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Thanks to COVID-19 many of us have been separated from friends and loved ones<\/a> for far longer than we had anticipated. Dealing with physical separation can be especially tricky for couples, and many struggle to make long distance relationships work. For help, we asked for expert advice from sex coach Sara Tang and relationship coach Valentina Tudose as part of our Pillowtalk sex advice column.<\/p>\n

Long distance relationships: Pros & cons<\/h2>\n

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Valentina: <\/strong>Despite everything people believe, a long distance relationship can offer wonderful opportunities to create a deeper level of intimacy and connection\u2014including maintaining the sexual spark.<\/p>\n

When we spend every day with our partner, it is very easy to fall into routine and assume that we know everything about each other. Not only about what happens in their life every day, but also about their desires and fantasies.<\/p>\n

Sara:<\/strong> Long distance relationships have become more of a reality for people during this pandemic. They pose many challenges, but one of the biggest downsides is the lack of physical and sexual intimacy. In fact, it\u2019s easy to feel like your relationship is more platonic than romantic after some time has passed.<\/p>\n

Valentina:<\/strong> I love the interpretation of the word intimacy when it\u2019s spelled \u2018into-me-u-see\u2019. Sometimes when we are too close to something, our focus is too narrow. We think we know everything, when in fact we miss a lot of the bigger picture.<\/p>\n

When it comes to sexual connection, proximity and comfort can quickly become passion killers, so I see distance as a gift.<\/p>\n

The best way to start is by acknowledging that separation can make the heart grow fonder. If you think of this time as an opportunity, the natural separation anxiety can easily be reframed as anticipation of a new exciting phase in the relationship, which may open up many new possibilities.<\/p>\n

Creating sexual intimacy in long distance relationships: Tips from Sara<\/h3>\n