If you’re reading this, you’re probably in love and fully believe your partner is the best thing on the planet since the invention of fried plantain. You’re probably also wondering: Will our love survive a long-distance relationship if it ever comes down to it? 

Well, if you see the signs below, the odds are that the answer is probably “No”. Even if you aren’t in a relationship, you should watch out for these signs in the future.

They can go a day without speaking to you

If you’re a member of the “We don’t need to talk every day” WhatsApp group, sorry, but you don’t have any business being in love. How can I be the love of your life, and you don’t want to hear my voice or text me at least once a day? If that’s who your partner is, your relationship has an unfortunately low chance of successfully crossing the border. 

You don’t discuss the future

A long-distance breakup is on the horizon if you and your partner do not have plans for a future together. Chances are, they’ll meet someone new over there, and if you were just dating for vibes, it’ll only make sense for them to move on. Remember, “Out of sight, out of mind”?

They like sleep too much

What do you mean your boo sleeps off 10 minutes into a phone call? Is that what we came to do here? Adulting is tiring, but love is a full-time job. If you want to do it, do it well.

They don’t have the Timon app

You can’t be serious about the future of your long-distance relationship if you don’t have the Timon app. It’s the one fintech app you need to simplify payments whenever you travel globally. Imagine planning a surprise trip to see your boo and then worrying about changing currencies or exchange rates, or worse, getting stranded in a new country. That won’t be you when you travel with Timon. 

They have a favourite ex

Hot take, but if your partner is still fond of their ex, your relationship isn’t standing on steady ground, and there’s a chance everything will collapse over long-distance. On the bright side, you can also take over the position of favourite ex. Win-win, right?

Romance has gone on holiday

You’ve barely dated for a year, and you already feel like an old married couple? That doesn’t exactly spell confidence for a long-distance relationship that’ll rely on emotional connection rather than physical presence. 

Speaking of holidays, you should know that Timon is the financial passport you need for global travel. Whether you’re planning a trip to surprise your partner, sending or receiving money internationally, travelling for work or just want to relax in a new location, Timon is the one fintech app you need. 

Download the app here, sign up for the Timon Black Card using Apple Pay or Google Pay and make your money work everywhere, without limitations. 


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