First off, I just wanted to say this forum is awesome and so supportive! You guys give me hope.
So my bf just started med school and I just started graduate school (PhD). We've been best friends since our first year of undergrad but started dating our 4th year so we've been together a little over 1 year. We got lucky and moved to the same city after undergrad and even though it's a 30-40 min commute to see each other, at least it's something. However, starting next year he and I will be on opposite sides of the city (1 hr apart). Another added complication will be that his mother will be living with him from next year onward so we can't move in together at any point and seeing him will be more difficult since he has to take care of her. But we will probably be able to see each other most weekends.
But honestly, I'm still scared. I know how hard and demanding both our schooling will be and I really just want to get through and be prepared for the next 3 years. What can he and I do to make this easier on both of us without sacrificing our relationship or schoolwork? What can I expect during his rotation year? He's my best friend and the love of my life and I want to stand by him and he wants to stand by me. We've talked about a future together and I think it's what we both want in the long run. We just have to get through the next few years.
So my bf just started med school and I just started graduate school (PhD). We've been best friends since our first year of undergrad but started dating our 4th year so we've been together a little over 1 year. We got lucky and moved to the same city after undergrad and even though it's a 30-40 min commute to see each other, at least it's something. However, starting next year he and I will be on opposite sides of the city (1 hr apart). Another added complication will be that his mother will be living with him from next year onward so we can't move in together at any point and seeing him will be more difficult since he has to take care of her. But we will probably be able to see each other most weekends.
But honestly, I'm still scared. I know how hard and demanding both our schooling will be and I really just want to get through and be prepared for the next 3 years. What can he and I do to make this easier on both of us without sacrificing our relationship or schoolwork? What can I expect during his rotation year? He's my best friend and the love of my life and I want to stand by him and he wants to stand by me. We've talked about a future together and I think it's what we both want in the long run. We just have to get through the next few years.