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When you question if your feelings are real in a long-distance relationship

We've been dating for eight months but only met in person twice and I keep wondering if I'm in love with him or just the version of him that exists in my phone.

Laozi
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The mediated nature of digital connection creates uncertainty about the authenticity of emotional bonds.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Long-distance relationships via technology?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.