How many seconds ago did he open it? I can’t respond that fast. I don’t even have mascara on. He opened it and didn’t respond?! Was that a mass snap, or a personalized snap? How can I tell him what I need to say within thirty- one characters? Maybe if I move the text box over this zit he won’t be able to tell I have one…
That little red- filled square, with his name bolded next to it… to press and hold or to not press and hold, that is the question ringing through the brains of so many girls whether procrastinating at the library or lounging in bed after a long night at bars. I’m guilty of this sad reality; overthinking and reading into every single snap from that guy. After allowing this petty, yellow icon with a ghost in it to overtake my sanity, I have come to one sane and rational conclusion: snapchatting him will get you no where and any flash of hope, let’s say 1- 10 seconds, will disappear if this continues to be your only method of communication. Here are 4 reasons why you should ditch the ghost and insincerity, if you want to be with him.
1. But you just got into bed…
No one talks about it, but there is a middle ground between the “Hahah, I look so ugly” snap, and the “I’m ready to go out, and I look hot” snap. This middle ground is snap limbo; no one wants to be average. You’re laying down: teeth brushed, face washed, glasses on, retainers in. He snaps you… you must respond because, well, you like him and that snap back will show him… or will it…
What you think you look like…
What you actually look like.
2. The conundrum of the snap best friends
Somehow this becomes an obsession, while no one understands exactly how that person you snapped twice is in your top 3. Knowing who your “best friends” are, who your actual best friends, “best friends” are… and most importantly who his “best friends” are becomes your hobby. This is where Snapchat becomes not so anonymous and oh so unhealthy…
When you snap him 24/7 and that girl is still in his top 3, and you are not…
and when you are in the ever- coveted top 3.
3. The Drunk Snap
It’s already difficult to remember what he sent when sober, but when drunk a whole new aspect is added to the snap game. Not only does this liquid confidence instill the urge to send many repeated snaps to him, it also makes remembering his snap next to impossible. Lying awake the next morning seeing his name in your recent snaps is like trying to remember what you learned in Calculus four years ago.
Your state of mind when you send the snap.
Your reaction when your phone reveals a glimpse into your night.
4. Say what?!
The 31-character limit makes getting your message across to him close to impossible. If you are into a guy, how is he supposed to know when “ur abbreviatin evry wd so it cn fit?” Say you’re a snap pro, and you know how to impeccably fit your thoughts into that minuscule text box, how do you respond to, well…
Or…
This?
Don’t get me wrong. I love snap chat, in fact, I live for it. Say you have your man, you’re I.N.D.E.P.E.N.D.E.N.T, or you’re just doin’ you, then Snapchat like there is no tomorrow. So, if you are pursuing that special someone, try to shy away from snapping him. Maybe sent him a text, give him a call; trust me, the world will not stop spinning if you pick up the phone and call him. If you don’t snap out of Snapchat, you may be haunted… or even worse, you will not get anywhere with him.