Do internet relationships last? 5 tips to keep your online relationship healthy

Many times talking to a person over the internet feels real and makes you happy than ever. Internet relationships need to be handled in a healthy way. Check out these 5 tips to keep your online relationship going.

Updated on Mar 28, 2019  |  07:28 PM IST |  6.8M

Online relationships are a great way to meet people and have become very common. Meeting people through dating apps, social media or gaming sites has become a valid type of relationship. Although, one cannot guarantee the certainty of such a relationship. Take a look at these tips on how to keep your online relationship going. Like our ordinary relationships, online relationships also require love, commitment and effort. These relationships require just a little extra effort to keep it going.

Here are 5 tips on how to keep your internet dating healthy.

In an online relationship, communication is the key. It is important to talk to your partner in an agreed timeframe set by you two. Make sure to give your partner complete attention during that period of time even though you are not physically together. Do not take long breaks from talking to your partner online. This might be unhealthy and can upset your partner. Make sure to not forget your timeframe and make your partner wait.

Keep the communication constant

Online relationships require that little but of extra effort because you are not physically with your partner. There should be mutual effort and not only from one end. Expressing yourself online may be difficult but give your best and show your true self.

This means make use of sources which will make the conversation more effective and meaningful. For instance, if you use text messages as a way of communication then switch to video calling which will help you to understand each other in a better way. Make use of audio calling.

Use better sources of communication

Even though you are not physically around your partner, it is important to trust your partner. Trust builds the foundation in any relationship. If you feel your partner is cheating on you, confront him/her.

With online dating, safety is very important. When you are talking to someone on the internet and start liking them, there is a temptation to push things. Go slow. There are many things you need to know before you have an intimate and deep conversation.

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