Texting is a good thing and has become a social
phenomenon to the point that it has affected many aspects of our lives,
including our romantic and love life. Since it is a fairly new
technology, social etiquette in texting are still being created and
formed. With that in mind, what are the recommended text messages you
should be sending to your romantic partner? Here are some helpful tips
and rules
Sweet
nothings – With our busy and hectic lives, people even have
a hard time picking up the phone or even send an e-mail. However, a quick
sweet message from your mobile phone like “Hope your having a great day”
(whether in full or abbreviated into text speak) does wonders to your partner.
Send
messages while far apart – If your romantic partner lives
in a faraway city, or going to another place, sending a text message can create
a surprising sense of connection between the two of you. Make your
boyfriend or girlfriend feel that you are right there even if you are miles
away.
Avoid
guessing – If you find your partner’s message too cryptic or
vague, wait until you are communicating face to face to your partner to ask
what they were talking about. Some text messages may appear insincere or
insensitive because these were delivered in a hurry, but your partner may
actually mean different from what you are assuming. Respond the cryptic
text with “I don’t get it. Let’s talk later.”
Avoid
over-abbreviating text messages – Because text messages can
only allow a limited number of characters, people could not help but
abbreviated words and make them as short and simple as possible. Make
sure to use symbols or terms that most people would understand or even send to
their text messages. Avoid making up new texting terms on the dot because
your partner might find it too cryptic.
Never
text angry – if you and your partner are not in good terms, is
it best to resolve your emotions through personal, face-to-face
communication. Avoid venting out your anger on your partner through
texting, which some people may consider as a sign of insensitivity.
Never
deliver a bad news – If you are going to break up
with your partner, sending a text message may appear comfortable because you
are “avoiding the drama,” but in reality is that it shows your cowardice into
the situation.
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