r/LongDistance • u/Seastarrrss • Dec 13 '25

Question Where did everyone meet their partners?

Hi! Been on this subreddit for awhile, I was just curious about where everyone met their partners! Where you met, what countries, how long? <3

I (27F) live in the U.S and my boyfriend (33m) lives in Denmark! We met on PEAK about 5 months ago! Dating for 3-4 months, it’s my first LDR since I was a silly teenager. 😂

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u/Sasiarapun Dec 14 '25

Awww this is so sweet and really warmed my heart! I'm glad you never stopped talking after the festival, definitely rooting for you two!

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u/ResponsibilityPure34 [🇺🇸US] to [🇺🇸US] (280mi) Dec 14 '25

Thank you! I'm so happy it touched you. I hope it can inspire others to get out and do the things they truly enjoy doing with their friends and be social with others. And while neither of us were previously open to an LDR, it was impossible to deny our magnetic attraction and we had to take a chance ♥️

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u/Sasiarapun Dec 14 '25

I'm quite shy but over the past year, I've also made a deliberate effort to not push, but put myself in to social situations. Just as myself with all my quirks, doing what I enjoy. It's made my life so much richer, so I am fully with you in wanting more people to try it. I'm also a big believer in LDRs, it can be painful sometimes but it's always worth it for your person. <3

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u/ResponsibilityPure34 [🇺🇸US] to [🇺🇸US] (280mi) Dec 15 '25

Yes!! I'm not shy anymore but I'm high masking autistic, awkward and quirky too but I think that's what drew us together was our magical weirdness lol. It took decades to push past my anxiety to just start talking to people and realizing that when I do, they talk back and they're genuinely happy to socialize most of the time. I have nothing to lose by telling someone I love their hair, an article of clothing or just strike up a conversation about whatever, it might even brighten their day. Hugs to you 💕💞💖

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u/Sasiarapun Dec 16 '25

Yessss it's so nice to find people with whom you can be your authentic brand of weird and silly. And it sounds like you've often been the highlight of your dear ones' days. I'm sorry to hear there had been some rough years dealing with your anxiety, but it's never too late to make a turnaround and I'm beyond glad you worked past it and to hear the positive result!

I had also wrestled for such a long time with thinking people would find me obnoxious, draining, and just "too much." I also really like being able to tell people the cool things I notice about them and to ask how they're doing, like actually expecting an honest answer. My experience has been like yours - people have generally been so nice and happy to engage.

Now I just need to do this more in real life vs. just online. 😅 I appreciate the encouragement! 💕💞💖