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LoginThough it potentially separates the cool ones from the clingy ones, this is one of the rules of dating texting that is outdated in the current dating scenario. Considering how well connected we are now, thanks to technology, this thumb rule of texting while dating is sort of backdated. I mean we all know how many hours we spend looking at our smartphones. Yes, you read that right. There are rules of dating texting that can actually make or break your relationship.
On the other hand, it has completely changed the course of dating forever, and not for the better. When I was in middle school if you liked someone you had to pick up your landline phone, call their home number, and speak to their mom to ask if they were even available. This took balls! Yes, guys had to have serious balls to actually speak to the girl they liked, which meant they had to have skin in the game. Today, overuse of texting with little phone or real life conversation has made it too easy to back out or keep feelings superficial.
From not replying instantly to waiting three days before texting your date, these traditional texting guidelines are so outdated in the modern dating environment given how connected we are today thanks to technology and how much time we spend staring at our phones. In the digital era, where dating has been narrowed down to the right swipes and Insta-dming, texting rules play an important role in building new connections. In the early stages of dating , texting is a great way to flirt and build closeness and intimacy. It's also an easy way to let someone know you're thinking about them. That is if it's used effectively. Yes, you read that right.
A special thank you to Brittany and Kristi for the article inspiration, Anna for panel recruitment and research assistance, and to the panel of experts for contributing. Five guys, ages 20 — 30, opened up about what goes through their minds before they hit send. Four out of five of the guys said yes, there are rules to texting.
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