What could be wrong with posting pictures with your boyfriend or girlfriend? After all, thousands of couples do it, and the world doesn't end because of it. It turns out that innocent photos where you appear together might have a hidden meaning. Sexologist Nikki Goldstein proposed a theory that later initiated research conducted by scientists from Northwestern University in the U.S. The researchers analyzed the relationships of over a hundred couples and reached rather controversial conclusions.
Shared Photos on Facebook? This Might Reflect Poorly on Your Relationship
The couples were asked to log their social media activities and experiences with their partners daily. After analyzing the results, the scientists were able to confirm Goldstein's hypothesis.
The experiment showed that those who didn't feel secure in their relationship tended to share joyful photos with their partner more frequently. Simply put, the study found that couples who flaunt their relationship on social media aren't truly happy together,
- as stated in a post on the Instagram profile bezuzytecznapl.
Sexologist Nikki Goldstein argues that people who often post photos intended to showcase their great love and successful relationship do so to collect flattering comments and likes. These, in turn, reassure them that their relationship isn’t as bad as they perceive it to be - the post's author explains.
Shared Photos on Facebook? "True Love Isn't for Show"
The post received over 40,000 likes, and many users decided to weigh in on the topic in the comments section. As you might expect, users took opposing stances in the relationship debate.
- "I'd say it's the opposite... Those who have nothing to show don't post anything."
- "It's strange to be in a happy relationship and only post pictures of yourself on Facebook..."
- "You don't need studies to know this. The less people know about your life, the better it goes."
- "Happiness loves silence..."
- "Because true love isn’t for show."
- "Privacy is priceless these days"
- the comments read.
