What Is Ghosting?
Sometimes, people stop talking to us without saying why. They don’t answer messages, calls, or emails. They just disappear, like a ghost! This is called ghosting. It can happen in friendships, relationships, or online conversations.
Imagine you are chatting with a new friend, and suddenly, they stop replying. You don’t know if they are busy, upset, or just not interested anymore. Ghosting can feel confusing and hurtful.
Why Do People Ghost?
There are different reasons why someone might ghost another person:
- They feel uncomfortable and don’t know how to say goodbye.
- They are afraid of confrontation and prefer to avoid a difficult conversation.
- They lose interest and don’t think they need to explain.
- They are going through personal problems and stop talking to many people.
Ghosting is common, especially in online chats and social media. Some people think it is easier to ignore messages than to explain their feelings.
How Does Ghosting Feel?
When someone ghosts you, you might feel:
- Confused – “Did I do something wrong?”
- Sad – “I thought we were friends!”
- Angry – “Why don’t they just tell me the truth?”
It is normal to have these emotions, but ghosting is usually about them, not you. Most of the time, it happens because the other person doesn’t know how to communicate properly.
How to Deal with Ghosting Positively 😊
If someone ghosts you, here are some healthy ways to move forward:
- Don’t take it personally – Their actions are about them, not your value.
- Don’t chase them – If they don’t want to talk, let them go.
- Talk to other friends – Focus on people who appreciate you.
- Keep your confidence – You deserve respect and good communication.
- Move on with a smile – Sometimes, losing a person who doesn’t respect you is a good thing!
Curiosity 🤔
Did you know that even celebrities experience ghosting? Many famous people have talked about being ignored by friends or partners. It happens to everyone, but the important thing is how you handle it!
Exercises 📝
1. Match the keywords with their definitions
a. Ghosting
b. Friendship
c. Confrontation
d. Respect
e. Confidence
f. Online chat
g. Personal problems
h. Ignore
- Talking to someone over the internet.
- When someone stops replying and disappears.
- Believing in yourself and feeling strong.
- When two people are close and care about each other.
- Difficulties in life that affect emotions.
- Not giving attention to someone on purpose.
- A direct and honest conversation about problems.
- Treating others in a kind and fair way.
2. True or False ❓
a. Ghosting only happens in romantic relationships.
b. People ghost because they don’t know how to talk about their feelings.
c. Ghosting always means you did something wrong.
d. It is better to focus on friends who value you.
e. Ghosting is very rare and almost never happens.
f. It is good to keep chasing someone who ghosts you.
3. Multiple Choice Questions 🎯
- What is ghosting?
A) When someone suddenly stops talking to you.
B) A Halloween costume.
C) A friendly conversation.
D) A type of video game. - Why do some people ghost others?
A) They love talking all the time.
B) They don’t know how to communicate properly.
C) They always want to be honest and open.
D) They like solving problems immediately. - What is a healthy way to deal with ghosting?
A) Sending many messages until they reply.
B) Thinking it’s your fault.
C) Accepting it and moving on.
D) Ignoring all your friends forever. - How can you stay positive after being ghosted?
A) Focus on friends who appreciate you.
B) Get angry and send mean messages.
C) Keep waiting for the person to come back.
D) Stop talking to people forever.
Answers ✅
- a-2, b-4, c-7, d-8, e-3, f-1, g-5, h-6
- a-False, b-True, c-False, d-True, e-False, f-False
- 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-A
Glossary 📖
- Ghosting = Quando qualcuno smette di parlare senza spiegazioni
- Friendship = Amicizia
- Confrontation = Confronto diretto su un problema
- Respect = Rispetto
- Confidence = Fiducia in se stessi
- Online chat = Chat online
- Personal problems = Problemi personali
- Ignore = Ignorare