Worked for me. Met in high school, went to college, graduated, now we’re living together. Six years this fall. It wasn’t easy by any means, but communicating is #1. Knowing when you’ll see each other next always makes the time between easier. Having an end date when you’ll be live near one another or together, or just closer in general helps. It’s good to talk and stay in touch, but it doesn’t mean you can’t have your own time and life away from one another. It’s hard but not impossible.