Flirting

Instant Messaging, Flirting Online

Instant messaging is a great way to flirt, date, and form romantic relationships online. Not only do singles find this to be a great way to meet new 'prospects', but even people in existing relationships find flirting online an interesting stress-buster!

It usually begins without an agenda in mind yet quickly transforms through subtle innuendos and humor; and through sharing of interesting anecdotes that seems very attractive in getting the person engaged in no time at all.

Like they say, there is an art to every skill, and this includes flirting online, too. Reading and typing are not the only ways in which instant messaging helps people flirt and communicate with one another online.
"There is an art to every skill, and this includes flirting online!"

With the advent of webcam and voice facilities (many of which are a free option with many chat clients and instant messengers), speaking and watching your online partner makes flirting more real than virtual. This is a perfect option for shy individuals who find it difficult engaging in an interesting conversation offline. Teenagers and young adults find, through online social networking, instant messaging and chatting, a safe way to find a partner for some harmless cyber-flirting.

Since they have the option never to use voice or webcam, they can relax and just be themselves when typing their flirtatious words. Men in particular find it easier to flirt online than offline. However, it does take away the reality of non-verbal cues like eye contact and smiles. Emoticons and smileys take the place of these cues online. While instant messaging, you can wink, kiss, flutter your eyelashes and do all that you wouldn't dare doing in real.



However, all is not hunky-dory in the world of internet flirting and live chatting. There are disadvantages too. One of the main disadvantage is that you never know who you are chatting with. Because everyone is anonymous, and there is no way for you to verify the other person's age, gender or marital status, you have to believe what is told to you. It may well turn out that the other person was lying only to gain your affections.

Like every social situation, there are certain do's and don'ts about live chatting and flirting online, especially for young girls and boys. You never give out your full name, address, or phone number until you get to know the person better, and understand their intentions towards you.
"Never give out your full name, address, or phone number until you get to know the person better."



With cyber-bullying, cyber-stalking and cyber cheating on the rise, taking someone seriously on the internet is never advised by people who have been there and done that. As long as you stay within your boundaries, whether you are a young woman or married man, cyber-flirting can be fun and harmless, if done honestly without misleading anyone.



It is a great aid to boredom and gives you an instant buzz if your online partner manages to make you feel good. However, beware that it is easy to get carried away by wanting to meet the virtual partner in real. This could damage your existing real-life relationship with your partner, if you have one. Hence, striking a balance is the key to flirting online and having a good time.
Instant Messaging, Flirting Online
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