31. May 2008

The 7 Misused form of SMSing.

Came across an article like ages ago and forgotten about it. It’s about texting someone (sms) using your phone. The 7 not to do action while texting someone. I have summarized it into a list of 7 pointers. It’s actually based on dating but it can also be implemented on friends too. Below the list is the link of the actual article itself.

"For those of you who use text messaging as a form of communication with someone you're dating, text messaging is the most abused and misinterpreted form of communication out there."

1. Don’t joke using SMS.

It maybe provocative as sometimes it is difficult to convey the tone of what you write into the SMS. Words are often misinterpreted. So refrain!

2. Do not use SMS to cancel a date.

I personally EXTREMELY DISLIKE people to cancel a date USING SMS. If you have something crop up and unable to go for the date you promised CALL the person instead of SMS him / her. It is awfully insincere and be a grown up and CALL the person!

3. Don't Ask Someone Out via SMS.

It is once again insincere; call them up if you’re asking him/her out.

4. Avoid the 'Morning After' Text.

This is more towards dating, avoiding SMSing the other party straight the next morning after a date last night. Wait for a few hours like in the afternoon then go for it. You will make yourself look over-anxious.

5. Keep the SMSing Minimum.

Smsing is great but keep it to a minimum. Unless the other party can’t speak over the phone though various reasons. Listening to voices is way better than looking at boring texts.

6. You May Not Get an Answer.

If you SMS someone don’t go harboring so much great hopes of having the other party reply. Because SMSing is so impersonal the other party may be busy etc. So don’t make SMSing your main communication tool.

7. You Maybe Left Wondering and Lost.

People tend to forget things including replying back your SMS. Your message get buried and go unanswered. So pick up the phone and call!

"There's a lot of misinterpretation that can happen via text messaging. Understanding all of the seven reasons above will help you navigate the fun side of texting in dating, while helping you avoid the bad side of texting in dating.

Texting is a great way to have a little verbal flirting to stay connected in someone's life. It's not a replacement for a phone conversation. So if you're hoarding your cell phone minutes, I suggest you contact your provider and get some more minutes. Start having conversations again instead of hiding behind text messaging!"

The Original Article

So whether it’s arranging a date with your love or friends, be sure to keep this 7 tips and reason in your mind. Make SMSing your secondary form of communication. There nothing out there that can overtake the primitive way of communication. “Speak Out!”

~ouT
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