Long distance relationships are not easy to maintain. Where distance separates couples and can make individuals feel lonely at times, the digital age works to bridge that gap. There are so many ways to stay connected with partners and friends through online social media platforms. Besides the typical social media apps like Instagram, Facebook, and…
Long distance relationships are not easy to maintain. Where distance separates couples and can make individuals feel lonely at times, the digital age works to bridge that gap. There are so many ways to stay connected with partners and friends through online social media platforms. Besides the typical social media apps like Instagram, Facebook, and…
Intimacy plays a significant role in human relationships. As we build a relationship with our partner both physical and emotional intimacy are essential in feeling satisfied in our relationship. Thus relationship intimacy is a fundamental component of maintaining healthy and fulfilling connections. In long-distance relationships emotional intimacy can be curated through deep and meaningful conversations,…
Love languages play a key role in relationships as partners discover how their significant other display and accept love. There are five well known love languages, these being physical touch, words of affirmation, acts of service, gift giving/receiving, and quality time. Love languages are important as they prevent miscommunication, allow for more fulfilling relationships, help…
It’s no secret that human relationships are extremely complex, with many different factors that determine relationship satisfaction, emotional well-being, and interpersonal development. Relationships develop over time through emotional closeness, mutual interests, and physical appeal. However, there is a common notion that long-distance relationships are more difficult to manage and maintain than short-distance relationships. I argue…
Long distance friendships have always existed but are much more prevalent in today’s society. While friendships are typically maintained through occurring face-to-face social interactions and physical self-disclosure, we are seeing more friendships blossom through different technologies and online social media platforms. As a society we are noticing that the best friends we could ever have…
Interpersonal relationships are a vital component to our overall mental health and personal wellbeing. When we find people who have gone through similar experiences, who have similar interests, or who we want to learn more about, we build a significant bond that fosters long lasting relationships. While we do need some personal time every now…
Intimacy plays a significant role in human relationships. As we build a relationship with our partner both physical and emotional intimacy are essential in feeling satisfied in our relationship. Thus relationship intimacy is a fundamental component of maintaining healthy and fulfilling connections. In long-distance relationships emotional intimacy can be curated through deep and meaningful conversations,…
Love languages play a key role in relationships as partners discover how their significant other display and accept love. There are five well known love languages, these being physical touch, words of affirmation, acts of service, gift giving/receiving, and quality time. Love languages are important as they prevent miscommunication, allow for more fulfilling relationships, help…
It’s no secret that human relationships are extremely complex, with many different factors that determine relationship satisfaction, emotional well-being, and interpersonal development. Relationships develop over time through emotional closeness, mutual interests, and physical appeal. However, there is a common notion that long-distance relationships are more difficult to manage and maintain than short-distance relationships. I argue…
Long distance friendships have always existed but are much more prevalent in today’s society. While friendships are typically maintained through occurring face-to-face social interactions and physical self-disclosure, we are seeing more friendships blossom through different technologies and online social media platforms. As a society we are noticing that the best friends we could ever have…
Interpersonal relationships are a vital component to our overall mental health and personal wellbeing. When we find people who have gone through similar experiences, who have similar interests, or who we want to learn more about, we build a significant bond that fosters long lasting relationships. While we do need some personal time every now…
Managing Long Distance Relationships Through Technology 