Can you truly build a connection just by text message alone?

Question

You never hear their voice no pictures really

burlen · Accepted Answer

The chances of building a connection with someone solely by text messaging can vary based on several factors, such as the frequency of texting, the quality of the conversation, and the level of interest between both parties.

Text messaging can be an effective way to connect with someone, especially if the conversations are engaging, meaningful, and build a sense of intimacy and connection.

However, it's important to recognise that digital communication can have its limitations, such as the inability to read tone, body language, and facial expressions, which can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.

Note that some people may feel more comfortable communicating through text than others and may be more open to building a relationship through this medium. Others may prefer more face-to-face interaction and may not be as responsive to text messaging.

abc3643 · Accepted Answer

Absolutely.
I have a very good connection with a young lady here for much of the past 6 years, but, sadly, her life is changing and so she's moving on rarely coming here anymore and never responding to me texts or emails. I guess one could say that I was "ghosted", but I knew this would eventually have to happen and the signs were coming for 2-3 years as well as the last time she chatted with me, she was letting me know how she felt compelled to change her life. I understood and have no ill-will, but I do miss her a great deal.

Aerissa_Jade · Answer

Yes and no, I don't do it by text strictly. I also send audio clips by text, and they do too. Pictures and video can also go by text.

No phone calls needed, but if we don't eventually meet in person, it is like a glass ceiling. The relationship can only go so far.

HollyK21 · Answer

No phone calls or photos? That’s a disconnect right there, but I wouldn’t even entertain that sort of situation, it seems very catfish-y and dangerous.

Guy13 · Answer

No one can not build a relationship by texting alone.

MaazHussain · Answer

It is possible to build a connection through text messages, but it can be more challenging compared to face-to-face interactions or even video chats. When communicating solely through text messages, it can be difficult to pick up on nonverbal cues such as tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language, which can impact the depth and quality of the connection. Additionally, people can present themselves differently in text messages compared to real life, which can lead to misunderstandings and false impressions. However, with frequent and meaningful communication, it is possible to build a connection through text messages alone.

DizzyDesii · Answer

With very very few people. But i need to hear their voice to seal the deal that i really really like them. And i eventually need to see them to know for sure that i really really really like them. So the package deal is a cutie with a soothing voice to listen to and a great personality to be around

ShadezMcgee · Answer

No, because if you never meet in person or do things together you will never truly be able to build that intimacy for the relationship to truly grow and thrive. It also would prevent you from seeing if compatibility is possible given morals and beliefs you may both have.

Texting alone restricts you to hiding and projecting from the safety of a screen, but it also creates a fantasy of the individual you are talking too.

AsaKyo · Answer

No, I feel like you need to at least see a  real  picture of them or do a phone call/video call to really build a strong connection with someone, so you at least know who you're speaking with... then if you wanna go that route, you can turn the relationship into an in-person one lmao

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

I don't think so at least not a deep connection.

People hide well who they are in person much more easier and better to hide behind a computer or cellphone screen as the other person can't see your facial expressions, body language and gives you plenty of time to write all the correct things you ought to say to appear as someone you aren't.

You have to meet in person as that gives you a better vibe who you dealing with and not behind a screen or text.

Fireguy17 · Answer

Not for me.
I need to see, physically talk to a person, have actual interaction with them.
Texting is for a quick message, I'm running late, can you pick this up from the store, stuff like that.
Not for building a realtionship with.

NewYorkCity · Answer

Of course not, if there is no physical actions involved, this fake digital feeling will fade away real fast, leaving you right where you started before you engaged the digital hopioid.

Anemone978 · Answer

You can always have a connection with someone but there will always be a need for more if you want a true connection...

legalboxers · Answer

I was in this situation. She would never call only text, and if I didn't respond fast enough she would accuse me of cheating on her.

NostalgiaSenpi · Answer

They did so in the past, send letters back and forth to and from your betrothed.

UniquelyBasic · Answer

No because the rhythm of a conversation and chemistry is way different in person than over text.

NathanDavis · Answer

yes... a different kind of connection, though

Nikki1989 · Answer

No, that is impossible. Texting is an emotionless dead-end.

whirled_up_girl · Answer

I would need to hear audio messages at the very least.

samuluaa · Answer

I cannot speak for everyone but I know this wouldn’t work for me.

Agape93 · Answer

Nope, only attraction. One gets a connection in person, when you look in their eyes

Jamie05rhs · Answer

A little bit, yeah. Obviously it can only go so far if that's as far as you take it.

Wise4myage · Answer

Sure, if you chat o a regular basis and really get to know the other person.

spartan55 · Answer

There is no way, I like to call it 'miles wide and inches deep'.

Hardworkingguy · Answer

It's possible. Even though messages both get to know each other better

Dnice1 · Answer

Yup did that with my boyfriend on here 3 years ago. Our connection skyrocketed the night I first met him online and became his girlfriend that very night ❤

jshm2 · Answer

How do you think newspapers and adverts work?

Anonymous · Answer

😂😂😂😂 NO LOL. Are you a robot? Don’t turn into one

RobEdelman · Answer

@emiliamazing what do you think? Maybe to some extent, right?

PatriceONeal · Answer

If she finds you attractive you can literally say anything.

SnowedIn · Answer

Long term? No.

Nominal · Answer

Maybe some sort of connection, and more likely it be One sided?

Anonymous · Answer

Nope. Cause they might being cheating on you

MadAndBankrupt · Answer

I don’t want to like women anymore

Mayo503 · Answer

Maybe …. That’s like a blind date…. Lol

Adam1978 · Answer

No I can't. I don't bond without physical contact.

Chazmatazz269 · Answer

Not with a healthy mind.

Alex8736 · Answer

only if it's a real person and not a scammer

msc545 · Answer

Not really - texting is a waste of time.

krin_m · Answer

I don't think that is possible.

eagle1951 · Answer

i wouldn't think so

In_Trance · Answer

You can't

Anonymous · Answer

No. It’s not real.

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