Social Media and Personal Connections

The video discusses the role of social media in alleviating loneliness and maintaining connections with friends. It highlights the stress and pressure associated with being constantly connected, especially when missing out on events. The video also touches on the negative aspects of social media, such as jealousy and unnecessary drama over followers. It emphasizes the importance of real-life interactions and activities over virtual connections.

What is one of the main benefits of social media mentioned in the video?

• It is a source of news updates.

• It allows for anonymous interactions.

• It provides a platform for online shopping.

• It helps in staying connected with friends.

What replaced in-person interactions according to the video?

• Emails and letters

• Online forums

• Text, call, and FaceTime

• Video games

How do people often communicate with friends according to the video?

• Through their parents

• By meeting in person only

• Via texting, Snapchatting, or calling

• By sending postcards

What is a common social norm when hanging out with friends?

• Watching movies together

• Playing board games

• Silently sitting on phones

• Always talking face-to-face

What feeling is associated with seeing friends' activities on social media?

• Contentment

• Excitement

• Indifference

• Stress of missing out

What is a common reaction to seeing friends' photos together?

• Feeling indifferent

• Feeling motivated

• Feeling jealous

• Feeling happy

What unnecessary drama is caused by social media according to the video?

• Debates about sports

• Concerns about follower counts

• Arguments over politics

• Discussions about movies

What should people focus on instead of social media metrics?

• Gaining more followers

• Being with friends and hobbies

• Posting more frequently

• Competing with others

What is a potential downside of being on your phone all the time?

• Increased energy

• Feeling more connected

• Feeling more lonely and low energy

• Improved social skills

What activity does the speaker wish to do more instead of being on the phone?

• Reading news articles

• Watching TV

• Playing basketball with friends

• Shopping online