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It takes a lot of trust and commitment to be in a long-distance relationship, but how can you tell if your partner is really serious about it? You might be a little confused about how your partner feels when they’re in a different city or time zone, but there are so many clear signs that they’re in love with you. Keep reading so you can recognize all the ways your partner shows you that they’re fully committed to you in a long-distance relationship!
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QuestionHow do you keep a vibe in a long distance relationship?Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSWKelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
PsychotherapistYou should always focus on each person having their own individual life filled with hobbies and passions. It's never a good idea to make your whole life revolve around your partner, be it a long distance relationship or not. Remember that having passions is something that makes us desirable and attractive to our partners.
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Try talking to a relationship counselor if you’re still feeling unsure about your relationship. They can help you and your partner work through any issues you’re having.Thanks
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