Are you a 70s girl from the heart wondering how to amp your texting skills? It’s okay if you are a 70s man wondering the same thing! The thing is, without texting, survival is pretty much impossible in 2022. And this holds true not just for your romantic relationships but also for all your social relationships.
Now, times have changed so much that in 2022 more than text messaging, the concept of social media messaging is trending. If we spend most of our free time (and in some cases all the time) on popular social networking platforms like Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, we have to get used to ‘DM-ing’ people.
As a result, simply scroll down to find out how you can improve your relationships with the help of updated social media messaging skills!
Improve Your Relationships With Social Media Messaging: Tips And Tricks
Before jumping into texting tips and tricks, it is essential to tell yourself that social media is not a phase and that it’s here to stay. If you don’t keep up with the evolving times, you are simply going to lose out on opportunities, both professionally and personally.
In this section, we will tell you how to not be a dry texter and amp your texting skills. So, without wasting any further time, let’s jump into the intricacies of social media messaging and how you can do that to improve your relationships effectively.
Here we go! Keep reading to find out more on the same.
Sliding Into DMs Is Here To Stay:
The faster you understand this, the better for you. If you think that one fine day you will wake up and texting shall cease to exist, then you are clearly dreaming something that will never come true. As a result, what’s better than rejecting norms? Adapting them! You might hate texting people, but there are some times when you won’t be able to avoid doing so.
Thus, you literally have to be okay with sliding into DMs – if you don’t slide into the DM of your crush, how will you ever figure out what is your crush even like? So, slide into DMs (but don’t be creepy about it) – maybe share a relatable meme or some news that your crush will like reading about. While sliding into anyone’s DMs is not as the complex is might seem initially. Just keep it short and simple!
Don’t Run Away From Intimacy:
A big psychological reason behind people running away from texting has a lot to do with avoiding intimacy. So, running away from intimacy will not do you any good, and as a result, your relationships with your close ones suffer too. So, for instance, if you are not comfortable with texting right away, start small.
At least start with getting back to people on time. For instance, if it takes you more than 48 hours to get back to your DMs, make it a point to visit your social media accounts at least once a day. Allot an hour or so to the same and started texting back. If your friend has shared a really funny meme with you, put your social media messaging skills to the test.
Texts Don’t Lie
We know it was Shakira who first said, “hips don’t lie,’ but that’s the early 2000s. In 2022 more than your hips, texts don’t lie, and it has been scientifically proven. In fact, the University of Nebraska had conducted research, and they found that people are less likely to lie over text messages as compared to conversing with you ‘face to face.’
The social experiment proved that while a majority of, 80% of people were more likely, to be honest over text messages or even emails as compared to actually meeting. Think about it. More honesty and less chances of entertaining blatant lies – sounds so much better! Thus, what’s the point of not using your phone when you can simply text yourself into an honest conversation.
No Chance Of Missing The Target
There are days when you know you have to rekindle a friendship that is fading fast. But both of you are busy, and having a real conversation is difficult. Perhaps your friend is already avoiding your calls or attempts at me. This is where your social media messaging skills will come into play by transforming your relationship for the better.
Research says that most people check their messages within a mere three minutes. So instead of becoming that person who delete multiple messages, leave your message and wait. Your friend has probably seen it and is not responding. At least you know the message has reached its target – so why not text? At least your message gets communicated.
Wrapping Up:
Now that you know the importance of developing social media messaging skills, you must work towards actually growing your confidence and skills for the same. In 2022, you cannot afford to become a dry texter, both for professional and personal reasons. Even for work-related things, most people use texting or professional messaging sites to get work done.
Thus, as soon as you understand that texting is not going anywhere, you will find yourself in the habit of incorporating this on your own. So, what are you waiting for? Stop overthinking and start texting today. Because if you don’t DM, you won’t advance yourself, especially in terms of your relationships. Don’t forget to let us know in the comments below whether you love texting or calling!
