Social Media - Not So Social

Imagine a tool so revolutionary that it promised to shrink the vast distances between people, connect families across continents, and empower unheard voices. A digital bridge, crafted with the vision of unity, dialogue, and community. But over time, this very invention began to unravel its own purpose. Not due to a flaw in its design, but because of how we chose to use it — or perhaps, how it was made to use us. What was meant to bring us closer now quietly isolates us, fosters performative interaction, and fuels a relentless pursuit of attention. That tool is social media — a marvel of connection that, paradoxically, is making us more disconnected than ever. The age of Internet ushered in an era of unprecedented communication, and social media was it's crown jewel. Social Media Platforms have redefined how we interact, share and consume content; however as these platforms have evolved, their focus has shifted from connecting people to keeping them engaged ...at all costs. Algorith...