ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Long-distance relationship

Okay kiddo, have you ever had a friend who moved away and you had to keep in touch with them over the phone or through letters? Well, that's kinda like a long-distance relationship!

A long-distance relationship is when two people who love each other are physically far apart and cannot see each other as much as they want. They often have to communicate through messaging, video calls or phone calls to keep their relationship going.

Usually, people end up in a long-distance relationship when they can't stay in the same place because of school, work, or personal reasons. It can be very hard because they can't hug or kiss or hold hands like other couples. That's why they have to work extra hard to make their relationship work.

But, sometimes, those relationships can work out really well. If both people are willing to put in the effort and trust each other, they can make it through.

It's important to understand that long-distance relationships are not for everyone, but it's okay if you don't want to be in one. It all comes down to what you and your partner believe in and how much you're willing to work together to make it work.
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