Just like regular real-world relationships, online relationships need
tending, to grow over time. Here are some quick growing tips.
1. Take time and make time. Does your online date get in touch with
you regularly? Do you do the same? Neglecting virtual meeting can be
considered abuse or neglect, so treat each other’s time with respect.
If it’s lacking, might mean time to move on.
2. Communication needs to “feel” right for both of you. If one of
you is too pushy about meeting, for instance, that can give off bad
vibes. So don’t rush. Take time to learn more about each other and
develop trust.
3. Respect each others privacy. Don’t share personal email addresses
or digital photos online, for example, if your online date sent you the
information in confidence.
4. Share special online and offline fun times. Online – send
greeting cards, links to favorite places to upload digital photos of
your favorite pet, download music and video clips, post on favorite
forums of interest. Offline- if you’re exchanging addresses or post
office boxes, send print greeting cards and postcards, small items from
your area (like a key chain with your state bird).
Tend your online relationship. Water it with care and over time it can sprout and grow.
