I found it intriguing when reading 1 out of 3 divorces in the US are caused by Facebook related issues. It got me wondering how? Is it because more than ever we have more access to old flames, crushes etc.? I think Facebook is a great platform that keeps and builds long distance relationship of any kind. However what kinds of relationships should we be building and investing our time in? Should we have exes as friends on our social media platforms? What value does someone who you dated 10 years ago add to your life?
Exes are called that for a reason...they are your past. I understand some previous relationships may have ended "amicably" but having connections with people you were emotionally and physically involved with may turn destructive to your current one.
Imagine your spouse for some reason has not been showering you with compliments or paying you attention then you post a picture on Facebook and a certain ex likes it and posts a flattering comment. Of course you would be happy to get that gratification and probably engage in more conversation with that person. My point is even though you feel it may not be harmless to have an ex or a crush as a friend on social media, the unexpected could happen. Don't forget it does not have to be physical before it becomes detrimental. Emotional affairs can have as much of a devastating effect on a marriage or relationship.
Having said that people have cheated and marriage have broken from time immemorial; however social media makes having illicit relationships more accessible. Keep your friends close and your exes away. That's my take!
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