Dating and Tokblocking

Can you get off your phone?

You might be in a relationship with someone that you feel like you have a lot in common with, and you might be thinking about your future with him or her. However, there might be one issue that is getting in the way of your future together. You might feel like the time that your partner is spending on social media is getting in the way of your bonding time. So, what do you do if your partner’s preoccupation with social media websites is preventing the two of you from getting to know each other? How do you approach this type of situation? Though the answers to these questions may be different for everyone, here are a few suggestions.

1. Talk to your partner about your concerns.

Let your partner know how you feel about the time that he or she is spending on social media. Ask him or her if there is a way to cut back on this activity so the two of you can spend more time together. Do your best to be on the same page, and try to compromise with each other.

2. Set time limits.

Do your best to set aside certain times when the two of you aren’t on your phones or computers. Create time with one another that leaves room for face-to-face communication without any interruptions or use this time to bond.

3. Set boundaries.

Let your partner know that you need more time together and for him or her to spend less time on social media for the relationship to work. Explain how you feel when your partner favors social media over the time he or she spends with you, and let him or her know your wants and needs.

If you have a partner that spends more time on social media than he or she spends communicating with you, then talk to him or her about it. Try to set time limits that work for both of you, and set boundaries so you can communicate your wants and needs.