What did we learn from the social media blackout?
Yesterday for several hours Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp were all down for users across the globe. And for many of us, it was a moment to take stock of what we get out of social media in the first place.
Recently I’ve found some really useful and informative Instagram accounts from doulas, doctors and midwives that have helped me educate myself about birth and childcare. As a result I’ve spent far more time on the app that I did previously. And while there are certainly benefits, I’ve found a bit of community as I go through a major life change, I can also feel a certain itch to be stimulated by the flow of the Instagram feed when I have a free moment. I am restless and reaching for my phone far too often.
Sara Moniuszko noted in a story, plenty of people were facing some hard truths as they couldn’t log into their favorite social media sites.
“I haven’t been on Facebook in years and don’t miss it at all but today I learned that Instagram has an iron-clad HOLD on me,” tweeted author Saeed Jones of the outage.
Others found joy in taking a break.
“With Instagram taking the day off, I haven’t known this much happiness (and been so productive) in a long time. IG honestly stay down babes, we don’t miss you!” user @MisterPreda tweeted.
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Today’s reads
- They left their children to fight a pandemic with no end. Would they do it again?
- And the National Book Awards finalists are…
- How can older workers better compete in today’s talent market? Our workplace advice columnist weighs in.
- Have you watched Netflix’s “Squid Game” yet? I wrote all about the South Korean TV show that has become a global sensation.
Today’s pet
Meet a dog named Cocoa, but don’t feed her any chocolate.
“Cocoa our Rescue Doggie since April 2021,” says owner Cecelia Crane. She is an “Aussie/ Irish Setter and three years-old.” Cecelia describes her as “our angel!”
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