It can be nerve-wracking to go through a period of being in a long-distance relationship, especially if you know that this person could be the one you want to marry. If the decision isn?t set in stone, couples can wonder whether they should work extremely hard and sacrifice career and personal goals in order to stay in the same proximity. At the same time, most people in relationships also want what?s best for the person they are with, so it can be difficult to decide whether to prioritize in-person contact or the goals and dreams that each individual has. There are some important questions to answer for yourself before you begin a long-distance part of your relationship.

Are You Willing to Trust Your Partner"
When two people date in person, it is easy to feel like you trust them; after all, you see each other so often and you know so much about the schedule of the other person. Some of that trust, however, is more like a feeling of being in control. You know you would find out if your partner was doing anything you disapproved of, so you don?t actually have to trust them not to do those things. This can create a rude wake-up call when you are parted from each other for a substantial amount of time. In long-distance relationships it can be easy to wonder how the other person spends his or her free time, leading to doubt and jealousy. What should be clear from the outset is whether or not you really trust the person you are with, especially when they have the opportun...