People generally have an innate need to be accepted by others. Entrepreneurs have made a lot of money from having this knowledge and knowing how to apply it. Just ask Mark Zuckerburg (facebook), Jan Koum ( whatsapp) or even Kevin systrom( Instagram).Beg to differ?
People say social media helps you stay connected right? So why the need for constant updates? uploading pictures of the new car, house, from the family album or that well deserved vacation? Do you really want to stay connected or do you want a taste of stardom,? By that I mean, do you want the connection a celebrity has with his/her fans?
Reality check. Constantly seeking acceptance either by likes, following, comments etc will only undermine your sense of gratification . It can also rob you off the meaningful connections you have already established in your life. These are the people who have accepted you for you. The ones that call you on the phone, send you emails, text messages, video chat, pay you visits when they can.
If you want to stay connected and meet new people , then do just that. Don't obsess over the numbers. Unless you can transform those numbers into cash, legitimately of course. Stay connected but do not live a lie. Do not expect that everybody you meet is going to accept you.You can try to win their acceptance, if it matters that much to you. You may just end up feeling neglected, and for what?
Never forget,the world is your playground. Do not wait to be invited or asked to play. Embrace your inner child. HAPPY CHILDREN'S DAY
“Because one believes in oneself, one doesn't try to convince others. Because one is content with oneself, one doesn't need others' approval. Because one accepts oneself, the whole world accepts him or her.”
― Lao Tzu
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