This is just a little writing exercise to get me writing more and get people talking. This is not specific to a group or individual. Just my General opinion in 5 things, in no particular order, that I believe is wrong with social media.
1) The sharing of misinformation. I am have come to realize this issue with the current pending election. People sharing meme's and posting articles without taking the time to fact check any of the information/misinformation that they are sharing.
2) The lack of empathy behind a keyboard. I noticed that we tend to be more vocal about our displeasures when we don't have to say something to someone face to face. I have recently removed myself from a few forums that are catalyst for nothing more than bullying.
3) Constant need of approval or praise. I am guilty of this. Posting all my minor accomplishments for that thumbs up, double tap or retweet.
4) Missing a tone. I have also been guilty of this. Reading into someone's post, getting offended, no sensing the sarcasm or misreading what was written. Also posting things that have been misinterpreted by others.
5) No one calls, writes, or hangs out any more. Is this just what happens to us 30somethings? I don't know. But I do know my Christmas card collection is smaller and smaller each year. My family shoots me a happy birthday message on Facebook vs calling or sending a card. To me, it's just good manners to send a thank you card vs a genetic thanks attached to an emoji or meme.
So what are your thoughts? Can you post 5 reasons social media is great?
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
5 problems with social media
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