Switching from semi-long distance to in person "mode"

[jskip1987]

Hi all,

I am curious if anyone has had any difficulties going from a 'long distance mode' to 'hang out in person mode'. What I mean by this is that my gf and I don't get an opportunity to see each other in person during the work week due to different work schedules, and often time can only meet in person during our weekend (which we have together thank goodness). We communicate well during the time we do not see each other, but find difficulties getting on the same page once we do get to see each other in person. Often times it results in the first part of our weekend being spent finding out 'how to be together in person' before it all settles out.

Does anyone have a technique that they use to switch your mindset to go from one to the other? I'm talking about some sort of activity that we could use to expedite the process. Something that we were thinking about were like taking a short walk to just remove ourselves from outside influences and just talk and get on the same page before starting the weekend. Any thoughts?

Bit of background for those needing context. My gf struggles with anxiety at times and has found difficulty in what is stated above. I am trying to see if there is anything that I can help with this process. We have known each other for about 5 months and been dating for 3.

Thank you in advance for your advice!

[GG94]

Hi I've been in a long distance relationship for nearly two years. The first few months are difficult as you wouldn't have spent as much time getting to know each other as a couple who are close together.
In the first few months me and my BF would find a recipe at some point during the week and when we got to see each other cook the meal together. It takes some of the pressure off and gives you something to think about it. We both enjoy cooking but there may be other things you can plan to do together. I just always found that by the time the meal was cooked we would be relaxed together and could sit down and be together. Hope this helps x