Tweet and Tell “After what I thought was a fun date with a new guy, I turned to Internet intel and found his Twitter feed. His last Tweet was right after our date: ‘Why is it that girls who look slutty never go home with me?’ I resisted the urge to Tweet back: ‘Maybe because they aren’t turned on by super creeps.’ Needless to say, I never saw him again.” -Lexi, 27
That’s today’s horror story about social media and dating, from Shape magazine’s article, “Online Dating Disasters That’ll Make You Glad You’re Single”. Would you post something like this, knowing that your Twitter feed could be seen by the person you’re referring to? Or, if someone Tweeted this about you, would you strike back? Would be hard not to, I’d think. I think I would. Either way, the lesson here is to keep rude comments to yourself on social media. A tip from the other side of the story is to “follow up” on, or do your due diligence with, the people you date. You can learn a lot by what they post on Twitter, Facebook, etc.
Use your brain peeps!! You know these sites aren’t private, right? You know other people can see what you write? The pictures you post? Think!! And if you’re smart enough to do your research on your date, then good for you.
Lots of Love,
Emily
