The Internet is a great place to connect, but it can also be tricky.

Here, find tips for healthy social media boundaries in relationships.

It can also be an opportunity to see another aspect of your mate that youve never seen.

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Below, find tips to create healthy boundaries with social media in a romantic relationship.

6 tips to create healthy boundaries with social media in romantic relationships

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Understand your intentions

Make a list of the reasons why social media matters in your relationship.

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This will help you identify what your boundaries are, if you dont know already.

Ask yourself why you share and post.

Is it because youre proud of it?

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Do you typically share other intimate aspects of your life?

If you avoid posting your relationship altogether, why?

you might also ask your partner the same questions to get their perspective.

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Address what bothers you about their social media usage by asking open-ended questions.

Lean into curiosity rather than rebuking your partner.

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Their relationship in real life is much more important than how it might appear.

However, being open and honest about your feelings and boundaries will go a long way.

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