Change is needed. I stopped spending time on Instagram. For a second or two, I missed seeing how folks and animals are doing. I also thinned out what I watch on YouTube.
Doing others things instead, fluffs things up for me. I’ve learned that not all creators are skilled in being sensitive to their audience. Creators can be so wrapped up in their lives, they fail to consider people are also waiting, wondering, expecting news.
Viewers have to accept creators have things going on in their lives that they don’t want to or may not be ready to share. When to vs when not to is a fine balance. Think adjustments.
Telling the audience news, but withhold the particulars, some very basic, until the video next week I feel, is disappointing and hugely inconsiderate.
When things like that happen, I unsubscribe or block. The same on social media as in real life. If you don’t like the service, then don’t go back. People prefer places where the experiences are good.
Social media can provide perspective. Managing the time spent as well as building favorites helps enhance the experience.
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| Wild Violets |
I have never been on instgram, in fact only FB and I have been off of that for several years. I do like pinterest, and I use youtube quite a bit. I agree there are some creators that I just don't enjoy so I don't go back. LOL It's as easy as that isn't it? I really love the photo of the wild violets. Have a nice day today.
ReplyDeleteNicole,
DeleteYour blog post today is inspiring.
Once I got use to not following creators, no matter how long a fan, I enjoy Youtube better.
May
I'm only on blogger and really try to keep it simple and that works for me.
ReplyDeleteBill,
DeleteYou have a good blog. Your delightful photos always make me think more.
May
I closed my Facebook account a year ago....and I had it for decades. I don't miss it at all. I am very happy just doing my blog, and there are thankfully some wonderful people, yourself included! :)
ReplyDeleteI never even did Instagram or Twitter or others. Beautiful photos!
Thank you so much for sharing, and I hope you have a wonderful week ahead!
Linda,
DeleteFor a long time I didn’t bother much with social media. Facebook scares me how some folks friend anyone that asks.
May
This spring we had violets like I've never seen them before. I wish I had taken pictures!
ReplyDeleteI'm on Facebook, but in a very limited way and must admit most of the time I simply delete most of the posts that arrive. There's a couple people I read that post about current events and I use it to correspond with our kids. As for Instagram, Twitter and the like - I don't bother. I used to really like Pinterest and must admit most of my links I include on my blog come from there. Sadly it seems that more and more items on Pinterest lead to either You-tube videos, Instagram or a commercial site and it's getting harder to find good links to things that don't involve any of that. As for overly-sharing on my blog, I really try not to go into too much that's really personal, although at times I have been known to rant about something when my dander gets up.
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