So much of our lives revolve around our phones and social media. This is not a new concept, and I'm sure everyone is tired of hearing that our generation needs to unplug, and that's not what I'm going to say. Much like how we affect the people around us by our interactions with them, we affect the people who follow us on social media accounts with what we say and present online.
I think that social media platforms, such as Twitter and Instagram can do an amazing job of sharing thoughts and promoting ideas. Instead of tweeting constantly about how annoyed or angry you are, try changing your outlook and post about something that makes you happy. It can act as a reminder for your and for the people following you that even in our busy lives, that we can find joy in the little things.
As for me, when I see negative tweets (including sub-tweets), it brings me down, even if only for a second, it brings me down. And then I see a few in a row and start to think negatively too. But, if I read a tweet that is positive or funny, it can sometimes make a difference in my day.
Too much of the time, I think that social media are used as outlets for venting and sharing personal information that is better left off the Internet. You calling someone out on Twitter does not make the situation better, especially if no one knows who you're talking about.
Negativity and positivity are both contagious, which is why what we say on social media matters.
