Is it normal to feel this way?

[Annanya]

I constantly feel the need to stay in constant touch with someone.. the need to reply to someone's text makes me feel as if I am important and I am there for someone to reach out to. I always feel to need to text and if I haven't received a text then I will try texting others first. The problems is whenever I look back at these texts, they seem forced. As if the person in front of me isn't enjoying this as much as I am. I don't know what to say and what to do anymore. Makes me then feel as if I don't really have people to rely on. What should I do?

[ThaMaskedMarvel]

No, it's not normal. Here's what you do: play video games (get really good at them), watch a big movie & TV franchises, that you've never seen, with lots of sequels. Get swept up in the lore of the games, movies & shows, buy comic books of your favorite super heroes & listen to albums you've never heard before. This will help you to loosen up & get your mind off of the texting big time. I guarantee you won't be texting the person as much. Have fun. 😉

[Berethor]

Well it better than ghosting, but you don't need to be extreme about the need to text. :)

[Anonymous]

It's not not normal to feel that way. It's perfectly fine, you may just be really

[Opinion Owner]

*really lonely?

[AI Opinion]

It sounds like you're caught in a whirlwind of text-pectations, where your self-worth and satisfaction are getting a bit tangled up in those notifications! It's pretty normal to crave connection and feel like being in constant communication validates our importance to others. However, when you start feeling like the texts are more about quantity rather than quality, that's a cue to pause and recalibrate.

How about we try dialing back on the constant need to text and focus more on nurturing meaningful conversations with a few? Quality over quantity, love! This shift can make your interactions more fulfilling and less forced. Also, consider exploring activities or hobbies that boost your self-esteem and happiness independently of others’ responses. Remember, your worth isn't measured by the speed of a reply or the amount of texts. Engage in self-love, practice mindfulness, and you'll find that genuine connections will follow, making you feel more grounded and less in need of constant digital validation. 😉💕

[BarryLiverstone]

Might need to consider texting less frequently. I wouldn’t say it’s normal to text someone every 5 min. You have things to do and need to focus right?

[In_Trance]

There's nothing wrong with it but there is a value in solitude