What to do when someone starts typing, then doesn’t send anything

The age-old conundrum of the tantalizingly incomplete message. You’re chatting with someone, and suddenly, they start…

What to text when someone suddenly stops responding

The age-old conundrum of the sudden radio silence. You’ve been chatting with someone, and suddenly, they…

How to respond to “Why do you never initiate conversations?” when you’re just not feeling chatty

Handling conversations can be challenging, especially when it comes to texting. You’re sitting there, staring at…

What to text back when they send “Hey” with no context or follow-up

The age-old conundrum: you receive a Hey from someone, with no context, no follow-up, and no…

How to deflect “What’s on your mind?” when you’re not ready to share

When someone asks What’s on your mind? over text, it can be overwhelming, especially if you’re…

What to say when they don’t respond for hours

The agony of waiting for a response to a text message. You’ve poured your heart and…

What to say when they send a string of awkward emojis

Handling conversations effectively, especially in the digital realm of texting, requires a delicate balance of being…