I don’t think it is much of a secret to say that technology makes our lives easier. Cars, phones, computers and toilets are all innovations that have successfully transformed our lives for the better, and worse. Well, maybe not toilets. I’m pretty sure they have changed our lives just for the better.

People can argue both sides that they advances in technology have benefited our ability to connect with others as well as hindered our abilities to connect with others. As someone who has known nothing other than email, texting, instant messenger, I wonder whether we have it easier than generations before.

Do long distance relationships actually work better now with technology or does this new technology give reason for it not to work out?

Yes, relationships are easier to maintain with modern technology
Skype, Whatsapp, iMessage, and Facebook all help one maintain a relationship no matter where in the world you are. As long as you have connection to the internet it is nearly impossible not to stay connected to anyone, anywhere. Other than watching the time different, conversations can be held through typed messages or video chats in real-time. Couples can share photos, videos, music and more with a tap of the finger.

Relationships are about communication, and with these new ways to stay in communication couples can maintain their relationship just as they normally would. Schedule “Skype dates” bring couples face to face over video chat and free messaging apps help them stay in contact 24/7. Even though they may not be in the same place at the same time, this technology keeps them connected always.


No, relationships are just as hard to maintain with modern technology
Modern technology can actually create higher expectations for couples when they are dealing with a long distant relationship. Knowing that there is no excuse for them not to stay in constant communication can put stress on both sides. There may be this belief that they need to be in constant communication and when one side or both sides aren’t doing their part, it can lead to heightened concern, or suspicions.

During previous wars when men and women would go to fight abroad they would have to wait for their next letter to come. So many factors contributed to this lack of communication that there was no certainty as to the cause. Each side did their best but when communication was non-existent, neither side was necessarily to blame.

I’m not too sure which is the right answer. I guess it depends from one relationship to another.