Texting vs personal interaction

[fallen_leaf]

Anyone find it easier to talk to their spouse by text instead of in person?

[kenster1]

yeah me.i sat in work one day and during my break I sent my mrs the longest txt about how sorry I was for anxiety/depression taking over me and wrecking our relationship.when I got home I asked her about the txt and she said she never received it.i was gutted because I put a lot into it.

[fallen_leaf in reply to kenster1]

Sorry to hear that. I get too emotional trying to talk to my spouse in person. And he isn’t great at communicating. But they say texting isn’t a good idea because it leaves a record and it’s just not the same

[kenster1 in reply to fallen_leaf]

sometimes we say the wrong words face to face texting you can be more thoughtful considerate .the only thing I would say is texting cuts out the human connection and emotional feeling if you know what I mean.

[Jvicks]

Interesting that you all prefer texting. I must have face to face interactions. Messages get confused in texts causing anger and hurt. I also do not think it is appropriate to discuss sensitive topics via message. I must be old fashioned! 😂

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I don't know if that would be my preference, but texting is certainly better than not talking at all

[dore13]

no, why wouldn't I want to talk to someone I love in person? Texting is impersonal, if that is the only way you two can clearly communicate, you might want to consider couples therapy. I wish you well.

[fallen_leaf in reply to dore13]

That’s the problem, he won’t go to therapy

[dore13 in reply to fallen_leaf]

you may need to reevaluate your relationship. If he won't get help, that leaves you with little options as to how to proceed. Think about what you want out a relationship, and then decide if that is what you are getting.