Can You Thrive Without Facebook or Other Social Networks?

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Start date Jan 6, 2013
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The discussion centers on the feasibility of living without social networking sites like Facebook and forums such as PF. Participants express varying views on the impact of these platforms on their lives, with some acknowledging a sense of addiction while others feel indifferent or even liberated by their absence. Many highlight the dual nature of social media, noting its potential for both positive connections and negative distractions. The conversation also touches on how these platforms serve different purposes; Facebook is often seen as a social tool for maintaining relationships, while forums like PF are viewed more as spaces for shared interests and discussions. Concerns about social norms and the perception of those without social media accounts are raised, questioning whether opting out is seen as unusual in today's society. Ultimately, the dialogue reflects on the balance between online engagement and real-life interactions, suggesting that the choice to use or abstain from these platforms varies greatly among individuals.

Jan 13, 2013

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BobG said:

George Jones said:

Upside: my wife could get in touch with me at all times.

Downside: my wife could get in touch with me at all times.

Most cell phones include caller ID. Just don't answer. Let her call go to voice mail and just delete it.

How can he distinguish upside from downside based on caller ID?

Woopydalan said:

What would you do without a facebook or PF?

The same I did one year ago, just without posts here.

Without forums, chats or any other communication tools, the internet would be (or look like) a lonely place, that is true. But that should not be surprising.