Swipe fatigue? Endless “talking stages”? In the age of dating apps, Insta flirting, and TikTok hookups, it’s way too easy to confuse “intrigued” with “idle.” According to Snobbish Media, here’s how to tell if you’re genuinely vibing or just killing time.

1. Do You Actually Anticipate Their Text?
Genuine interest means you’re hyped to see their name pop up, you slide into DMs, and the convo feels electric. If you’re just responding when you’re bored… that’s a red flag highway.

2. Are You Curious About Their World?
Real fascination means you ask about their weird hobbies, pet peeves, or favorite memes not just what they look like. If you’re not asking, you’re not showing up.

3. Dish Without the Flirt, Are You In?
Would you hang with them if flirting was off the table? If depth feels dull, you might just be stuck in surface level scroll mode.

4. Ego Trophy or Emotional Spark?
Be real! Are they validating your selfie game, or stimulating your soul? If you couldn’t care less when the notifications stop, it’s probably just validation, not fascination.

5. Spark IRL or Chat Only Charm?
Some people are chat stars but flop in real life. If your connection vanishes when the screens go dark, that’s boredom, not compatibility.

6. Would Their Ghosting Break You or Just Bore You?
If their disappearance hits you harder than a canceled series finale, that’s real. If it’s “meh,” you’re not actually into them, you’re just occupying your time.

So, What’s the Move?

If you’ve been ghosting your feelings more than they’ve been ghosting you, pause. Honesty is the new flex. Be real with yourself (and them): if you’re only halfway in, step back. Let someone who deserves them step forward. Meanwhile, you’ll be free to actually feel something that isn’t just background content in your endless scroll feed.