Hi Sophie,

It’s not that long distance relationships never work (my sister has been in one for years and years), it’s more like most people can’t handle them well.

You have a few choices here:

1. Find a job within half an hour of him. Live simply. Or, he can move closer to you.

2. Treat the relationship lightly.

3. Don’t have all this pressure about seeing each other most weekends. I would almost rather have the pressure of seeing each other for an occasional long weekend, vacation or holiday than driving/flying out every. single. weekend. Maybe make it loose, like, “At least once a month. More? Great.”

4. It’s OK not to talk on the phone. Let days parade by.

5. Communicate through text, FB, Skype, etc.

Enjoy the unique “rhythm” of you long distance relationship.

Best,

Inky