How is social media affecting your life?

[KantoBTC]

Social media has shaped the world in a way that seems to be positive and negative because of the informations that are put out there.
While social media was initially meant for entertainment and connecting with friends and people all over the world , it's has gone beyond that.
One great thing about social media is that it has exposed a lot of atrocities happening around the world, things that we might never have known about like real time crimes, disaster and injustice happening around the world.
Social media is also a place to learn about new things, culture and also it helps to address issues which helps in real world changes.

The only negative thing about social media is the constant cyberbulling, the false information and spreading of fake news . One's moods can easily get ruined just by scrolling through socal media feed. Toxic comments and people,'s opinion about things makes me wonder if this world is ever going be a better place

How do we balance it, does social media news affect you in anyway? Let's discuss

[passwordnow]

The only negative thing about social media is the constant cyberbulling, the false information and spreading of fake news . One's moods can easily get ruined just by scrolling through socal media feed. Toxic comments and people,'s opinion about things makes me wonder if this world is ever going be a better place

Well, we cannot deny these negative things that are existing through social media. In all of the good things that it have got, there are surely those that are also negative to us. Aside from those that you have mentioned, it has also a den for scammers too. Social media platforms allowing scammy ads and shown to their potential victims is a crazy thing and they tolerate it just because these scammers are paying them pennies for advertisement. And with all the toxicity that it has now, just avoid to debate in there and don't engage into it. Always choose your happiness why you use it.

How do we balance it, does social media news affect you in anyway? Let's discuss

Unfollow the people that are only giving you negativity.
Unfollow the pages that you've liked before but now is going oppositely to your beliefs.
Avoid politics!

[Helena Yu]

Don't underestimate social medias.

You said "The only negative thing ..." is like the negative effect by social medias is small or not important, you forget if "we're what we eat". Social medias also a place for to "consume", consume isn't only limited to eating, but anything you see is also included as consuming,

If you keep watching 10 seconds reels and keep scrolling, you will lose your focus and likely to become dumb.

[Hispo]

I suppose it depends on the use each one of us gives to social media and how much of time we dedicate to it, though. For example, I don't usually give too much attention to social media like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook/Meta or other similar scrolling platforms.
I mostly like to watch YouTube to stay informed of politics within the United States and also stay informed about the world of videogames.
Though, depending whom you ask, YouTube has become one of the most difficult social media to enjoy because of the sheer amount of advertisement Google has decided to implement through these lastest years, forcing people to download YouTube clients which offer videos with no advertisement all at.

In the end, as long as we do not develop psychological dependence to those social media and we do not give out our personal information, we should be fine.

[Kelward]

Social media is a blessing to this generation, despite the negativities that also comes from it, most people are getting far more benefits through it. The two most important tools on social media for me are the educative ones being Google and YouTube, you can get almost every information you need on their sites. You can connect directly with family, friends, your community and the whole world through different social media platforms and many people are making money there by creating contents.

We can't deny the negative influence of social media, many youths are being very lazy, they'll be on their phones all day not doing anything meaningful. It has become a hub for scammers and hackers, cybercrime is on the increase and a lot of ignorant people are losing their hard earned money. Fake news is a hubby to some sets of wicked people that misleads others to believing what is not true. The point is that you shouldn't believe everything you hear on social media, DYOR first.

[Fiatless]

How do we balance it, does social media news affect you in anyway? Let's discuss

Don't be too attached to social media because it could be addictive. Use it moderately to protect yourself from getting addicted. Verifying the authenticity of every news you see on social media because it harbours lots of false information. If you you are not stable emotionally avoid the social media because some contents might be harmful. Social media influencers are using the platform to push materialism as they flaunt their wealth. Don't be deceived because some of them don't own those things they show online.

[LTU_btc]

Social media now is different than it was 10 years ago. In past it was tool of communication, people used itto seesomething fun or interesting. Now it's much more nagative. It's full of toxic people, fake news, propaganda, AI shit and so on. In general, it's waste of time. And I'm not even talking about shit like TikTok which makes your brain rot. It's so sad to see so many people addicted to this platform.
I noticed that social media have nagative impact for me personally. I struggle to keep attention and focus one something. Like I'm  watching football or movie. And no matter how interesting it is, I still can't resist from starting scrolling on social media while watching. something.

[jvanname]

Social media now is different than it was 10 years ago. In past it was tool of communication, people used itto seesomething fun or interesting. Now it's much more nagative. It's full of toxic people, fake news, propaganda, AI shit and so on. In general, it's waste of time. And I'm not even talking about shit like TikTok which makes your brain rot. It's so sad to see so many people addicted to this platform.
I noticed that social media have nagative impact for me personally. I struggle to keep attention and focus one something. Like I'm  watching football or movie. And no matter how interesting it is, I still can't resist from starting scrolling on social media while watching. something.

The reason social media is toxic is that most people are inherently toxic and will go extinct soon. The reason is that I know how to prevent human extinction, but I have decided that the right thing to do is to just let humans go extinct together with most animal and plant species. You're welcome, bitch.

Regards,

-Joseph Van Name Ph.D.

[Stalker22]

Social media definitely has some downsides we cannot ignore.  Sure, it has its benefits too, but there are definitely negative parts that come with it.  I guess it comes down to how each person uses it and how much time they spend on there.  Its easy to get addicted if you are not careful and  moderation is key to stay balanced and healthy. 

Personally, I try not to get too sucked into it.  Ill check Facebook to see what old friends are up to or Instagram to peep vacation pics that make me jealous.  But I dont just scroll endlessly for hours.  Thats when it becomes mindless and toxic.  I have other things I would rather do than compare my mediocre life to models jet setting around the world.  Social media highlights reels not real life with all its mundane moments and struggles.  Gotta keep perspective. 

Anyway, use social media responsibility, dont let it use you.  Check in from time to time, but dont lose yourself down the rabbit hole.  Life is out here in the real world.

[jvanname]

Unfollow the people that are only giving you negativity.
Unfollow the pages that you've liked before but now is going oppositely to your beliefs.
Avoid politics!

Have you ever thought that maybe the reason why people can't talk to anyone about politics is that most people are worthless fucking pieces of shit who have absolutely no social skills whatsoever? This is why I refuse to do anything about human extinction even though I know how to prevent human extinction. Humans are fucked up pieces of shit who deserve to go extinct. If humans go extinct along with all other mammals, it will be fucking worth it.

Regards,

-Joseph Van Name Ph.D.

[Zoomic]

How do we balance it, does social media news affect you in anyway? Let's discuss

The social media is a very big space where people either gain or lose. We can gain money, connections and knowlege and can also lose our minds, time and many others. I make money from social media and that is just all that matters  to me. If only those who get bullied on social media can learn to focus more on making money instead of reacting to any thing said to them by some strangers they don't even know. Any day social media starts causing more harm to me than good, I'm gonna drop it and face other things that add value to me

[passwordnow]

Unfollow the people that are only giving you negativity.
Unfollow the pages that you've liked before but now is going oppositely to your beliefs.
Avoid politics!

Have you ever thought that maybe the reason why people can't talk to anyone about politics is that most people are worthless fucking pieces of shit who have absolutely no social skills whatsoever? This is why I refuse to do anything about human extinction even though I know how to prevent human extinction. Humans are fucked up pieces of shit who deserve to go extinct. If humans go extinct along with all other mammals, it will be fucking worth it.

Regards,

-Joseph Van Name Ph.D.

That doesn't seem a good idea with what you're saying. People different, some are good with social skills and can stand to anybody discussing matters over other things. But some, they know that they are not sociable and introvert and avoids discussion that are not of their interest. Or even with topics that aligns with their interest. Anyway, that title next to your name doesn't make sense with how you say things and ideas.

[NurseHub]

Just as you have said, social media has the power to shade one in a good or bad way; indecent exposure is there, and some people are exposed to it before they can tell.

The toxicity and fake information are everywhere. No platform is even giving out only good news because they all believe bad news gives them more engagements, which is actually the truth.

But it's left for individuals to make the right use of the platforms on social media.
Just like us here, this is also a social platform that many aren't even aware of; all they know is the fb, x, and other places where their potential can be crushed just with one comment and maybe can also be favoured by just a comment.
The positive is there as much as the other.

The educative part. When social platforms were not this exposed, people travelled to learn just a little stuff, but now you can be in your comfort zone and get all the education you want. Maybe through YouTube and more others.

Some years back, when COVID came, lots of people made more money through social platforms than they expected.

This is to show that even with the negativity and bad stuff, social media is one of the best things that has happened to us.

[BADecker]

It's such a relief when I turn it off.     

[Storm Breaker]

The only negative thing about social media is the constant cyberbulling, the false information and spreading of fake news . One's moods can easily get ruined just by scrolling through socal media feed. Toxic comments and people,'s opinion about things makes me wonder if this world is ever going be a better place

It depends on how you customize your feed. If you see cyberbullying or false information, don't forget to report these posts. If you do so, the number of cyberbullying and false information will be reduced in your feed. If you give a reaction to those contents and comment on those contents, this type of content will continue to come to your screen. If you interact more with funny content such as memes, more and more memes will appear in your feed. That is how most of the social media algorithm works.

[Sender78]

It's better to take a break from the Internet sometimes

[Yucky]

What you give is what you get, that's how I see social media. If you're going to social media and the only things you follow are motivation and investment, that is what your feed will show you. Algorithm will automatically keep recommending things like that. But if you're going to social media and all you do is follow social media influencers that drag people or all of those, that is what you will see. You waste your time and money  to achieve nothing.

There are social media especially social media apps like LinkedIn, a professional app where you could learn skills and get opportunities. It just depends on you, what you doing on social media.What are you doing on Instagram  or TikTok It all depends on you. Social media can be a tool for success or a tool for destruction to an individual.
While people spend their money and time dragging each other on social media licking their secrets, some people are there making money on a daily basis. So, choose your side.

[Fiatless]

That doesn't seem a good idea with what you're saying. People different, some are good with social skills and can stand to anybody discussing matters over other things. But some, they know that they are not sociable and introvert and avoids discussion that are not of their interest. Or even with topics that aligns with their interest. Anyway, that title next to your name doesn't make sense with how you say things and ideas.

Some people take the discussions on social media too personally. They want people to accept their views by all means. They fail to understand that people have different views about almost everything. If a person is not sharing false or harmful information, there is no need to attack the person. If you want to have a good discussion on social media, give everyone the opportunity to share their views. If done learn how to tolerate people, you will also have a toxic conversation on social media.

[Dunamisx]

How do we balance it, does social media news affect you in anyway? Let's discuss

There's no how we are going to make use of the social media without it having effect on us, but the kind of effect it had in us determines whether we are making use of it for the right purpose or we are just abusing it uses and it's also having a negative effect on us, we must have a gauge to using the social media, know who to follow and the source to the right information needed, we can't just be concerned by the way of going after random users on the social media, not everything on it are good for us even though they are appealing not the eyes.

[passwordnow]

That doesn't seem a good idea with what you're saying. People different, some are good with social skills and can stand to anybody discussing matters over other things. But some, they know that they are not sociable and introvert and avoids discussion that are not of their interest. Or even with topics that aligns with their interest. Anyway, that title next to your name doesn't make sense with how you say things and ideas.

Some people take the discussions on social media too personally. They want people to accept their views by all means. They fail to understand that people have different views about almost everything. If a person is not sharing false or harmful information, there is no need to attack the person. If you want to have a good discussion on social media, give everyone the opportunity to share their views. If done learn how to tolerate people, you will also have a toxic conversation on social media.

That is absolutely true. They want people to believe what they believe and with the discussions, they don't want people to disagree with what they are telling. The debates through the comment sections are outrageous. When people that are too optimistic with things are being debated by negative people, the opposite happens for each of them. The views and opinions of every person that are with the discussion are being plague with personal attacks and ad hominems instead of the constructive criticisms. Too much toxicity is really in there but we shouldn't absorb them.