As if closing the distance in an LDR isn't tricky enough, you most likely have to figure out getting a new job as well. Based on a listener question, in this episode, Aindrea & Rich share tips for getting a job once you've made that move, starting the search before the move, and important things to remember throughout your job search.
People have strong feelings when it comes to many things in relationships, and masturbation can often be one of these topics. Many couples don't talk about, have issues with the other's habits or are completely uncomfortable with the idea. In this episode, Aindrea & Rich discuss the role of masturbation in relationships and the damage that insecurities around masturbation can cause if not handled properly.
The thing about a long distance relationship is that it's never easy. One of the most difficult periods in an LDR can be between visits. You've just had a few days, weeks or even months together where you functioned like a "normal" couple who doesn't have to deal with distance or timezones and you've loved every minute of being together. But then inevitably, the visit has to end and it can feel like you're back at square one, apart and miserable. In this episode which was a special request from ...
We've said it before - closing the distance with your LDR partner doesn't mean that long distance is no longer a part of your life. Now all your loved ones back home - family, friends - are your long distance relationships. In this special episode suggested by a listener, Aindrea & Rich discuss how to maintain balance with your family after you've moved away. From practical tips to communication advice, how to make sure your family still feels included and more - this is an episode you won't...
It's easy for the difficulties of a long distance relationship to weigh heavy on you. You're constantly missing your partner, dealing with the inconvenience and pain of being apart - and you also find a lot to worry about. Why haven't you heard from them today? Who is this male/female friend they've been mentioning lately? Are they getting tired of always being apart? Have they met someone else? This week, Aindrea and Rich discuss how to deal with these thoughts, the damage they can do, and why ...
Like it or not, money is an important topic in committed relationships. Aindrea and Rich are not finance experts, but as a couple who started with nothing nearly a decade ago, working together to make their financial situation work for them is something they have a lot of experience with. This week, Aindrea and Rich discuss money issues that some couples have, like getting on the same page with spending and savings goals, debt, daily management of finances, how to be open and communicate about m...
Sometimes your partner’s behaviour might change or they might say or do something that concerns you. Could they be cheating? Whether you’re in an LDR or not, cheating can be a huge concern for couples. In this episode, Aindrea & Rich discuss suspicious about cheating, how to deal with them, and how to recognise when they are actually founded concerns. Most importantly, they discuss how serious a matter it is when you accuse your partner, and how to do this in a way that is not seriously dama...
It's easy to keep up the illusion of perfection early on in a relationship, but what happens after time goes on? Eventually, masks start to slip and the less perfect side of us starts to come out - bodily functions, bad breath, embarrassing moments - you name it. Aindrea and Rich admit that they are very open about this stuff in their relationship, which some people might find weird. In episode 25, they explain their motivations for this, why it's important to them, and how it all makes them a c...
This week, Aindrea & Rich are addressing the issue of being catfished when in an online or long distance relationship. They address the red flags to look out for, how to protect yourself, and what questions you should be asking. Catfishing can look like many different things, but when is it time to have a frank conversation about your concerns? What patterns of behaviour should you be looking out for? All of this and more is covered in episode 24.
Is it a good idea to send nude photos of yourself to a long distance partner or romantic interest? How can you trust that the person on the other side of the smartphone is going to respect your photos? When is it too early to ask for or send nude photos? This week, Rich and Aindrea run through the benefits and risks of sending nudes, how to protect yourself if you do decide to send them, and how to safely store them if your partner decides to send you a racy photo.
This week, Aindrea and Rich have dedicated an entire episode to talking about communication in relationships. How to be better at it, why it's important, and how it can ensure you have a long and happy relationship with your significant other, whether you're long distance or have been married for nearly a decade like us. Everyone can benefit from better communication in their relationship, and this episode can help get you started.
This week, Aindrea & Rich bring you an episode by popular demand. They've had many people request tips on how to tell their parents about their long distance relationship, or that they're ready to meet this person. Listen as they walk you through how to prepare your parents for this information and how to have a mature conversation about going after what makes you happy, while putting their concerns to rest.
This week's episode is a special one - Rich and Aindrea are welcoming their first guests! Sam and Jared are an inspiring LDR couple who have created the #LDR Activity Book together. During the interview, learn more about the book, hear Sam & Jared's story and their tips for long distance relationships - and much more. Find out more about Sam and Jared on Instagram: @ldr.activities You can buy the #LDR Activity book at https://www.ldractivities.com - and as a special offer, Long Distance to M...
This week, with just a few days to go before February 14th, Rich and Aindrea are discussing Valentine’s Day! Is it worth celebrating? How can you make it count when you’re long distance? With tips on how to keep Valentine’s Day budget friendly and creative ways to celebrate whether you’re long distance or local, you’ll want to tune in!
This week, Rich & Aindrea discuss what it means to be intentional in your relationship and the importance of doing it. From anticipating your partner's needs, making small but meaningful gestures to carrying more than your share of the load when times get tough, they provide tips and ideas for how to make sure your partner knows you care and that you're there to make their life easier and more enjoyable. They also discuss how you can make sure to be intentional in your relationship even when...
This week, Rich and Aindrea tackle the topic of arguing in relationships. How much is too much, and can it actually be healthy? They discuss how long distance can affect arguments, how arguments can evolve over the course of a relationship, and how to make sure you stay respectful to your partner when times are tricky. They even include some entertaining examples of their more humorous arguments over the years.
This week's episode is a special one! Aindrea and Rich have turned a listener's question into a whole episode. This listener is only a few months away from meeting their long distance love for the first time and had questions about how to prepare to meet, how to reassure her family about travelling to meet this person, and any helpful travel tips Aindrea and Rich could share. They run through safety tips and catfishing warning signs, ideas for setting boundaries, how to soak up the amazing-ness ...
This week Rich and Aindrea are opening up the discussion on one of the most difficult topics in relationships: infidelity. In this episode, they discuss possible motivation factors in infidelity, the nature of a cheater, whether or not it's easier and more common for people in long distance relationships to cheat and so much more. They also share listener and social media followers' thoughts on the topic.
They're baaaack! After a jet lag induced holiday hiatus, Aindrea and Rich fill you in on everything that happened while they were in the States. Then, they offer insight and advice on what it's like to see your family for the first time after moving away to be with your long distance love. From tips on how to settle into your place in your family once you've moved to how to battle homesickness after your family visit is over, this episode is a must-listen for those who are about to, or have just...
With Christmas just a few days away, we’re focusing on those of you who have moved to be with your significant other over the past year. If you won’t be returning home for the holidays this year, you might be going through a hard time emotionally. We’re here to provide advice and ideas for how you can make this Christmas period enjoyable, even if you’re far from everything you know.
In this cheeky episode, Rich and Aindrea discuss that one topic so many long distancers know well but blush at - phone sex. They talk through the benefits of it, the challenges of getting started, and discuss some new technology that can make phone sex even better. Things get silly…
In episode 11 of From Long Distance to Marriage, Aindrea and Rich discuss how mental health can affect relationships and touch on how it has affected their own relationship, and their own lives personally. They highlight how long distance relationships (and relationships in general) can be affected by things like anxiety, depression, and phobias. They also share examples of how they've tried to be there for one another and how you can help ease the burden of mental health for your partner, as we...
Relationships don't stay new and exciting forever. There will be periods throughout your relationship where you have to work a little harder to bring that initial honeymoon period-feel back. And that's natural. In this episode, Aindrea and Rich discuss a few reasons why this might happen in a relationship, discuss the importance of working hard together as a team to keep the spark alive, and share some tips for keeping your relationship fresh.
Any time you move in with a partner, there's going to be a tricky settling in period. This looks different for every couple. But when you throw in the complications that come with a long distance relationship, the pain points can be more difficult to navigate. Closing the distance is one of the most thrilling experiences, but it helps to understand the less exciting, day-to-day aspects of living together as a couple. In this episode, Aindrea and Rich recall the early days after they closed the d...
In last week's episode, Aindrea and Rich touched on the not-so-pleasant and trickier aspects of moving to be with your long distance love. In Episode 8, they follow up with a discussion around how much they love what Aindrea's big move has allowed them to do - become a couple with their own traditions. With the holidays fast approaching, learn about how they make the days special, establishing their own traditions and how this helps Aindrea when she's far from her family.
In today's episode, Rich interviews Aindrea about just what it's like to leave everything you know behind to move and be with your significant other. We discuss the scariest parts of moving, common reservations and provide some tips on how to prepare yourself for the big move.
Does porn have a place in relationships? Porn has never been so readily available as it is today, and opinions are divided on it. Some people think it's toxic and has no place in a relationship, other couples enjoy it. In this episode, Aindrea and Rich invited opinions from listeners and discuss the responses, tackling a number of issues and giving their opinion on porn in relationships. The discussion includes: Is porn toxic? Do insecurities play too much of a role in your relationship? Porn in...
When you're planning the big move to close the distance, your thoughts are on the excitement and what needs to be done. What may not be at the top of your mind are all the little differences that you didn't expect - in this episode, Aindrea and Rich give their rundown of what they found the most amusing or unusual (sometimes even annoying) about each other's country, England and the United States.
There are 5 different love languages, and knowing which one fits you the best will help you and your partner communicate effectively. In this episode, Aindrea and Rich take a love language quiz and take you through the different types you can fall into. If you'd like to take the same quiz, you can find it here: https://www.beliefnet.com/love-family/relationships/quiz/the-5-love-languages-quiz.aspx?sid=cd1edc80...
A date with your partner should be many things - it should be enjoyable, provide quality time together, and should most definitely be a regular occurrence. In episode three, we talk everything dates, starting with our perhaps slightly definition of what constitutes as a date. From there we move on to how important they are to a relationship, how they strengthen your bond and even provide some fun alternative date ideas.
