I was debating whether to ask this in a less controversial sub, but I'd like to get your guys advice.

So anyway I got accepted into a PhD program about 2 months ago. I will be moving across the country in 4 months time when it begins.

My current LTR and I have been together for almost a year and I care for her dearly. But I've expected that this move would probably conclude our relationship. Obviously, it's been difficult to bring up the topic, so I haven't.

Anyway, today she came home hiding her tears. I knew something was up and finally got her confess that she was sad about the impending move. She then gave me a series of difficult questions to answer on the matter. Unfortunately I was not prepared, but I tried my best not to say the wrong thing.

I should mention that I pulled this stunt with my last gf. I feel a little guilty about it. She ended up getting so sad/angry that she ended the relationship a month before I was due to leave. That really sucked

I really don't want the same thing to happen with this girl. What should I do to ensure she stays with me for the next 4 months? As I said I care for her and I'd like to maximize the time we have left together.

I know a long distance relationship is 99.9% not going to work, but I've been hesitant to say that out right.