Relationships x social networks

Since the days when Orkut was widely used, much has been said about the effects of social networking on dating. The dangers? The use of networks by committed people can range from possible jealousy crises to more serious situations such as virtual betrayal.

To prevent your behavior on the network from compromising your relationship, you need to take some care and change single attitudes to those of a compromised person. Here are some things you can do to avoid dating, engagement, or marriage issues because of social networks.

The first tip is that you should be very clear with your partner about your virtual friendships. You don't need to give him a report about each friend, but emphasize that these people are important to you and just friends? even men.

If he is very jealous of his internet friends, the decision whether or not to continue these friendships is yours, but remember that you are not required to stop having male friends because you are in a relationship.

One suggestion for avoiding jealous bouts with your virtual friends is to avoid overexposure on social networks. For example, the less you comment and like photos of your friends, the less jealous they will be (possibly).

Another recommendation is to beware of those who look like friends, only actually there on their social networks trying to break up their relationship. Keep an eye and don't let anyone mess up the relationship.

We also suggest sharing the virtual friendships you have with your partner, this is the best way to prevent them from being jealous. Once he meets the person, he will realize that it is just a friendship and it will make his life easier.

We also recommend avoiding virtual flirting situations. As innocent as it may seem at times, in the eyes of others, it may sound like a betrayal. And worse, flirting can evolve into it. Therefore, avoid.

Another tip is not to be looking for what you don't want to see. If you are very jealous, don't go to your mate's profile looking for reasons to be jealous and angry. Do not do this to yourself.

Also, try not to comment on the facts of your personal life or your couple's life on the Internet. Do not put indirect ones in your profile on social networks. This kind of attitude can make some situations worse.

To avoid problems, the general tip is to keep everything clear with your partner. If both are aware of what each other thinks about friendships in the virtual environment, it is more likely that using social networks will not become a problem in the couple's life. So talk to him about it and don't let bad issues go about virtual relationships.

The Effects of Social Media on Relationships | Mayurakshi Ghosal | TEDxYouth@DAA (April 2024)