Because social media is built on daily engagement and likes, we can become addicted to the validation of others: the more likes and followers, the more we gain popularity and status - at least in our own mind.
It is good to ask ourselves daily: What am I looking for in this service? What are my goals?
In any case we are promoting something, so what kind of lifestyle, ideas and world view do you want to promote?
This way you can attach the meaning of engagement to this goal of yours, instead of measuring your personal self-worth.
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Wondered about meaning. Feel free to comment!
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