Yep. This is probably one of the most talked about subjects nowadays and it is something that deserves to be brought to light. If you've ever been in a relationship, I guarantee you have experienced the "extra" person that often comes between you and your partner. Often it's not your fault but it can get annoying at times when a relationship is really ONLY meant to be about two people.
When we think of relationships, we always think of the Nicholas Sparks type of romance. Well, us girls anyways. We always think that the perfect guy is out there and will shower us with gifts, show us off, and will do literally anything to keep us. But today, we all know that neither side is perfect. Despite that fact, people today are able to have quite successful relationships and are able to get over the rough patches. However, as much as we try to block them out, that third person will always be there.
Then..
Maybe they're your acquaintance that you rarely talk to but follow each other on social media. Maybe they're your worst enemy that can't help to see what you're up to. Or maybe they could be the person you least expect, your "best friend". Often times, you did nothing wrong, but you feel helpless about the situation. Back in the day, when technology wasn't prevalent, it was harder for a third person to wiggle their way into your or your significant other's life. Yet that's a two edged sword. Without technology, no one would ever know if a third party was involved.
The age of social media
These days it's SO easy to find the third person in your relationship. They're constantly hitting your significant other up whether it's asking how they're doing, or asking them to hang out. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, you name it. That third person is the little annoying voice in the back of your head that you can't shake. And they constantly show up on your feed, which makes them even more bothersome. If they are persistent enough, they may try to break up their relationship for their own selfish gain. From my own experience, telling them to go away is not the best thing to do about the situation.
So how does one get rid of them?
Honestly, you'll hate me for saying this. There really is no concrete set-in-stone way to get rid of that nasty third person. Some people could protest that ignoring the person does the trick. While that may work, that usually does nothing but make the person want to try harder to break up what you have worked so hard to get. Honestly, when you feel that all hope is lost, the key is communication. Communication and trust are the building blocks of every relationship and it's important to talk with your significant other about this third person.
It's really a topic that gets brushed under the table more often than not because so many people would rather not deal with. But with the rise in technology, the idea of a third person is more recognizable. With all of that being said, don't worry about this person or what they think.
You need to believe in your own relationship.
