Dry Texting

Short, low-effort replies like "ok" or "lol" that stall the conversation and signal low interest.

What it actually means

Every message you send hits a wall. No questions back, no energy, nothing to build on. It feels like texting a brick.

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What to do about it

Give one good opener with a question, and if it stays flat, stop carrying it. Two people should be rowing, not just you.

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