Külön, de mégis együtt? Közös tér, idő és kapcsolati szolidaritás teremtése a hetelők körében

Long-distance relationships have always existed, however, as a result of globalization, moderncommunication technology, as well as widespread travel opportunities, their number hasincreased. This study focuses on commuter relationships, that is, those couples that only seeeach other during the weekend or in every few weeks due to working far from their home. 24interviews were conducted with commuter couples in small towns and villages. A key researchquestion involved satisfaction levels among interviewees. Dissatisfaction with their relationshipwas relatively rare, except some women complained about increased household tasks. Dailycommunication and modern communication technology had an immense role in boostingsatisfaction levels. Technology has also contributed to the creation of shared space and timeamong commuter couples. Regular communication, special dates, and shared plans for thefuture also raised relationship solidarity. To survive time apart and make time spent togethermore special timework was used, which was done together for the purpose of influencing thesubconscious and subjective sense of time.