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Cofuzion · F
@YMITheWayIM One day, I will find the answer.🤣
YMITheWayIM · 46-50, M
@Cofuzion 🤞
Trippy · F
Well said , and I concur. I've a girlfriend whom has written a doctorial thesis entitled The Catfish Principal. How social media has altered our general sence of trust in what we see. Personally, and in open vulnerability; as a user of popular dating sites... I find it ironic that some participants seek access to a separate App full of pictures...in order to somehow " verify" the current App full of pictures.
I simply suggest, as you've said... A site that provides live video connection. Again, ironic how a good percentage of those receiving that offer simply vanish. 🤔
I simply suggest, as you've said... A site that provides live video connection. Again, ironic how a good percentage of those receiving that offer simply vanish. 🤔
Magenta · F
[quote]We behave so differently on social media that [i]it boosts the confidence that we lack in real life[/i]. Is the internet and social media instilling a fear of authenticity?[/quote]
Yes. But, it is a false sense of confidence, not genuine. In the end I think it can harm, as some rely totally on [i]this[/i] as their form of worth. It's such an unnatural way of communicating and interacting. Not the way we were meant to in the tangible of it.
It also creates paranoia and a host of other things. There are studies and articles on this.
Yes. But, it is a false sense of confidence, not genuine. In the end I think it can harm, as some rely totally on [i]this[/i] as their form of worth. It's such an unnatural way of communicating and interacting. Not the way we were meant to in the tangible of it.
It also creates paranoia and a host of other things. There are studies and articles on this.
Cofuzion · F
@Magenta ndeed, you are correct. I recently finished reading Dr Helen Odessky's books "Stop Fear from Stopping You" and "The Art and Science of Becoming Fear-Wise."
Stop Fear from stopping You is about fear, which is so pervasive that it frequently obstructs our dreams, career paths, and relationships. This fear generates narratives that insulate us from possible pain and failure – at the expense of our self-esteem, success, growth, and personal happiness.
Stop Fear from stopping You is about fear, which is so pervasive that it frequently obstructs our dreams, career paths, and relationships. This fear generates narratives that insulate us from possible pain and failure – at the expense of our self-esteem, success, growth, and personal happiness.
BlueVeins · 22-25
People are much more likely to oblige.
Cofuzion · F
@SW-User Consider that many people are afraid to speak up due to displaced anxiety about being disliked. Others are obnoxious and impolite in order to blend in with particular crowds.
MrAverage1965 · 61-69, M
Cofuzion · F
@MrAverage1965 Not many people have your conviction.
assemblingaknob · 26-30, F
I don't look good without filters 😡
Serendipitymaybe · 51-55, M
Agreed! Profound post.,
Mrsbetweenfatandfit · 26-30, F
I like pictures it’s a moment frozen in time.
But then again the people I talk to it doesn’t matter if it turns out they’re really a giraffe with WiFi. I think for some social media is an escape from their life. It’s nice to take a break from the seriousness of day to day living & pressure of demands that require solutions. Others use it as a platform to express those feelings. Some are more of their messy selves online than in person. Then some like to project their best possible life & self. I think it truly depends on each person versus everyone is one way. Certainly if you want proof that someone is who they are most would say knowing in person is the best way to get that certainty. Then we still have folks married to serial killers for decades who had no clue. I’m not sure the best way to truly be sure you know someone.
But then again the people I talk to it doesn’t matter if it turns out they’re really a giraffe with WiFi. I think for some social media is an escape from their life. It’s nice to take a break from the seriousness of day to day living & pressure of demands that require solutions. Others use it as a platform to express those feelings. Some are more of their messy selves online than in person. Then some like to project their best possible life & self. I think it truly depends on each person versus everyone is one way. Certainly if you want proof that someone is who they are most would say knowing in person is the best way to get that certainty. Then we still have folks married to serial killers for decades who had no clue. I’m not sure the best way to truly be sure you know someone.
Mrsbetweenfatandfit · 26-30, F
I’d definitely say though that temptation to have a “ fix all” button in their hands to cure any physical imperfections they see themselves is pretty high especially when you are right with how often the images we see are altered. Not just people either. Someone shared a story about this fruit tree which some artist had grafted many different types together. The photo shared was so colorful I loved it! [image deleted]@Cofuzion
Unfortunately the above isn’t the tree actually described & was just photoshopped with different colors.
It’s definitely not a dull topic of interest
Unfortunately the above isn’t the tree actually described & was just photoshopped with different colors.
It’s definitely not a dull topic of interest