Texting

Texting has arrived.

There's a bunch of big numbers out there with statistics on who is texting. 

I am one of them. 

I text more than any guy I know.

I literally have a couple friends I text all day. 

I love it!

Somehow,  the older generations and "experts" have gotten the idea that its bad.

And so the key question is, Is it? Does it hurt personal relationships?

No... and yes. 

Texting in and of itself is not bad. Texting alot is not harmful. I feel more connected to me friends constantly than teenagers ever before me. I can find out how people are doing in seconds. So for communication not face to face, it is excellent.

However, I have seen a downside. Texting allows you to stay in your own little world. You can forget about where you are.  When I am having a real conversation with someone, I will not be texting at the same time. It's extremely rude and if it is that urgent then the other person can call you. 

While texting does have a dark side, I believe that it is a great way to stay connected with friends. 

-TheOCJosh