social media
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The author reflects on the rise of soap operas, highlighting their role in connecting viewers through relatable narratives and community engagement. With the advent of VCRs, their popularity surged as audiences could follow dramatic storylines. The piece contrasts this with social media, questioning the authenticity of connections made online versus the genuine portrayals seen in…
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I am not a particularly social person. I have people I enjoy spending time with, interacting with. I like being a participant in their lives and giving them a place in mine. Sometimes the contribution of energy to my general existence is what I need to give me a healthy perspective on life. And while…