Do We “Click”?
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What do you look for when you share an opinion online? Is it for people to like, comment on, or repost it? For some, it is about validation, and I found myself falling into that trap back then.
I have seen social personalities post all sorts of things, whether strong opinions, passing thoughts, or even senseless pranks, and receive instant reactions, both positive and negative. It made me wonder what was lacking in my own posts. Why was it not gaining the same traction? Did that make me seem less appealing in the social media space, not physically, but in presence? The question then shifted towards how I could grow my reach and awareness online.
But when I pause and reflect, I remind myself that my intention has always been to share quiet reflections on life. That may not resonate with everyone at every moment, because people are on different journeys. In a way, I am simply casting my net into the ocean, and whatever I receive, I choose to be grateful for.
I hold on to something I once shared: you never truly know the weight of your words or actions, or how they have affected someone until they tell you. That is a principle I continue to stand by.