start pretending everything is fine.
Slowly, the two partners reach a point where they are scared to admit that they are uncomfortable with the arrangement.
Soon they start accusing each other of having a better life.
All each of them actually wants is to be reassured that things are going to remain the same.
However, the couple gets beyond the point when they can actually tell each other about their real fears.
The best way to tackle long distance relationships is to actually discuss your true feelings.
Talk about both the positive and the negative aspects.
If you have to blame something or someone, blame the situation instead of accusing each other.
It is vital to keep in touch regularly if you want a log distance relationship work.
Use emails, text messages, telephone calls or whatever mode of communication you like to in order to stay connected.
Send small gifts to each other just to remind each other that you care.
Maintain of journal of events and experiences and share it with your partner when you meet.
This will help you get an insight into the other person's life.