How Do You Text in a Relationship?

The following tips can help you avoid problems and develop healthy texting habits in a relationship.

What is normal texting in a relationship?

"Three times is plenty." Psychologist Nikki Martinez agrees, saying 3–5 texts per day is perfect. "More if there is something specific you need, such as picking something up, directions, or are having a discussion about something," she says.

Is texting really important in a relationship?

When it comes to relationships, researchers have discovered that it's not how often people text one another that matters, but how "text compatible" they are. But, there's a risk that texting could become a crutch too. And, when this happens it becomes a barrier to creating meaningful relationships with other people.