I too am fascinated yet irritated by the dependence on social media. It’s impact on social interactions and the lost art of eye contact is distressing. And as you point out, the weight on a persons self esteem is unimaginable--but it’s not just likes and followers, an entire relationship can be destroyed if God forbid you don’t respond to someone’s text! (P.S. ignore the fact that I’m attached to my phone while commenting)
I too am fascinated yet irritated by the dependence on social media. It’s impact on social interactions and the lost art of eye contact is distressing. And as you point out, the weight on a persons self esteem is unimaginable--but it’s not just likes and followers, an entire relationship can be destroyed if God forbid you don’t respond to someone’s text! (P.S. ignore the fact that I’m attached to my phone while commenting)