Q&A for How to Build Trust in Long Distance Relationships

Be honest with them. Share your feelings of fear, insecurity, jealousy, etc. Also, make sure that you communicate often with your partner. Try to update them on your life and its happenings, even simple and mundane stuff.

Set clear expectations. Ask each other: “What would you like to achieve at the end of the day?” “How long are we going to be apart?” “What is the plan for the future?” "How are we going to conduct our daily communication?" "How often do you want to talk to each other?"—these are some of the questions you both need to answer so you're in agreement about the relationship.

Conflict and argument are a natural part of any relationship. The key is to know how to “fight constructively” and address the core problem. You need to have good conflict resolution skills, or the ability to effectively resolve conflict and disagreement and work through the problems that will inevitably arise in a long-distance relationship.

Remind yourselves why you got together in the first place. Additionally, start planning your next trip to see each other. Even if it's far off, talking about what you will do together and planning in-person dates can give you something to look forward to.

Schedule time every day to talk to each other, as it's important to talk often. Make sure to use multiple modes of communication, such as texting, calling, and video chats. Be totally open so you can grow closer together.