9 minutes agoAuthor: Shashank Shukla
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Today In the digital age, social media is not limited to just our smartphones. It is also affecting our relationships. Instead of connecting relationships, social media is causing distance to grow. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X and WhatsApp have given people access to the virtual world, where people can connect with people sitting in any corner of the world.
But there is also a hollowness in this digital connection. People may be surrounded by thousands of ‘friends’, but in real life they have no one to talk to. Recently, a research by the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships found that excessive use of social media can cause problems in relationships.
So today we relationship I will know that-
- How can social media create a rift in relationships?
- What could be its solutions?
Impact of social media on relationships
According to the ‘Journal of Social and Personal Relationships’, increasing use of social media creates insecurity and emotional distance in relationships. 2000 couples aged between 18 to 40 years were included in this research. Research has found that people who spend more time on social media have increased feelings of tension, distrust and insecurity in their relationships.
Why are the distances in relationships increasing?
Over-sharing and lack of personal space
The trend of sharing every small and big thing on social media has increased. But the truth is that not everyone should know the story of your relationship. Privacy is very important in relationships. But nowadays people post every moment spent with their partner on social media, due to which there is a lack of personal space between them.
pressure of social comparison
People often share their happy moments on social media. In such a situation, seeing the posts of others about ‘perfect couple’ can create a feeling of dissatisfaction in your relationship. It seems that our relationship is not at that level and this disappointment can create distance in the relationship.
mismanagement of time
Nowadays it has become common to spend hours on social media. Many times people remain lost in their mobile even when they are with their partner. These small things create a rift in relationships. One should understand that time is the pillar of strength of any relationship.
an atmosphere of misunderstanding and doubt
It’s normal to chat with old friends, ex-partners or make connections with new friends on social media, but this can lead to misunderstandings. Lack of transparency in the relationship creates an environment of suspicion.
Use social media in a healthy way
Although social media also has negative effects, using it in a balanced manner can bring positivity in relationships. Let us discuss its solution through graphics.
Let us understand the points given in the graphic in detail-
Limit time for social media
Every person should set a set time limit for social media. Spending more than 1-2 hours a day on social media can be harmful for relationships. Try to follow this time limit and give time to your relationship.
maintain open communication
If any post or reaction on social media creates a feeling of insecurity, then talk openly about it with your partner. Transparency in communication strengthens relationships.
avoid comparison
Don’t compare your relationship with the perfect relationships you see on social media. Remember that every person has ups and downs in life and everyone shares only the good aspects of their life on social media.
be honest with each other
If someone is harassing you on social media, block him and inform your partner about it. If the matter is serious then discuss it with your partner and take legal action. Honesty is the foundation of relationships and increases trust.
maintain privacy in private moments
It is important to share personal moments in relationships, but avoid oversharing these moments on social media. With this, a respectable distance is maintained in the relationship and the partner also feels good.
Relationship counseling option
If you are facing problems in your relationship and you are not able to solve it yourself then take help of professional relationship counselling. This is a common practice these days and there should be no hesitation.
How to protect your relationship from the influence of social media?
maintain transparency in communication
Communication is very important in a relationship. If you are having a lot of conversation with a friend on social media, then instead of hiding it from your partner, tell it openly. Such small communications maintain transparency in your relationship.
respect personal space
Before sharing on social media, think whether this is a private moment? To keep your moments in the relationship special, it is important not to share everything on social media.
Stay away from your phone during ‘family time’
When you are with your partner, keep the phone on silent or away. ‘Family time’ should be just for you and your partner. With this you can enjoy each other’s company.
Avoid comparing posts to others
Not every relationship on social media is ideal. Stop comparing your relationship with others’ relationships and try to make your small moments with your partner special.
