Dating a foreign person is exciting. As you have your online chats or face to face conversations, you don’t only know more about who the person is and what he or she likes. You also learn more about the person’s culture, country, and way of life. All of these can be exhilarating and refreshing because it is all new. However, you need to remember that dating a foreign person doesn’t come without challenges. Before Dating a Foreign Person, You Have to Consider the FollowingDating a foreigner has its downs, just like any other relationship. In most cases, it involves communicating through the internet while being in a long-distance relationship. It could be worth it, but we all know that it requires a lot of work for the relationship to become successful. Before you jump into this situation, it’s best to ask yourself the following questions for you to be certain that you’re ready: 1. Am I emotionally ready to date someone who isn’t with me physically?The longing you will feel will be great. I once dated someone from New York. We were already friends before he left my city for the Big Apple. When his family migrated, we began talking online, and then pursued an online relationship. When we were still a couple, we always wished that we got into a relationship before he left because the longing to be with each other was too great. 2. Will the communication barrier be a big deal?Communication is a big deal when you are in a long-distance relationship. It would be great if you can both speak English fluently. However, there will still be misunderstandings, especially if English isn’t the first language for you both. You need to figure out if you have enough patience when this happens. 3. Am I ready to stand up for our relationship?Whether you like it or not, there will be those who will blatantly show how they dislike you dating a foreign person. On your date’s side, it is probably the same. I remember when I first started going out with a gentleman named John. He was great, but his family wasn’t too keen on him dating a Latina woman. Eventually, John caved in, and we went our separate ways. 4. Can I keep up with the communication needs of this relationship?One of the hardest parts of dating a foreigner and being in a long-distance relationship is the timing. Everything can get screwed up easily when you have different time zones. It would be a total disaster if your morning time would be your date’s night time. One has to sacrifice and compromise to maintain good communication. 5. Financially, is it possible for us to visit each other?If neither of you in a relationship is financially capable of visiting each other, it’s going to be even more challenging. Yes, it’s possible to save up, but saving requires time. For you, that’s time lost. If you had the means financially, you would be able to book a plane ticket anytime and go. 6. Will I be able to get over my trust issue?Let’s be honest. We hold some baggage from the previous relationships we’ve had. We take the baggage with us wherever we go. If one of your issues is about trust, then you have to know that your suspicious way of thinking will worsen when you are in a long-distance relationship. You won’t be able to see your partner 24/7. With trust issues, you have this feeling that your partner is lying in some way even though the person isn’t. Would you be able to get over this? 7. Will we have the same level of commitment to make the relationship work?Lastly, let’s talk about how committed you and your future date are going to be. Do you remember the guy from New York I told you about earlier? We weren’t really on the same page when it came to commitment. He wanted to focus on his art and career, while I was trying to make things work. It was like I was investing 100% while he only put in about 50% (the other 50% goes to his career). I became frustrated, and I felt neglected. As you may have guessed, it did not work out at all. The problem with most of us is that we jump into dating a foreign person with the wrong perspective. When the challenges arrive, we are not equipped to handle any of them because we went into a situation that we thought would be easy and problem free. We usually focus too much on the lovey-dovey stuff that we fail to see and prepare ourselves for the difficulties to come. The post Questions to Ask Yourself Before Dating a Foreigner appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/questions-to-ask-yourself-before-dating-a-foreigner/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/179205505878
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If celebs can do it, so can youIf you are in a long distance relationship, then no one needs to tell you about all the struggles. The good news is that you and your partner are not alone and there are many couple goals out there for you to learn from. Celebrities, in particular, have a way of making their LDRs work better than any normal relationship could despite their distance and hectic schedule. That too could be your story if you follow these eight simple rules of online dating tried and tested by the stars. Pro tips from the stars“… facetime and phone calls…” – Kevin WendtThis Canadian heartthrob fell in love with Bachelor Nation alum Ashley I. on the spinoff show Bachelor Winter Games. He believes that what kept their relationship going while it lasted was constant communication. He would always call, and video chat with his beau even when she was busy. That is important in LDRs as it keeps things interesting and keeps you and your partner constantly connected. “For every single night he’s away he leaves me a love letter.” – Nicole KidmanSmall romantic gestures go a long way according to A-list actress Nicole Kidman. Because of work commitments, she and her husband were apart a lot. To make up for this, her prince charming would leave lovely little notes and letters; one for each night he was away. You do not have to do the same thing for your LDR partner. Figure out something sweet that will make him or her smile and feel loved. “… always try to make sure to see each other.” – Sarah HylandMany celebrities in the long-distance relationships have rules on how long they can bear to stay away from each other. For most of them, two weeks is the limit. It applies for celeb couples like Prince Harry and Meghan, George and Amal Clooney as well as Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams. If you do not have pockets as deep as these stars, then this might not work out the same. However, it is still important to ensure that you have a reasonable time limit between physical visits. That way you both have something to look forward to and to keep you going through the tough times. “Don´t censor yourself and just be open.” – Vanessa HudgensVanessa Hudgens and Austin Butler tasted the not so sweet life of long-distance dating when the latter had a project to film in New Zealand. The two swear by complete honesty and vulnerability as the answer to most if not all LDR problems. That couldn’t be any truer. It is important to be unapologetically open about your feelings in such a situation. It is truly the only way to make sure that your partner knows what you expect and what could make you unhappy. “… share moments…” – Khloe KardashianJust because you are hundreds or thousands of miles apart, it doesn’t mean that you cannot hang out. That is what video chat services are made for. You get to do ordinary things like watch TV together, have cook-offs or even work out without being in the same location. It is something that worked for Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson. “… we text a lot and send photos of feet…” – Clare DanesBeing cute and silly is another great way to keep things interesting in an LDR. It is ok to not act your age every once in a while. Send him a photo of you makeup-free with a funny pose. Or send her a photo of the Armageddon-proportion mess you made in the kitchen as you attempted to make some French toast. These light moments help strengthen your bond as a long distance couple. “A lot of trust…” – Bryan GreenbergBryan and his A-list actress wife Jamie Chung are another pair that make LDRs seem like a cakewalk. Their secret is learning how to trust one another. It is a skill whose importance in such setups could not possibly be emphasized enough. “… can we just have sex, please?” – Kendra Wilkinson BaskettFinally, it is important to give attention to the physical intimacy aspect of the relationship as Kendra Wilkinson so wisely points out. It is important as it assures both you and your beau that the physical chemistry is still on. Again, finances might prevent you from hopping onto a plane and visiting your significant other for a surprise booty call. However, if you are comfortable with it, you could try phone sex or sexting to keep things hot. The post 8 Celeb Tips for Maintaining a Healthy LDR appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/8-celeb-tips-for-maintaining-a-healthy-ldr/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/178692813853 Daters bewareFinding love online can be very fulfilling. After weeks, months or even years of searching, you finally have something to show for all the hard work. However, before you go planning your wedding and singing happily ever after you need to understand that the journey isn’t over yet. Long distance dating can be very challenging. One of the biggest obstacles you have to overcome is that of knowing who you can trust. It has become an issue because there are so many scams out there it makes online dating feel more like a dance through an active minefield than a journey to find love. It is important to inform yourself if you have any hope of protecting yourself. To help you, here are five of the most common long-distance relationship scams and how to keep yourself safe. Five common LDR scams1. The ‘I’m in trouble send me some money’ scamIt is truly the oldest one in the book and here is how it goes. It usually starts off innocently enough. You meet someone online, they are the picture of perfection, and they tick every box you have. As can be expected in such accelerated situations, falling in love is more or less inevitable. Then one day she/he calls telling you of some devastating experience. It could be anything from a sudden illness or arrest to frozen accounts. They then proceed to ask you for financial assistance to help get them out of the tricky spot. The worst thing about this scam is that you never know who is genuinely in need and who is just using you. The best thing to do is take the skeptical route and refuse to help. This is one of AmoLatina’s top safety tips: never send money to someone you don’t know personally. It might attack your conscience, but it is for your own good. 2. The always-unavailable-for-video-call scamOne of the best ways to verify the identity of someone you are speaking to online is by setting up a video call. It is the only way to know whether the person is as attractive in real life as they are in those photos. One common scam related to this is the one where they claim to be unavailable every time you want to make a video call. The excuses range from poor internet connection to lack of webcams. If your new LDR partner is all elusive in this manner, then you might want to consider moving on because there is something fishy there. 3. Good old fashioned catfishingThis scam is in a lot of ways related to the unavailable for video call scam. However, there is so much more to catfish scams than fake physical identities. Sometimes, the person will lie about their whole life while using their real pictures and allowing video interaction. You might think you are speaking to a college educated business person while in real life they are an unemployed ex-convict. This type of scam is common, and you need to be willing to ask all the hard questions needed to verify that the person is who they claim to be. 4. The blackmail scamWhen dating someone whom you have never met, it is always important to hold back on revealing sensitive information. The most important here is sexual information. Avoid at all costs sending nude photos or other sexually suggestive material. It is a real concern because there is a new trend of sexual blackmail cropping up in the online dating community. Here, the person you are dating demands money in exchange for them not making your sensitive photos and other information public. 5. The physical visit scamThis scam is another popular way that long distance relationship scammers use to get money from unsuspecting singles. You meet someone amazing online, and they are dying to meet you. However, they claim that they cannot afford travel expenses and would like your help. What happens in such cases is that after you send the money, some sudden complication comes up that stops them from visiting. Afterward, there is a big chance that you will not get to hear from them again. Bottom lineWith all this information it should be easier for you to avoid getting scammed. However, do not let this reality water down your hopes of finding love online. There are many good guys and girls out there genuinely looking for love. So wear your heart on your sleeve without any shame or hesitation. Just make sure also to guard it fiercely and give it to none but the most deserving out there. The post Safe Online Dating: 5 Long Distance Dating Scams You Should Be Aware Of appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/5-ldr-scams-to-be-aware-of/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/178373405863 When LDR fights become toxicFighting with your long-distance relationship partner can be a challenge. There is something about the conflict in close proximity that makes it so much easier to solve. However, this doesn’t mean that your relationship will crumble from one fight if you live far from each other. The most important thing in such relationships is to know how to fight the right way. Here are nine tips and tricks that should help you air your grievances and hear your partner out. That way you can get quick solutions and get back to your happily ever after in no time. How to fight fair1. Never, under any circumstances, hang upThat is the number one rule for fair fighting in long distance relationships; never hang up. It doesn’t matter how angry you are or how fed up with the argument you have become. It is not only rude and hurtful but also not the most mature way to handle things. Remember that you are dealing with the challenge of distance and your partner cannot follow you when you choose to walk away. So if you get to a breaking point, ask for a recess. You can resume when you both are calmer. 2. Calm down tigerFighting when you are mad is never a good idea. In the heat of the moment, you might end up saying something that you won’t be able to take back. So, relax; take a breath and then calmly present your point of view. That also makes it easier for your partner to understand where you are coming from. 3. There’s this fun thing called listening. Try it!It is very important to speak your mind when you disagree with your long-distance partner. However, never assume that you are the only one with something to say or worse that you are always right. Listen to them and get to understand how they feel. That makes coming to an amicable conclusion so much easier. 4. Choose the right communication channelWith long-distance relationship fights the channel used makes a huge difference. Video calls on AmoLatina are the best way to go. One of the main reasons for this is the fact that you get to see their face and ready expressions as well as body language. It is also important as unlike texts; you can sustain a steady conversation without constantly interrupting each other. 5. Don’t ignore the small stuffIt is the little things you think that do not matter that will come to bite your long-distance relationship in the gluts. It could be that she doesn’t like how late you are at replying to her texts. Or maybe he feels that he makes all the effort to visit and spend time with you. These are not exactly relationship death sentences, but they could easily become that if they are left unaddressed. So, if you don’t like something, however insignificant it seems, be open about it before it is too late. 6. Be honest even when it hurtsHonesty is everything in long distance relationships. When it comes to fighting right then, it is the secret that could save your love. Honesty might hurt at first, but it will make it clear to your partner what you like or don’t like and prevent recurrence of disappointing behavior. 7. … but do not be meanIt is important to be honest, but you should never use it as a weapon with long distance relationship arguments. Find ways to speak your truth without hurting your partner. Even if it means sandwiching hard reality between complements or softer blows. 8. Do not digressIt is very easy to get carried away in the heat of the moment and start arguing about non-issues. You will find yourself arguing about that one time a hundred years ago when he didn’t call you back when the argument was initially about why you are unhappy with your intimacy levels. Try your best to stay focused and handle one issue at a time. 9. Don’t forget you love him/herFinally, remember that you are on the same team. It doesn’t matter how mad they are getting you right now. You have worked too hard to get where you are so instead of always fighting each other, fight for each other. ConclusionIn a nutshell, try your best to be civil and understanding. It doesn’t matter whether you are fighting about inconsistent communication or alleged infidelity. The nine tips on how to fight fair should come in handy if you want to keep your long-distance relationship alive. The post 9 Ways to Fight Fair in Long Distance Dating appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/9-ways-fight-fair-in-ldr/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/177864393108 There are many different opinions out there about long-distance relationships. Some think they are worth fighting for with unique benefits you won’t get anywhere else. Others believe they are a total frustrating waste of time. This conflict can be daunting especially if you just got into a long-distance relationship of your own. The truth is that everyone is entitled to their opinion and most of these are based on personal or second-hand experiences. So, even those strongly against this setup have a point or two. Stats that prove it is worth the riskThere is, however, some good news. Scientists and relationship experts from all over the world have conducted studies that prove long-distance relationships are actually amazing. And you can’t argue with facts and hard evidence, can you? The numbers show that your long-distance relationship is not only worth fighting for but might even be more fulfilling than ordinary relationships. Let’s take a look at some of the surprising statistics about LDR. 1. Effect on healthPeople in long-distance relationships tend to be healthier than those in close proximity relationships. This is according to a study that was conducted by Northwestern University on 150 married couples. Those in LDRs demonstrated more signs of mental and physical health. The signs included higher energy levels and less stress. The researchers attribute this to the independence afforded to individuals in these types of relationship. Having time to yourself every day ensures that you get to take care of yourself properly. This means healthy lifestyle choices including a better diet, regular physical activity, and improved sleeping patterns. 2. Levels of fulfillment and contentmentThis one might come as a shocker to most long-distance relationship skeptics, but LDRs are more fulfilling than ordinary relationships. This is according to many specialists and relationship experts including Queen’s University Ph.D. student Emma Dargie. So, how can this be when there is so much frustration from being apart nearly all the time? The answer is simple: absence truly does make the heart grow fonder. Experts have demonstrated how being physically apart makes couples value time together more than those who are in ordinary relationships. This translates to happier and more content couples with higher chances of succeeding in the long run than their close proximity counterparts. 3. Distance isn’t the worst thingIf you are in a long-distance relationship or about to enter one, you probably firmly believe that distance is the greatest challenge you will face. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, this geographic limitation might end up being the least of your worries. Many people in long distance relationships have reported that being let down by their partners is worse than being far away from them. It could be that your significant other isn’t making as much of an effort to communicate as you wish. Or maybe the two of you are not being honest about your expectations regarding substitutes for physical intimacy are concerned. Not having these seemingly small needs met might end up being your undoing as a couple. The good news is that this challenge is very easy to fix. All you need to do is, to be honest about exactly what it is you expect from your partner. This makes the conversion into reality a whole lot easier and reduces instances of disappointment and frustration. 4. The depth of connections and intimacyA 2013 study by Cornell University and the University of Hong Kong on 63 couples produced results that shocked the world. Of these subjects, about half were in long distance relationships. The investigations sought to determine, among other things, how connected and emotionally intimate each couple felt. The LDR couples performed exceptionally well with their depth of connection being significantly higher than that of normal relationships. But how can two people who hardly ever meet in person be closer than people who (practically) live together? Sounds unusual, huh? The results don’t mean that people in ordinary relationships aren’t connected or intimate. It just means that couples in long distance relationships do it better. It has a lot to do with the desperation to be as open and vulnerable as possible in the little time spent together. 5. The power of certaintyOne of the best things about long distance relationships is the relative degree of certainty provided. It has been shown to be significantly higher than what you would get with couples who are geographically closer. So, what exactly does certainty mean? You know when you will get to see the person next. You know what you are working towards. You know that the distance is temporary. Knowing all this doesn’t necessarily mean that it is guaranteed to go as planned. However, the assuredness creates a sense of emotional security that you can look forward to with this type of relationships. 6. Quality vs. quantity of time spent togetherCouples in close geographical proximity more often than not spend more time together. This is especially the case for those who live together. Unfortunately, this proximity does not always translate to great interactions. There is something about knowing that you get to see this person whenever you want that makes people take time together for granted. If you are in a long-distance relationship, however, you probably make better use of your time. With your busy schedule, you know that getting the time to reply to that text or return the call isn’t easy. This makes LDR couples more appreciative of time together leading to higher quality interactions. It goes without saying here that quality beats quantity when it comes to building stronger relationships between long-distance couples. Bottom lineAre long distance relationships worth a shot? The math says yes. If you are considering, about to get into or neck deep in one of these, you now have facts to back up your hopes. So the next time an LDR doubter tries to get you down just hit them with one of these stats. It will be game over there and then. The post The Math Behind Long-Distance Relationships May Surprise You appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/the-surprising-math-behind-ldrs/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/176652183833 Distance is not the end-all of relationshipsIf you are in a long-distance relationship, then you know better than anyone else how much of a gigantic bummer they are. It’s the little things like long hugs after work and kisses on the cheek while on dates that you miss the most. The monotony of scheduled calls and video chats also takes its toll on most couples making the experience harder. What you probably do not know is that there is a lot that you can do with your partner even when you’re physically apart! Below are ten date ideas you should try to spice things up and better connect with your long-distance beau. 10 ways you can have fun together… but apart1. Movie or TV show marathonsThis is the easiest long-distance date idea to plan and carry out. There are different ways to do this, but they all require you to be constantly communicating. You could be watching the movie separately but keeping in touch through texts to share your reactions. Or you could make it more intimate by using a video call to actually watch each other’s reaction to the movie. Pick a night of the week and make it your regular movie date. Or follow a show together and make it your thing by becoming a fandom couple. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: AmoLatina.com – Features and Services Review. 2. Play some online gamesThis is a very versatile date idea. It is especially awesome if you and your significant other are avid gamers. Playing together or even against each other allows you to bond over something you love while hanging out and having fun. If you have never played a video game in your life, do not fret; this idea is still valid. There are many other types of games you can play online. You could play online poker, monopoly, chess, ‘20 questions’, or whatever else. The point is that you both challenge each other and get to enjoy yourselves. 3. Cook togetherLove cooking? How about a cook-off with your beau? You could try the same or different recipes and be your own judges. Honestly speaking though, it isn’t really about how the meal turns out. It is about spending time together and creating something at the same time. In this case, cooking while on a video call is a great idea. It gives the sense that he or she is in the kitchen with you and makes it all that much more fun. 4. Take fun online classesAnother great way to spend time together while apart is taking online classes together. It is important that you both find something that you are good at or at the very least interested in. It could be a business class, a flying class, a research class or whatever else you find. To make it more interesting, synchronize your class schedules if you can so you can both attend class simultaneously. The good thing with this date idea is that it increases your common interests and gives you a whole lot more to talk about. 5. Improvised scavenger huntsA scavenger hunt might be a little harder to plan while apart but it is without a doubt super fulfilling. For it to work, at least one of you needs to understand the city, neighborhood or house layout. Also, instead of leaving clues all over the place simply send them in the form of texts or deliver them through calls and let the hunter call back when they figure it out. The best part is planning the surprise reward at the end. Here, let your imagination do all the work. It could be a care package with romantic gifts that you sent through the post office. Or maybe it is a surprise letter you left in their closet on your last visit. It could even be something fun and naughty like a video sex call as a reward for all the hard work. Remember that it is all up to you how you want the game to end. 6. Dance partyIf you both love music and dancing, then the distance must be really playing games on your minds. I mean, you probably don’t want to go to the club without your person, but you miss letting loose. If this is the story of your life, then a dance party should be your number one long distance relationship date idea. As with most other date ideas on this list, you will need to do this one while on a video call. Just come up with a killer playlist of your favorite songs and get dancing. 7. Work out togetherA couple that works out together stays together. Couple workouts are a great way to bond while away from each other. These days, there are numerous apps and online services designed for this specific niche. They allow you to plan activities together and monitor each other’s progress. That way, you are still fitness buddies despite being separated by hundreds or even thousands of miles. 8. Virtual toursA virtual tour is a great idea, especially for couples where one party has moved somewhere new. Now you get to show your love the new city or the new apartment and bond over what you like or don’t like about the new environment. Another awesome virtual tour idea for long distance date nights is virtual haunted house trips. Get the crap scared out of you together with one of the many online scare or escape houses. Word of caution though, if you scare easy, this might not be the best date idea for you because there’s no one to hold on to through all those jump scares. But if you and beau have balls the size of Texas then try it out and see if you can handle it. 9. Simple catch-up video callsSometimes all you need is some alone time together with no distractions. In this case, nothing hits the spot better than a long video call after work. You get to see them and remind yourself of how much you love that smile or the twinkle in their eyes. You get to know what’s been going on in their lives. It is simple, yet highly effective when it comes to bonding while apart. 10. Surprise visitsFinally, why not give your partner a heart attack by visiting them unannounced? Plan a visit and surprise them! Trust me; this one-on-one interaction beats every other idea on this list 10-nil. ConclusionAll these dates are super easy to plan and execute. All you need is an adventurous spirit and a great internet connection. Feel free to come up with other date ideas based on what you and your partner love to do. Just remember that it is all about spending extra time together and having as much fun as possible. The post 10 Creative Date Ideas for Long-Distance Couples appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/creative-date-ideas-for-ldr/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/176438544863 It’s hard to face facts, but the truth is, being in a long-distance relationship is no joke. You have to put in twice as much effort for the relationship to work. You have to make up for the lack of physical presence and intimacy. Despite this, it doesn’t come without merits. Studies say that couples in long-distance relationships are better at communication. Also, if you find an online dating site that has the right features, you don’t have to worry about losing your connection with your future partner. AmoLatina Has the Right Features to Grow Your RelationshipOne website that has all the right features to help you get and grow a relationship is AmoLatina.com. It is a leading online communications platform that connects Westerners with singles from Latin America. So, how does a premium site like AmoLatina better relationship?Anti-Scam Policy & Security MeasuresFirst, members can date without worrying about their safety. This gives them a better chance at finding the one that they are destined for without getting distracted or being limited. When it comes to being in a relationship already, AmoLatina is devoted to enhancing security measures so daters can continue to grow their relationship without thinking about their messages and information being leaked online. When a member reports something not right happening and the site does encourage its members to do so, AmoLatina takes it very seriously. If a member was reported, the team will conduct an investigation that will check if the reported member is, indeed, guilty. Once this has been proven, a full credit reimbursement will take effect, and the offending member will be removed and blacklisted from the site. AmoLatina’s Safety Team is hard at work in the background to ensure that there isn’t any suspicious activity happening. Communication ToolsThe most important tools that AmoLatina has for growing a relationship are its communication features. These premium features and services facilitate the connection between would-be couples. All services are available on the desktop version of the site as well as their mobile app. Here’s how AmoLatina does it: Live & Video ChatThe Live Chatting feature allows members to chat in real time. If Video Chatting is your choice, both you and your partner can see each other at the same time while exchanging short messages. It doesn’t replace talking face to face, but it is the next best thing as users can see each other as they read and reply to messages instantly. It’s like having a conversation in real life. Photo/Video ExchangeWhile you and your significant other are online or video chatting, you can exchange photos and videos through the chat box. You will easily find the buttons for this as the chat box has an easy-to-understand user interface. By exchanging photos and videos, you have something to look at and appreciate while your partner isn’t online. You can even show your friends the photos and videos that your new partner has sent you. In this way, your friends and family can get to know your new love. Email ServiceSometimes, we can better express how we feel when we write it on paper. Since this isn’t possible through AmoLatina, letter-writing was converted into emailing. It functions just like the usual emailing system that most of us are used to. It is through this that you can compose digital love letters to send. Your sweetheart can then store them safely inside his or her inbox. Offline MessagesIf you never want to miss a message from your new love, the Offline Messages feature will come in handy. Even when you are offline, you’ll still be able to receive and read messages from other people. This is ideal for a long-distance relationship set up because the two people in the relationship might have different time zones. PresentsThe “Presents” service is unique to AmoLatina. It allows members to select a physical gift and send it to the person they have been corresponding with. There are pre-chosen options like flowers, perfumes or candy. Those who wish to make use of this service will have a variety to choose from. The communication tools will definitely help any relationship grow on AmoLatina, but it is the Presents feature that will ultimately make any occasion a little bit extra. For example, if it is your first six months anniversary with your online love, then you can mark it with a present. You don’t have to use this feature every time, but it does come in handy, not just for anniversaries but, for birthdays and holidays. You don’t have to fuss over what you’re going to get or figure out how you’re going to get a present to the person you care for because AmoLatina will take care of everything. They will even send a photo proof of your lady or gentleman holding the gifts you’ve chosen to give. Strengthen Your Bond with AmoLatinaAs mentioned earlier, long-distance relationships are hard work. You have to wake up at a certain time to Live Chat. Or, you have to make room in your schedule for a Video Call session. But, meeting a special person online doesn’t mean that you have to pass up the chance to see where your connection might lead to just because of the distance. That’s the beauty of online dating and AmoLatina – it makes people realize that distance is no longer an obstacle for two hearts to connect. If you’d like to know more about AmoLatina and its different services, please visit www.amolatina.com. The post How AmoLatina Helps Their Members Have a Better Relationship appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/amolatina-helps-relationship/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/176336934818 In one of our previous posts, we mentioned AmoLatina.com, a premium Latin communications platform that facilitates relationships between Westerners and singles from South America. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at this popular site. We’ll discuss what the site is, the services it offers and who can sign up with it. First ImpressionsTaking a look at how the site presents itself – the first thing that pops up (that AmoLatina clearly wants to emphasize) is their take on member safety. The words ’protection’, ’verification’ and ’secure’ stand out on the front page. Since online dating can be such a risky sport, the sight of a portal taking member protection seriously is very welcome. A link at the bottom of the page directs you to a list of tips on how to protect yourself in online dating. It also lays out some of the site’s Anti-Scam Policy and provides information about how to report suspicious activity on the platform. Features and ServicesAnyone getting into online dating will typically first look for communication services. AmoLatina offers quite a few; some are free, others require purchasing credits. Firstly, there’s the well-regarded Live Chat where members can get in direct contact with one another. You can use this to connect with interesting members, send pictures and video clips. There are also several video features. The good thing is you can record an introductory video of yourself and view those of others. It’s definitely something that comes in handy in the online space as you can get a feel for who the other person is. Members also have the option of one-way or two-way webcam interaction. Another useful feature of the site is e-mail. It’s a service most useful to those of us who don´t enjoy chatting back and forth for hours on end and love sending/reading longer texts. By far, the most interesting feature on the site is its ‘Send a Present’ feature. This is a unique service you can use to send small gifts to your favorite members. Packaging and shipping will all be taken care of for you. This service is helpful if you truly want to create a more meaningful online relationship. The Members and Signing UpFirstly, as the name implies, the focus is on members of Latin origin. AmoLatina has singles from countries like Brazil, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Argentina, and more. Both men and women, who are at least 18 years of age are welcome to sign up for the site. Signing up, by the way, is free of charge! And the sign-up process is super straightforward and easy – you can register with regular e-mail, Gmail or Facebook. If you enjoy the site and want full access to all the features and services, you will have to upgrade your profile to a premium membership. Unlike some other dating portals, the premium membership is affordable. An absolute necessity in the modern dating world is providing your services via an app and AmoLatina has taken care of that area as well. AmoLatina’s mobile app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the iTunes store. Overall ExperienceThe AmoLatina online dating portal is easy to access and easy to use. It targets all areas relevant to dating online. Most importantly, potential threats to member safety and user-friendliness of communication features are the main focus of the site. The features are plentiful and help make your online dating experience enjoyable. The post AmoLatina.com – Features and Services Review appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/amolatina-services-review/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/176014091698 Long distance relationships have been subject to skepticism and criticism for a very long time. Most people simply do not believe that they can work. Truth be told, dating someone who is far away is not easy. It doesn’t matter whether they are in a different city or halfway around the world. However, for every challenge you face with LDRs, there is a perk to enjoy. There is also the fact that with constant communication, patience, and honesty all the challenges are very easy to overcome. The best news? Science has actually proven that long distance relationships do work! And who are we to argue with science, right? Below is a comprehensive review of long-distance relationships in terms of common challenges and what science says we should do to make things easier. Long-distance relationships are not easy…Truth be told, there is some merit to what LDR skeptics have to say about these relationships. They are seriously challenging. The worst part is that you get to deal with these unique set of setbacks in addition to the existing challenges of regular relationships. Below are four of the most common things that make long distance dating so hard. – Limited physical intimacyIf you are big on physical intimacy, then a long-distance relationship will be a huge bummer. You cannot hold hands, hug, kiss or have sex with someone who is hundreds or even thousands of miles away. Unless, of course, you are willing to get creative and use technology for virtual intimacy with your significant other. – Expensive travel plansTo make an LDR work, you will need to make regular physical meet-ups a priority. This allows you to connect physically as a way to strengthen your emotional and intellectual bond. However, since this is real life and not a Harry Potter movie, teleportation is not on the table. This means that you have a lot of saving up to do because those trips will not come cheap. – Different time zonesLiving in different time zones makes it very difficult to communicate on a regular basis. When you are awake and ready to dish all your day’s drama, your partner will probably be deep asleep and soaking their pillow with mid-sleep drool. For it to work, you both need to be ready for some serious sacrifices. This means staying up to odd hours of the night so you can talk with your person and catch up. – Conflicting schedulesIn some cases, you may be in similar time zones but have conflicting schedules. This is just as bad as being in different time zones and seriously affects your ability to communicate on a regular basis. … but they really do workSo far, all the evidence seems to show that long-distance relationships are an uphill task. However, not one of the challenges above is without an easy solution. If you want to make it work, below are 5 of the easiest tips you should try. 1. Be patientPatience is going to be your strongest weapon in this battle for true love. You need to be ready to wait for your scheduled conversations at the end of every day. You need to remain calm as you cross off those days on the calendar as you count down to your next visit. And most importantly, you need to wait for both of you to be ready to settle down together. It might take a few months or years, but it will be worth it in the end. 2. Be honestHonesty is another very effective way to overcome the challenges of long distance dating. You need to make sure that your partner knows exactly how you feel if you want things to work. Maybe you do not like the fact that your conversations are irregular. Maybe you want to give phone sex a try as a way to keep things steamy and interesting. Whatever the case, you need to be ready to honestly express yourself. Otherwise, you will stew in frustration and end up another statistic on the list of failed long-distance relationships. 3. Be proactiveThe challenges of long-distance relationships demand that you go out of your way to make it work. You cannot simply sit around and wait for things to magically sort themselves out. Being proactive involves regular communication, planning online dates with video calls, arranging physical visits and whatever else that will allow you to connect. 4. Be preparedYou have to be organized and prepared when entering a long-distance relationship. Prepare yourself mentally for all the hard work that you will need to put into it. Prepare yourself emotionally for connections that will be independent of physical intimacy. And finally, prepare yourself financially as you will have phone bills and internet charges to deal with in addition to the travel expenses. 5. Keep calm and enjoy the relationshipFinally, try and focus on the good things that your relationship will bring. People make the mistake of dwelling on all the challenges involved in these relationships. This rookie mistake will leave you frustrated and unhappy. So, spare yourself the hurt and choose to be positive and enjoy all the moments you have together. What science says about long distance relationships• Equal satisfaction With these five simple tips, you should be able to make your LDR a success. Scientific research has proven this to be a fact. A study conducted in 2015 by Queen’s University showed that people in long-distance relationships enjoyed the same overall satisfaction as those in regular setups. This was regarding different aspects of dating, including communication, emotional connection, and sexual intimacy. • Habituation Another fun science fact that supports long-distance dating is the habituation phenomenon. Habituation is what happens to your brain when it gets exposed to the same stimulus over and over. The familiarity leads to boredom in regular relationships. With LDRs on the other hand, limited physical contact and interaction slow down habituation. This means that you get to enjoy the high and excitement of the new relationship for a very long time. Bottom lineWith the right mindset, anyone can make a long distance relationship work in spite of the challenges. The scientific facts discussed above are sufficient proof of this. These facts also show that the investment might eventually pay off better than regular relationships. So, if you are about to embark on this unique adventure with your beau, do not be afraid. Yes, it will be hard but it is not impossible, and in the long run, all your sacrifices and efforts will be rewarded by that happily ever after that everyone longs for. The post Can Long Distance Relationships Really Work? Science Says Yes! appeared first on My Long Distance Love. from My Long Distance Love https://mylongdistancelove.com/can-ldr-work-science-says-yes/ from https://mylongdistancelove1.tumblr.com/post/175944026303 Relationships are hard. There’s no getting around that not-so-fun fact. It’s just as true whether you live in the same house or a continent away from each other. That said, dynamics do change when distance is involved. So, if you are in or about to enter a long-distance relationship, you need to be prepared for a whole new set of challenges. The good news is that despite being so hard, long distance relationships are more often than not worth the trouble. The trick is to understand your unique situation and make the most out of it. It also helps if you are in it with the right person. Below are a few tips and tricks from AmoLatina that should come in handy as you navigate these tricky waters. About AmoLatinaBefore we get into details on how to maintain a long-distance relationship, let us first tell you a little about AmoLatina. AmoLatina.com is a communications platform dedicated to helping singles from all over the world connect and match with Latin singles. They have been in business for more than ten years and have brought countless of couples together. Their success and experience in fostering long distance relationships put them in a great position to give you all the tips and hacks you need to make yours work. So how do you do this? Below are 10 tips that should help. AmoLatina’s Long-Distance Dating TipsDating Tip #1 – A phone call a day keeps the relationship blues awayRegular communication is truly the only way to ensure that a long-distance relationship stands the test of time. Fortunately, we live in a day and age where technology has more or less obliterated geographical boundaries. Take advantage of this by ensuring that you call your significant other at least once a day. If possible, make it a video chat to create the feeling of actually being together. This simple move can and will sustain the two of you, keeping you involved in each other’s lives despite the distance. Dating Tip #2 – Meet up as often as your schedules and wallets allowIt is not enough to just call and video chat; you need to meet up as often as possible. Granted, there are some factors including schedules and financial capabilities that could make things a little hard. However, it is important for you to be ready to make sacrifices in order to have actual one-on-one interactions every once in a while. You should also plan to meet up regularly. You could set a specific date or a fixed interval, say once a month. This helps both of you plan in advance and gives you something to look forward to. Dating Tip #3 – Find the perfect balance between routine and spontaneityOne of the hardest things about communicating while in a long-distance relationship is the fact that it can get a little monotonous. At first, the daily evening phone calls are fun and you simply cannot wait to get off work and talk to your partner. After some time, it may start to seem like a chore and you do not look forward to it as much as you did before. In order to avoid this, you should try being a little spontaneous. Instead of sticking to set times, try calling during lunch breaks just to say hi. Or you could even try sending a random weird or flirty text in the middle of the workday. These spontaneous acts keep things interesting and help break the monotony of the routine meet-ups and calls. Dating Tip #4 – Use photos to keep your significant other in the loopThe power of photography is greatly underrated when it comes to maintaining a long distance relationship. Something as simple as a selfie or a food pic at lunch could go a long way. Taking pictures in the course of your day help give your partner the feeling that they are right there with you. It is therefore not enough to just describe your day to them when you are having your evening chats. Include some photos or videos and it will make the world of a difference. Dating Tip #5 – Don’t let distance stop you from having fun datesOne of the most common rookie mistakes with online dating is assuming that a video chat or a phone call qualifies as a date. Actually, they don’t. You need to try and keep things as normal as possible with long distance dating, so dates are still on the table. The best thing to do is to be creative. Find activities that you can enjoy together using video calls as a way to connect you. You could watch a movie together, have a cook-off, have a fun day at the park; whatever you want. Dating Tip #6 – Be honest about any expectations, challenges or insecurities you haveAnother important tip for keeping your long-distance relationship alive is practicing unapologetic honesty. Remember that the whole point of being in a relationship is to be happy together. If you are not happy then something is wrong and it needs to be addressed as soon as possible. With long distance relationships, it’s more important than ever to let your partner know whenever you are feeling insecure or unhappy. These feelings are common in such relationships and need to be dealt with before it is too late. Dating Tip #7 – Keep it hot and interesting with some flirty sextingIf you want to maintain sexual chemistry in your relationships then this little tip is for you. Sexting helps keep the relationship fun and interesting for both parties. All you need to do is to talk about it with your partner to determine what you’re both comfortable with. That said, sexting isn’t compulsory and it really isn’t for everyone. So, if it is something you are not comfortable doing, do not force yourself into it. Dating Tip #8 – Make the most of all the time together both online and offlineWhether it is a phone call, staying connected through AmoLatina’s mobile app, or an actual physical meet-up, make sure you make the most of your time. Focusing on your loved one 100% not only helps you get to know them better, but it also helps to express your interest and love. Dating Tip #9 – Remember that long-distance relationships are like normal relationships and will need workThis is pretty self-explanatory. I mean, there are literally eight other things already on your to-do list to keep the relationship going. Just try really hard not to view it as an annoying chore but rather as an investment that will eventually pay off. Dating Tip #10 – Have an end game in mind to keep both of you focusedFinally, start with the end in mind. Once you are sure that this is someone you are ready to take a chance on, you need to have a clear understanding of your expectations. What do you want from it in the end? Will one of you have to move? Will there be a bigger commitment to make? You and your partner will have to answer these questions if you want a reason to stay together. With an idea of where things are going, it becomes a lot easier to deal with all the challenges that come with long-distance relationships. ConclusionWith these ten tips, you and your partner should be unstoppable. Just make sure to have fun, be honest and try and make things as normal as you possibly can. That way, whether they are away on a business trip or studying abroad, you will be able to maintain your special connection. 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