The “Too Quiet to Text” Effect — Why People Pull Back in Late December
The “Too Quiet to Text” Effect — Why People Pull Back in Late December
IN · Published Dec 19, 2025
Year-end exhaustion from festivities and work leads to less texting.
Focus on family time and traditions reduces the need for digital communication.
December offers a chance for reflection and digital detox before the New Year.
Explaining the December dip in texting frequency
Have you ever noticed a significant decrease in phone notifications as December comes to an end? It's a common experience known as the 'Too Quiet to Text' effect. This article explores the reasons behind the sudden silence from our typically chatty contacts during this period.
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