Skyrocketing phone bills. Layovers and missed flights. Countless hours spent pining, worrying, and wondering, Why do we do this to ourselves? Long-distance love can be one challenge afteranother, but as most committed couples will tell you, the rewards well outweigh the stresses. In this sensitive yet sensible guide, long-distance veterans Chris and Kate provide strategies for making the distance seem shorter and outline eight essential skills for relationship success:<ul><li>Communicating effectively</li><li>Establishing mutual goals and expectations</li><li>Dealing with issues of trust, fidelity, and independence</li><li>Having fun in spite of the distance</li><li>Managing time, schedules, and stress</li><li>Keeping the relationship real</li><li>Balancing sex and emotional intimacy</li><li>Making the transition to same-city living</li></ul>Based on interviews with more than 100 couples and packed with knowledgeable tips and honest advice, THE LONG-DISTANCE RELATIONSHIP SURVIVAL GUIDE proves that, with patience and dedication, a loving relationship can not only survive but also thrive across the miles.