What about E-Mail?

It used to be that letter writing and phone calls were the only way to communicate. Now, modern technology has changed the face of relationships by offering a plethora of communication tools, one of these is E-Mail. E-Mail has enabled people to engage in long distance relationships with ease and flexibility, allowing them to communicate several times daily without the need to wait on a postal carrier. Additionally, E-Mail is practically instantaneous, saving time, as well as money. You won’t need to worry about cell phone charges by using E-Mail, and it is extremely beneficial for those who’ve met their new partner online. For some, E-Mail becomes the primary form of communication, lasting many months until the couple meets face to face. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that many women wonder if it is appropriate to ask for a man’s E-Mail address, after meeting and begin using E-Mail as a form of communication.

What must be considered first, is why E-Mail addresses are being exchanged in the first place. It’s also important to set some limits or rules regarding E-Mail communication, especially in the early parts of a relationship. Most E-Mails are exchanged due to meeting men online. If you are looking for a partner through a dating website, then it is expected that you will use E-Mail as your primary form of communication. However, E-Mail should always be used in a safe and responsible manner. If you are meeting men for the first time, then use a generic E-Mail address that doesn’t contain or link back to your personal information for security reasons. Create a generic screen name that cannot be traced back to your real information and use a free E-Mail account for these correspondences. By remaining ambiguous, you won’t need to worry about any negative reactions should you end communication with a potential mate who turned out to be Mr. Wrong.

It’s also important to realize that women tend to let their guard down through E-Mail. Revealing too much personal information, or behaving in a manner that is different from how a woman behaves when meeting with a man one on one, are commonly experienced by women when E-Mailing. To ensure that you stay away from these pitfalls, set yourself some E-Mail guide rules. Decide ahead of time what type of information you are willing to share as well as what questions you would like to have answered from the E-Mail recipient. Also decide what information you are not willing to divulge and stick to your guidelines. Most women find that it is much easier to use E-Mail than it is calling men, so use E-Mail carefully and wisely. Make sure that you keep your personal information protected, and take your time. When you feel ready you can progress from E-Mail to other forms of communication, such as the telephone or meeting in person.