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Stay Close Even When You Are Apart.
20 lessons · 5 themes · practical tips in every lesson
Keep love strong across distance, time zones and busy times with warm daily habits.
THEME 1 · 4 LESSONS
Start Strong From Afar
Make a good plan together.
LESSON 01
Decide If Long Distance Is Right for You
40 Tips
LESSON 02
Set Clear Expectations
40 Tips
LESSON 03
Agree on How Often to Talk
40 Tips
LESSON 04
Plan an End Date or Goal
40 Tips
THEME 2 · 4 LESSONS
Stay Connected Daily
Little habits across miles.
LESSON 05
Share Your Day in Small Moments
40 Tips
LESSON 06
Use Video Calls Well
40 Tips
LESSON 07
Send Voice Notes and Photos
40 Tips
LESSON 08
Watch Movies and Play Games Together
40 Tips
THEME 3 · 4 LESSONS
Keep Trust Strong
Handle worry and jealousy.
LESSON 09
Handle Loneliness and Worry
40 Tips
LESSON 10
Handle Time Zones Kindly
40 Tips
LESSON 11
Be Honest About Your Feelings
40 Tips
LESSON 12
Build Trust Without Checking Up
40 Tips
THEME 4 · 4 LESSONS
Make Visits Special
Enjoy the time you have.
LESSON 13
Plan Visits You Both Love
40 Tips
LESSON 14
Make Goodbyes Easier
40 Tips
LESSON 15
Avoid Fights on Short Visits
40 Tips
LESSON 16
Make Everyday Life Together on Visits
40 Tips
THEME 5 · 4 LESSONS
Busy Seasons Together
Stay close when life is full.
LESSON 17
Stay Close During Exams, Work or New Baby Time
40 Tips
LESSON 18
Handle Shift Work and Travel
40 Tips
LESSON 19
Make Mini Dates in a Busy Week
40 Tips
LESSON 20
Plan the Future Together
40 Tips
Ideas in this topic come from
- The Long-Distance Relationship Guide (Chris Bell)
- Hold Me Tight (Sue Johnson)
- The 5 Love Languages (Gary Chapman)
- Attached (Amir Levine and Rachel Heller)
- Atomic Habits (James Clear)
Tips are written in our own words and are general guidance. The books are suggestions for further reading.
