Long Distance Relationships

A long distance relationship is an intimate relationship in which the partners are separated by a considerable distance. There are three types of long distance relationship. The first is the international relationship. This is when the partners’ countries of origin ore different. The second is a relationship between two people who live in the same country. The third is when both are from the same country but one person is away in another country.

These types of relationships are very risky and difficult. Because when partners want to meet up, they can't. Their only options are talking by phone and using Skype. Also when one person deceives the other, it is more difficult for his or her partner to discover the lie.

The expression, “Out of sight, Out of mind" applies to couples who don't love each other very much. When two people really love each other, they might say, "Out of sight but still in mind" and this makes for an ardent love. Whatever the case, if we want long distance relationships to last, we need to put in lots of effort.

First, it's important to maintain the emotional connection. Tell each other where you are, what you do each day and how you feel.


When your partner contacts you, reply as promptly as you can. If your partner does not reply, wait patiently and understand that your partner may be busy at that moment. Don't doubt each other. Trust is a prerequisite in loving relationships.

Tell your partner daily that you love him or her. Remind your partner that he or she is the best thing that has happened to you. Distance can sometimes make you question each other's feelings, so make sure your partner hears this every day.

Make plans to see each other again before you part. It makes the separations much easier if you know when you will be together again.

Fifth, celebrate anniversaries. Even though your bodies are not together you should not forget each other's anniversaries. You can send and use Skype, and these will bring happiness on those days.

Follow these five tips and your love can last. I wish you all lasting love.

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Freelance writer  Heo Heejin.

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How to Dress Professionally at Work

Dress code based on T.P.O (time, place, and occasion) is very important, especially when you start to enter the business world and work in an office. You need to consider your outfits depending on different situations such as when you interview and when you’re on the job or hosting or attending professional events. You need to give your best impression because what you wear can determine how people view you. In order to know how to dress professionally, it is necessary to understand three types of business attire.

     1) Business Professional

This is the most conservative type of attire and what you will wear to the office most days. These types of suits do not mean that you need to buy the best suits and shoes. Women can wear a business suit, a blazer with pants or skirt, or a dress with heels. Men can wear a business suit or a blazer with pants and a tie.

• Career examples: Finance, accounting, and organizations with strict dress code policies will usually require business professional.

 

     2) Business Casual

Compared to “Business Professional,” this is a more relaxed type of attire. You don’t need to wear a suit at work, but this doesn't mean that you can dress casually. “Business casual” is suitable for working in a semi-conservative office and for certain events. Women can wear a collared shirt or sweater, khakis with dress pants and dress shoes or boots. Woman may also wear a knee-length dress or skirt. For men, this category includes a polo shirt, collared shirt or sweater, khakis or dress pants and dress shoes. Neckties are not required.

     3) Campus Casual

You will not usually wear clothes in this category at work. It includes clothes you wear every day such as T-shirts, jeans and sneakers. Sometimes you can wear “Campus Casual” to informal interviews, career days, and casual events. Generally, however, you would not wear in the workplace and for workplace related functions.

There will be times that you just don’t know what to wear. The best thing to do in these cases is to ask the person who is hosting an event. If you really can’t ask, it is better to dress too formally than too informally.

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Staff writer Bo-Yeon Cho.

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Chinese Food Culture

China is 45 times the area of Korea. Because of this and the differences of climate, soil, and the natural environment, there are many food ingredients to seek out. In earlier times, it wasn't easy for humans to find ingredients from other places, so they ate only what they produced themselves. On account of this, foods from across China have developed in a unique way.

There are a multitude of food ingredients available in China. Most animals and plants are used in Chinese cuisine. In particular, the Chinese also use an abundance of dried ingredients through the year.

Chinese cooking also requires a lot of cooking oil. This creates the characteristic flavor of Chinese food. When the oil starts to smoke, a host of other condiments, like soy sauce, ginger, scallions, garlic, and spicy pepper are added to create the special taste of Chinese food. Generally, Chinese food takes a longer time to prepare than the foods of other nations.

Using lots of oil causes acidic metabolic waste to linger inside the body leading to unbalanced PH levels inside the body. To counter this, Chinese people drink tea to neutralize their systems.

The standard cooking methods are to use fire or water to cook food. The tradition that food must be cooked is handed down to the Chinese from the past. Fresh meat and produce is also healthier than processed food, which is one reason why Chinese food, despite being cooked in vats of oil, has a reputation for being healthier than Western food.

Chinese seasonings and spices are many and varied. Chinese cooking is judged by three essential factors, known as "color, aroma, and taste". Chinese people always have a great time at rich dinners with their families around a round table which fosters unity and happiness. On a final note, Chinese dishes are always beautifully garnished.

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Staff writer Kim Won Gyun.

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