Texting on a trans date is always misunderstood. We all have different styles and time expectation. For example, some transgender people think it's perfectly reasonable to respond to a text message within hours, while other want you to be able to concentrate within minutes. During the "get to know you" phase, your emotions become more intense when your text partner's silence makes you feel like you're being blown away.
Still, one of the biggest red flag of texting is impatience. This shows not only a lack of confidence, but also disrespect for you and your way of communication. Even if you're catering to eager texters in the first place, they'll keep asking, "what are you up to?" Ping will eventually make you cringe. This is not a good basis for starting a transgender relationship.
Here are some tips on how to manage early texting before transgender dating:
Set your boundaries
Is texting not allowed at work? When you focus on a project, does it drive your crazy? Maybe you turn off the scree at 8 p.m., or don't play with your gadgets on Sunday, Or you want to focus in your children until they can't talk until they go to bed. Let your opponent know! "Sorry, I really can't text on weekdays." I have more free time in the evening.
Respond someone else's message
One of the worst things about texting is assuming that the person is ignoring you. It can be painful if you interpret their non-response as a sign that they are interested in you. It's easy to forget that they might be on a plane or booking lunch and then have to go to a meeting. Maybe they're having a yoga class. Or their call phone is broken. Now that you know how bad it feels, it's a good idea to acknowledge someone else's text message. "I have received your text message and am busy with the meeting. I am looking forward to chatting with you as soon as possible."
Add some sugar
Texting can feel impersonal. That's because it is! You can't see people's facial expressions or body language. You can't hear the tone of their voice. If you're just getting to know someone, you don't need to know that they're really busy and that their silence has nothing to do with how much they like you. To avoid appearing stilted or uninterested, it doesn't hurt to add some smiley faces.
Save the long discussion for the phone call
What could be better than receiving the message like "what do you normally like to do?" When you have your hand full? Hope you answer! Save texting for quick greetings or information exchanges, such as where to meet, or to confirm plans. So before you type in "volunteering, beach walk, yoga," text back:"I think live chat will be more fun. Do you want to make a phone call?"
When you say you will, contact someone else
If you typed "Chat soon", better add "What a wonderful day! I hope you have a good time today." Eventually, when you get to know someone, you start to discover your texting habits. But before you become a couple, pay attention to how your partner reacts to the way you text. If you're often accused of ignoring then via text messages, you're also likely to be accused of ignoring them in real life. If your opponent can't calm down, it's a sign to drop out of the conversation.