Is 3 weeks on 1 week off viable for maintaining a positive relationship with my significant other?

Hello, I’m new to the community here and wanted to ask a more personal question to any experienced drivers or drivers who have relevant input.

I just landed a job with a company I’m happy to work for. I get a hotel every night and drive locally to whichever city I’m stationed at. I drive 3 weeks in said state/city and receive 1 week off at home.

Great job and the work to home ratio is great imo. but my problem is that I’ve just recently got into a relationship with someone I’m very close with and have begun building a life with. We are not married but I plan to be. I’m grateful this is not a 1 day off for 7days off work type of OTR job but still, am I being too optimistic that we can hold things together?
Neither of us are jealous people and have trust for one another but I know things like that will be tested. What are some things we should consider as a couple or as individuals to make sure loss of communication or trust isnt an issue? We have never been long distance since we’ve been together and idk what to expect.

the job is worth it to me in order to provide for my 2 children (from a past relationship) and I am taking the job no matter what. But is it better to take a break and let her live her life? Or maybe try and make the long distance work. I also don't want to be selfish and hold her back from finding comfort in someone closer to her that can provide that kind of thing. I’m conflicted.

apologize for the long rant but a bit stressed by this as my start date is creeping up soon..

 

Haha will most def make the week home a vacation time for everyone. I appreciate your perspective and thanks for the reply.

 

no sense in breaking it off before hand, you’re totally right on that. I think the phone will be a great tool for helping her stay positive.

she’s a bit of loner in terms of having friends/family around as well so that’s where a lot of it stems from. Me, I’m cool with being away but worry she may fall into a cycle of being down. I’ve been thinking of sending her some forums/articles where family members talk about life with truckers etc. may help.
Thanks for your reply

 

That’s enlightening to hear that it can be down with proper communication. Thanks

 

I’ll take a look, might be a good starting point!