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#RI-6a7aab20·4 months ago·
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“Overusing formal language in texts”
What Actually Happened
I used overly formal language in texts and he found it off-putting, leading to an awkward conversation and his sudden disinterest.
What I wish I knew
"Being more authentic and conversational in texts is key to building a connection."
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly and honestly, and don't be afraid to be yourself in online interactions."
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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Relationships Category
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Relationships decisions logged. Avg regret 6.9/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
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