Social Networking: Yes, No, Maybe So?

Is Facebook Making Us Lonely?

This first article focuses on the negative effects of social networking.  It questions if our habits of constantly checking for notifications, messages, likes, followers, and friend requests are driving us away from each other rather than interacting face to face.  We are used to being connected to everything and everyone at all times.  The article uses a death as an example; in old age a woman who had no family or friends left, turned to social networks to see fans or those she cared about.  The description of her death was very lonely and sad.  The focus is to ask if it is truly best for us to sit in front of a screen and waste our lives away. 



Social media is reinventing how business is done

This article is focusing on how social networking can be positive.  Business owners use social media to access costumer’s thoughts about service.  With social network it can be immediate gratification in terms of reading posts reviews.  Owners also say they can make a more proficient team they work with since social media allows others to see your attitude and personal life; these way employers can make sound judgments.

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Honestly, I can see both sides.  I know social networks have made us more unaware of the world, which is extremely ironic due to convenience.  However, it is useful when news needs to spread fast or make a business better.  I think if the world could find a happy medium then it would be okay.  But I see social networks as nothing more than a side game that makes us anxious and unfocused. I get on Facebook and Youtube everyday to pass time, I don't really read, I scroll to avoid what I should be doing. It has gotten me in trouble sometimes...you need to learn how to balance work and social media. 

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Me, Myself, and I

I never forget where I truly reside, a town bustling with overflowing energy.  Relaxed poses are found in pools downtown, which this place is known for: Hot Springs.  I have always existed here, never relocated; though those who dwell here seem eager to fly, I find myself reminiscing in this beautiful landscape.  So much that I have no desire to live too far away.  My family has shared many experiences here, between my mother, father, brother, and I, surprise ensues.  Consequences arise with knowing this city as an old friend however, every nook and cranny wave hello in familiarity.

I pass time sinking into the minds of many, written conveniently and bound.  The power of creation is wielded at any moment's notice when inspiration strikes; paint, ink, graphite all come to life under my hand.  Words dance across paper and screens, letting me record momentary memories as writings of my own.  When I am not away in imagination I enjoy walking along paths, carved from over time.  I crave to travel and see new things, but to always return home as an enlightened self.

A call of unknown sent me to Henderson State University where I am currently a Sophomore Art Education student.  Passion for art led me here; I wish to provide a fun and creative environment to expand minds and see faces light up in excitement.  I want to be a positive figure in students’ lives.

This blog is to allow any who read it to glimpse into my life.  Serious or laid back, I assure intriguing posts.  The theme is to wonder about the world.  What is now and beyond so we can grow.  Through imagination, art, and life in general we create Eloquent Wonder.

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