Random thoughts and feelings

Satindragon{Not Lookin} - I like face to face best. But some who are comfortable with technology use face time and Skype for the ability to see each other.

I hope you get more comfortable and find what you are looking for.

Bishop​(dom male) - But it does change things, if you want it to. Awareness brings out the ability for further communication and a chance for clarification.

Mama Bear JJ​(dom female){koa} - Communication that is solely based online isn't easy. Expressions and emotions can be hard to read, especially when you are reading. But, with the right person, those things can be overcome. Not 100% of the time, but fairly close. I've done the online relationship thing for the last five years, and the online BDSM dynamic thing for the last year. It is possible and it can work. If you are struggling with taking things to the next level, beyond just small talk when it comes to friendship or more, it could just be as simple as you not being a good fit with the person. Use the same instinct you would use in face-to-face communication to determine that. Even setting aside ability to determine fit based eye contact, body, language, and expressions ... you know, based on what you are getting and experiencing, whether you are clicking with someone or not. Trust that. Beyond that, hang in there and be patient. Life in real life and online is a process, you'll get there 😊

SSG{ENM-TLP} - I think emoticons and gifs can be helpful if they are used correctly.

If you're a premium member here, you can do the 1 minute voice clips in Bond chat. I use that a lot when chatting with people, especially if it is something I want to be sure is understood the first time. And sometimes, I just get tired of typing. :) If I'm on my phone, my text skills SUCK and the meaning can be lost by typos and omitted words. Ironically enough, my most omitted word is "not." THAT can REALLY be an issue.

When I have to use text only for something really important, I read it back out loud to myself as if I was the one receiving it. I try to think "What would I think if I read this" and I make alterations and add further explanation if needed.

I have also found that making the paragraphs smaller and not using all caps a lot make it easier to read.