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Today, I am pondering whether or not it is possible to develop friendships on social media, particularly on Facebook.
I cannot believe that I am about to give social media its props, considering the number of bad things I can – and have said about it. But yes, I do believe it is possible.
And let’s face it, with everything going on right now in the news and the media, we could all use a friend wherever we can get one.
And with COVID still in place, it may even be safer to socialize – sometimes – online.
There are several people on Facebook, for example, that:
- I have either gotten closer to after years of knowing them, though we were not close before.
- Or friends and family who live at a distance.
- To people that I have never even met, but yet we have formed a bond and a connection based on our communication on Facebook.
Sometimes it starts with a like or a love, or perhaps a message or funny video is sent via Messenger. Maybe it is the comments based on common ground, especially funny stuff. Or TV shows you have in common. Or music. After all, music makes the world go round. 😂
We bond over politics, music, TV shows, nutty and funny memes, and even serious issues. And it’s all good!
So, yes, you are forming bonds with people over shared goals and interests, which is excellent!
And as much I hate to admit it, I also became really good friends with people who are completely on the opposite side of the political spectrum than me!! GASP! 😮😮😮
Proof that really great music – hello, 70s and 80s – and amazing TV shows from the past, can bring people together, even if it is online.
And even people I went to high school with and even college, we’ve kept in touch on Facebook because of our shared love of music, TV, and the crazy memes I post!! If funny memes don’t connect people, then I don’t know what will. 😂😂😂
And I have been told that my posts give them life and make them laugh. GOOD!!!!
And as far as connecting it to mental health, I will speak for myself personally, the exchanges I have with my social media buddies actually make me LOL, and you know what they say – “laughter is the best medicine.”
And let’s face it, when you laugh you are giving your brain and mood a much needed boost.
In summation, I have formed some pretty close bonds with people online. And no, they are not unhealthy or toxic, but fun and free. We even correspond in some form or fashion daily, and I really love that.
Now, I know that for better mental health, it is probably good to take social media breaks every now and again. But when I do, I miss the interactions with my Facebook friends.
As a matter of fact, my Facebook friends have even told me that they miss me whenever I take a break from social media. And when they do likewise, I feel the same way. I miss them and their posts.
So, in my opinion, I think it is VERY possible to become closer with your peeps on social media!
And that’s a wrap for today, folks!
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Thank you so much for joining me today in this brief post. I will see you all very soon. Please take care, and as always, be safe and mentally well!
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