Dating
I dont need three self-esteem-destroying paragraphs about why you didnt like me.
We met for casual drinks at a bar.
We laughed and chatted.
And then he walked me home.
It was very laidback and friendly, so it seemed clear we didnt vibe in a romantic way.
If fact, I almost feltbadthat he put so much effort into letting me down.
Ghosting gets a bad rap, so I can see why he took the time to explain himself.
But honestly, reading a list of reasons why we wouldnt work out seemed like overkill.
In other words: Lets just ghost each other, FFS.
The more times we swipe right, it seems, the more likely it is for ghosting to occur.
According to licensed clinical psychologistDr.
Kate Cummins,ghostingis a way to avoid awkward conversations and potential conflict.
Again, nobody likes a ghoster.
Kyra, 30, is a fan of ghosting for this very reason.
I dont need three self-esteem-destroying paragraphs about why you didnt like me, she tells Bustle.
Uma, 32, says shes also OK withghosting or being ghostedafter one date.
Ive been ghosted by people who I wanted to be ghosted by.
As it goes with everything, it all comes down to each unique situation.
In these cases, ghost away.
When connections have been made, Uma says she also appreciates a quick message.
At that point, its good social etiquette.
Personally, Id say less is more in almost every scenario.
This article was originally published onApril 26, 2023
source: www.bustle.com
