Before we had high-res graphics, we had . In 1982, the computer scientist suggested using :-) on a message board to distinguish jokes from serious posts. This simple "emoticon" bridged the gap between text and tone, solving the age-old problem of sarcasm being lost in translation. Why We Can’t Stop Using Them Why do we add a smiley to almost every text?
Created using keyboard characters like ;-) or . smileys
Text is cold. A smiley adds "warmth," letting the reader know you’re friendly, not demanding. Before we had high-res graphics, we had
Studies show that when we see a smiley face online, our brains process it similarly to a real human face, triggering a mini-spark of social connection. Emoticons vs. Emojis Why We Can’t Stop Using Them Why do
What’s your most-used smiley? Are you a purist or an emoji 🥳 enthusiast? Let us know in the comments!