Relationships Vs Texting

There are bountiful benefits to both calling and texting, as well as detriment. Weather its being able to hear the pitch and tone of your voice to having your connection, verbal calling has been around for generations and whether it should be in addition or opposition to texting is up for debate. The fact of texting being the new main form of communication is up for debate because supporters say its faster and easier than verbal calling, although contradictors say many are harmed because of distractions like in the case of texting and driving.

With this knowledge most people acknowledge that there may be 12 hour gaps in communication due to time zoning. For these people texting is not an instant messenger, but it is their own modern letter writing. In delicate situations, like arguments, even the slightest wrong move can mean a permanently damaged relationship. Instead of having to react almost instantly and angrily spouting something regrettable, texting allows a break to think about what one is saying and to respond

First is the issue of intimacy in relationships, because of cell phones we seem to have lost intimacy in our relationships. I am not just talking about the intimacy between couples, I am referring to the intimacy in all of our relationships. It is not unusual for a group of friends to be in the same room, and barely talk to each other. Some might say it is unnecessary to speak just because you are together, and I would agree, except I am not referring to the comfortable silence that occurs when people are together. I am referring to the silence that occurs when every other person in the room has their cell phone in their hand, texting, watching Youtube, or checking their Facebook page. I have witnessed two people texting each other, you say, "so what 's the big deal?", I then explain that they were sitting beside each other! How many times in an hour do you check your cell phone?

The study done in Pauley and Emmers-Sommer’s article claims that people in online relationships are more comfortable with their relationship because they feel more validated (2007). Using online forms of communication such as texting, social media, and video chatting can improve a relationship according to this study. This study is focusing on the basic communicational rituals in a relationship.

Texting is very impersonal and not a substitute for real conversations because you cannot see the other person’s expressions and emotions. Texting each other is also not the same as having a real conversation because the definition of a conversation is “the informal exchange of spoken words” according to the dictionary. You cannot tell if they thrilled, uncomfortable, or sad because you cannot hear them. People lose interest in each other without real conversations (Psycentral’s article 5). This leads to a decline in real friendships or relationships. Sure you can text 50 different people at once, but you cannot replicate a real conversation with any of those people. The more you text your friends, rather than really conversing with each other, the more you’re isolating yourself from real

There is great controversy of the topic that includes the differences of calling and texting. Although it is mainly an opinion based subject, there are many ups and downs for both sides. Some advantages of texting include being able to talk to someone in a quiet environment, people have more confidence in what they say, and people can respond when the time in covenant. Advantages of calling incorporate the ability to completely understand what they are saying, knowing that it is just between you and this person, and is much easier to get more words across.

Consequently, people who text a lot may be more uncomfortable with in-person communication.” Taking this information into account, it becomes clear that cell phones have essentially decreased face-to-face socialization and have socially affected those who use cell phones as a main source of communication. Along with the absence of face-to-face social interaction, arises the issue of resolving problems via text rather than in person. Cell phones have provided a way to hide behind technology from emotionally distressing events, such as ending relationships (Campbell, 2005).

Texting and messaging is our primary method of communication in the modern age. It’s instant and there are no time restraints. What’s not to love? The problem with texting is that it’s incredibly difficult to showcase the best parts of yourself and convey the meaning of your words through a text alone. This is what makes texting such a minefield when it comes to romance.

However, I argue that similar to paralanguage, or the variations in a way something is said instead of literal meaning of actual words, more than just words can be present in texting as well (Miller, 2015). Although pitch, rhythm, loudness cannot be detected in a text message, the use of punctuation can give a message different meaning and so many different emojis can supplement a message to give it more meaning and character (Miller, 2015). Still, I would always prefer face to face communication so the elements of physical touch, nonverbal cues, interpersonal distance, facial expressions, and even smells can be present because those are unique features that just are not possible through the phone, but add great meaning to a relationship (Miller, 2015). In addition to communication and trust enhancing a relationship, excitement and novelty keep satisfaction elevated as

Smartphones can have a positive influence. You can always keep in touch with your partner through text and calling. It can keep your relationship more secure. Keeping in constant contact can make the relationship feel safer because you can always be able to talk to each other. Smartphones can also help long distance relationships. Smartphones may be the only time you get to see that person. Smartphones can help you keep in touch with your partner who is far away.

Texting has become the normal way of communicating with others in this generation. This is scary because to be completely honest, even though I know I am attached to my phone, I do realize that certain conversations I am having via text would be more effective and personal if I were to pick up the phone and call the person rather than being limited to 130 characters of letters onto a screen. One cannot understand the others tone of voice through a simple text message which is why some relationships and friendships are ruined due to texting.

Texting is possibly the biggest reason behind the lack of intimacy of those around us. Since texting was invented it has quickly became a choice of communication for many American’s particularly

Texting is a brilliant way to miscommunicate how you feel and misinterpret what other people mean. Texting is a great way for a quick conversation but face to face interactions are much more meaningful. Moreover, texting is a bad way to maintain relationships, because it jumbles up what you mean, and gives you false hope that you are in control of the conversation.

We live in a controversial world in which communication is a must. Do you ever find yourself in a rushed scenario when you are communicating with someone over text but you are in such a hurry that you insist on calling them instead? Or are you in a really important conversation and it is just too much to type all of it out when it would take you five minutes to say over the phone? These are only just two situations that can play a role in deciding if you like texting over calling, or vise versa. Some factors that help compare the two are how fast or slow it is, if you can tell if the conversation is emotionally authentic, or how they are alternating over time.

Texting is one of the most common medias that can cause a problem to arise between a boyfriend and girlfriend relationship. For instance, a girl might be expecting a text back from her boyfriend as soon as she sends it out. Once the girl senses a feeling that he’s intentionally trying to ignore her, she will most likely jump to a conclusion that he is probably cheating on her or wants to break up with her. In some cases, some girls would overreact and eventually cause a breakup with the boy. It is because of the excessive time they spend texting each other, that it doesn’t seem normal for the girl to expect a text 2 hours later rather than right away. This situation is not only focused on women but it can also lead to men picking up on the