Ups and Downs of Long-Distance Relationships

I've seen many clamour against the idea of such relationship. Many even going ahead to confess and argue that no good reason will make them venture into such a relationship. They believed that physical presence is a major factor for them, and so distance wasn't a welcomed idea. All persons have the right to their opinions, right? Some might have had experiences with such relationship that guaranteed them the confidence and certainty to question such a relationship, and turn the idea of it down ultimately.

Someone was speaking about how if it meant that one of them would get to a "faraway land", then the relationship will have to end. Many tend to believe in the physical connection as a morale for the relationship. That opportunity to sit with the person and be live, looking face to face and churn out issues or express words of affection. The absence of this physical presence meant an absence of this feeling, so some persons seem to put it out of consideration.

For some reasons many have expressed disagreement with the idea of a long-distance relationship. One of such is the believe that there will be unfaithfulness, lies and deceit in the relationship. This boils down to that belief in being physically present with the person as opposed to absence due to distance. But I believe in whatever sense, if a person will lie or be unfaithful, they will; be it close or distant.

The communication stress is another thing. Some find it hard to make such consistent schedule for calls, chats, video calls and the likes. What of network issues that might interfere as well? This when piled up might seem a burden and make the relationship end up becoming a work, and a burden as well. This has caused a number of persons to opt out of the idea.

I consider though that looking at the disadvantages, it can be a turning point for strengths also. Yes, some of these troubles with long-distant relationships can become strengths to the relationships.

Such a relationship can cause the persons involved to communicate more and become more conscious of each other. It builds more affection for the person due to the distance in between. From missing their presence, one gets to develop more affection for the other. And this will lead to a bigger bond in that relationship.

Also, when trust is established and maintained in such a relationship, it will lead to an ever-increasing trust and hence, ever growing affection in that relationship. If they can value you and keep to you while away, what do you think it will be like when they are around?

Nevertheless, as it is, everyone has their preference. And it is understandable when many decide that long-distance relationships doesn't and can't work for them. From experiences and stories and personal motivations, persons have agreed with their hearts on this. While on the other side, others still find it all right and working well for them. It's a matter of choice, a matter of resolve, a matter of agreement with oneself and holding unto that. What works for one might not work for another, and vice versa.

All images are AI generated

This is my entry for the #februaryinleo prompt, Day 19 in collaboration with Humanitas. You can participate here.

Thank you for reading through!