Its so rare distance relationships work that is it even worth trying anymore?

75% of all engaged couples have been in a long distance relationship, 10% of all marriages STARTED out as long distance relationship (Dr. Guldner). It's rare for any kind of a relationship to work out, and people often invest more in a long-distance relationship. However, generally long-distance relationships that are consummated are stronger and more resilient than those where people have never been apart. But, people really need to define their terms, and stop all the hatin'.