Support each other, even over the distance. Be there for your partner if your partner is ever in trouble, hurt, or for what ever reason. you need to make yourself available to help so your partner knows you care. if your partner ends up dealing with important issues alone, your partner will eventually not need you. interdependence tefers to the willingness to act against your own self-interests for the benefit of you partner or for your relationship. instead, supporting each other creates an interdependence that is crucial for a long distance relationship. interdependence can be seen in everyday activities like compromising about decisions and long-term behaviors like quitting smoking.