When I was still single, the morning text was one of the things I yearned for the most. In my eyes, the morning text means so much more than what it appears to be. It is not just a text message, more than a few words. So, this is why I believe this small, simple gesture holds a much bigger meaning.

First, the morning text gives a feeling of reassurance. The other side assures you that they are still here and aren’t going anywhere. I can say that I had a big struggle with trusting my partners. Based on some painful past experiences, I had always feared my partners were going to abandon me at any moment. By sending me a text in the morning, some of my ex-partners helped assure me that they are here to stay.

The morning text has many more hidden meanings to them. It says: “you are the one I’m thinking of when I wake up in the morning, so I texted you.” It also says: “I want to be the first thing you think about and see when you open your eyes.”

But maybe, more than anything, it is something to look forward to. I remember how I used to fall asleep every night and think of the text I am going to receive in the morning, wondering what my partner will write to me tomorrow.

So, write a text to your partner in the morning. It will mean so much more than you think.