Welcome to Love U. I’m your host, Tiffany Smith. Is massive mileage keeping you and your guy apart? Let Love U help you bridge the distance with “how to survive an LDR ( long distance relationship )”. In today’s society, long distance relationships, or LDRs, are more prevalent than ever. According to statistics （统计数据） compiled by the centre for the Study of Long Distance Relationships, there are over 14 million couples in the United States who live in different cities. So, how do you remain in love when you can’t even remain in the same zip code?
Most LDRs inevitably lead to mild depression. One of the most prescribed solutions is to remain social, even if you don‘t feel like it. And ladies, make sure that some of these new buddies （伙伴） are women, just to be safe.
Studies show that 70% of couples who don’t discuss the expectations of their LDR break up within the first six months. So, you are going to talk it out. If you are in an international romance, well, talking isn’t cheap.
So set up a VolP （网络电话）, which is a Voice over Internet protocol account on a site like Skype（聊天工具）, and if you both have accounts, well, then talking is free.
Research shows that when it comes to LDRs, the pen is mightier than the phone. So, guys, why not write down your thoughts in a classic love letter? And you probably have a webcam. So why not go ahead and read it yourself? LDRs don’t have to mean out of sight, out of mind. In most cases, out of sight can be, well “out of sight”. So live where you like as long as you both live in the state of love. See you next time.