Texting
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Text messaging has become one of the most popular and commonly used forms of communication today. Texting has many advantages including being fast, easy, and to the point. However, with the good comes the bad, as texting also has some major disadvantages. The negatives associated with text messaging can be especially prevalent when dealing with dating situations and scenarios. Dating can be confusing enough and sometimes communicating via text can complicate it further. However, this is not always the case. Texting is a great medium for communicating with people you are dating as long as you don’t resort to it for any and all situations. I am going to lay out a few simple guidelines to follow in regards to texting. These pointers should help you establish better communication and therefore a better dating experience 
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When it’s a good idea to text:
It is ideal to use text messaging when engaging in light-hearted, simple communication. If you need a one word response to a simple question, texting is perfect. If you are looking for a more wordy response, pick up the phone and dial. Texting is also great for showing someone that you are thinking about them. It takes two seconds and can be done practically anywhere. It’s a simple act of communication that can make a big impact. Receiving a nice message during a hectic day from someone special can put a lasting smile on your face. Texting is the communicative answer to a busy lifestyle and can be very beneficial as long as you use it in moderation.
When you shouldn’t text:
One of the downfalls of texting is that your words can be easily misjudged and taken for something that they aren’t. Due to the fact that we cannot asses the tone of ones voice in a text, the communication can be misleading. You may be trying to communicate sarcasm in your text and instead it is received as anger. Emotions are very difficult to accurately relay through text messaging and unfortunately this can lead to confusion. A good rule of thumb to use is that if you are talking about emotions or feelings, do not text! The last thing you want is for your partner to misunderstand what it is that you are trying to say. Just pick up the phone or wait until you are face to face to discuss deeper seeded issues in your relationship. This way you will be sure to squash any unnecessary drama that miscommunication can create.
Another time when text messaging should not be used is when asking someone out on a first date. It is fine to use texting for this later in the relationship, but when you are first establishing a connection with someone it is much more polite to call and set up a formal date. This shows that you are confident and genuine in meeting and getting to know the person.
Lastly, do NOT text when you are on a date! This can be really hard as some of us (including myself) who are practically addicted to being attached to our phones 24-7. Although we phone addicts are by no means purposely being rude, texting on your phone every other minute will come across as just that. It will make your date feel that you are not interested in what they have to say and you will not be able to concentrate on getting to know them and what they have to say. Bottom line, it’s rude and will not make for a good date. So, suck it up and turn your phone on silent or leave it in the car so you aren’t tempted to check it throughout the night.
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