Single ladies are mastering the art of flirting with their mobile phones according to research which has been analyzed at the Indiana University.
This research includes comparisons between men and women's text messages which found women to be more provocative and flirtatious than their male recipients. This finding often contrasted a women's face to face approach to flirting.
Single women found that using their mobile to flirt was easier, convenient, overcame shyness and they didn't have to muster as much courage to flirt or ask someone out. Women also felt more comfortable flirting with men using online dating sites and chat rooms. So is gender to blame for this outcome? What is apparent is that many men were more comfortable than women flirting face to face therefore reducing their desire to flirt electronically.
A survey carried out which included Australian female singles who have previously been in long term relationships much preferred a hand written love letter compared to a text. Women in long term relationships often found text messaging less romantic than a real letter of love. That being said, statistics show that 73% of men and women had sent a text in preference to a love letter, with convenience being the deciding factor.
The most common text message Australians sent to their partner was "I love you" Whilst the purpose for texting may vary for singles and long term couples, another convenient and heavily used text feature is the use of emoticons. Emoticons leave no doubt as to the point you are trying to make.
So what actually makes a good text message? Using abbrevs, funny emoticons - Neither, in fact shortening a text message to your lover indicates your in a hurry and have little time to stop and communicate with them which can sour any mood. Using a text the right way is a fast and very effective way to make someone's day.
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