Why People “Orbit” — Watching Stories Without Texting
Why People “Orbit” — Watching Stories Without Texting
IN · Published Jan 7, 2026
Orbiting is engaging with someone's social media without direct communication, leaving intentions unclear.
Reasons for orbiting include keeping options open, avoiding commitment, or easing ghosting guilt.
Orbiting can cause confusion and hinder moving on; clear communication is crucial in digital relationships.
Understanding the perplexing behavior of digital orbiting
In the age of digital communication, new and perplexing behaviors are constantly emerging in the realm of relationships and dating. One such phenomenon is “orbiting.” Orbiting refers to the act of keeping someone in your orbit by engaging with their social media content—watching their stories, liking their posts—without actually communicating directly through texts or calls. It’s a digital breadcrumb trail that leaves the recipient wondering about the orbiter’s true intentions.
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