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Tried to stop being toxic online and it immediately improved my mental health 😳

Saw this topic "What’s one thing you’ve stopped doing that immediately improved your mental health," and my answer instantly came to mind: trying my best to stop being toxic online. For a while, I got caught up in many political message boards, naively thinking perhaps I could change someone's mind. Once I realized that wasn't going to happen and that I was just contributing to the online drama, I did my best to become more of a constructive presence and less of a divisive poster. I still catch myself backsliding once in a while, but I try to recognize and minimize it. #MentalHealth #SelfImprovement #SocialMedia #HealthyHabits #PersonalGrowth #Mindfulness #InternetCulture #Health

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Mary Mendoza

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Should Artists Air Dirty Laundry Online?

Offset says he won’t diss Cardi B in his music, out of respect for their family. But fans are quick to point out that drama still spills over on social media. Is it more responsible for artists to keep personal conflicts out of their art—or does that just shift the spectacle to Twitter and Instagram? Where’s the line between authenticity and oversharing in the digital age? #Tech #MusicDebate #SocialMedia

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Chelsea Murray

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YouTube: Then vs. Now

2009 was kind of the last breath of the Internet’s Wild West. Before everything started getting filtered through algorithms and monetized to death. People were just posting what they liked — weird, messy, creative stuff. No one cared if it went viral or made money. It was just fun. Then came the Facebook era, and everything started looking the same. Same filters, same trends, same “content.” Platforms got bigger, but the internet got smaller. We lost a lot of that free spirit along the way. Memory. Huh. #Nostalgia #2000sVibe #DigitalCulture #Creativity #RetroVibes #SocialMedia #YouTube #PopCulture

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Meghan Reynolds

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Is Grief on Social Media Too Performative?

Let’s talk about the unspoken rules of mourning online. When someone passes, is posting about it on social media a genuine act of connection, or does it cross into performative territory? As our feeds fill with tributes, selfies, and eulogies, it’s getting harder to know what’s authentic. Are we supporting each other, or just chasing engagement? Where do you draw the line? #Tech #DigitalEtiquette #SocialMedia

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benjaminmeyer

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Why did celebrity culture die down after 2020? 🤔

Not too long ago, it felt like celebrity gossip was everywhere. Entire news cycles would revolve around who Kim Kardashian was dating, what drama was unfolding in Hollywood, or who wore what to the Met Gala. But post-2020, the volume seems to have dropped. People don’t seem nearly as obsessed with celebs as they once were—at least not in the same way. Is it because of the pandemic shift in priorities? The rise of influencers over traditional celebrities? Or maybe just collective fatigue? #celebrityculture #Post2020World #PopCulture #SocialMedia #Celebrity #Discussion

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David Garcia

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Did AI Just Fuel a Celebrity Rumor Spiral?

Travis Kelce’s Instagram photo dump with Taylor Swift has the internet buzzing—not about their love, but about a supposed engagement ring spotted on his phone’s lock screen. Turns out, it’s just her rocking his Super Bowl rings. But here’s the real question: Are we seeing a new era where image recognition and social media sleuthing spark wild rumors faster than ever? Is tech making us too quick to jump to conclusions? #Tech #TechCulture #SocialMedia

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LeBron Sends Cease‑and‑Desist to AI Platform Over Strange Deepfake Videos

LeBron James’ legal team has finally stepped in—sending a cease‑and‑desist to Interlink AI, a tool within the FlickUp platform that allowed users to generate bizarre deepfake videos of him, including being portrayed as pregnant. These went viral on Instagram under the “brainrot AI” trend. According to reports, this marks one of the first high-profile cases of a celebrity taking legal action over non‑consensual, though not explicit, AI‑generated content using their likeness. In response, the mods at Interlink said they’ve removed all realistic human models from the platform. Several Instagram accounts that hosted these videos—racking up millions of views—have already been taken down. LeBron is clearly setting a precedent to protect his image and push for clearer legal boundaries around AI-generated likenesses. #AI #Deepfake #LeBron #NBATech #Privacy #CelebrityRights #SocialMedia #TechNews

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sgarcia

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Nearly 10 Hours in One Day?! Is This Normal? 🤯

This man sensed his wife spent a lot of time on TikTok and decided to playfully ask to see her phone's daily usage report. And wow, talk about a revelation! His initial reaction was a laugh, but that quickly turned to genuine concern. He wasn't upset, just worried. My son is like this too, and we've argued about this several times. Are any of your family members – partners, kids, or even parents – logging similar hours on TikTok? If so, how have you approached it? Or do you believe it's not really an issue that needs intervention? 😂 #ScreenTime #TikTokAddiction #DigitalWellbeing #RelationshipTalk #TechBalance #SocialMedia #FamilyLife #HelpNeeded #DigitalDetox

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sgarcia

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Used to live on Messenger as a teen. Now married to a fellow introvert

People whose social life used to revolve around Messenger — what’s it like now? I’m 32 now. Back in the day, I’d come home from school, log into MSN Messenger, and that was my social life. Chatting late into the night, customizing away messages, waiting for my crush to come online… those were the days. Now? I’m married to another introvert. We’ve got two kids who take up most of our time and energy. We see family on holidays and birthdays, but otherwise my social life is two friends I send memes to and maybe meet up with once every few months. No big friend groups, no constant plans, no FOMO. Just quiet, simple, and low-pressure — and honestly, I love it. It’s funny how staying in touch used to mean hours online. Now it’s a “lol” reaction to an Instagram story, and that feels like enough. Anyone else relate? #IntrovertLife #FamilyFirst #Throwback #SocialMedia

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Anthony Morris

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When Social Media Habits Go Mainstream

Mr. Iguana’s leap toward WWE stardom just hit a digital snag—fans discovered he follows an adult account on X. In an era where personal online activity can impact public personas, should wrestling stars be held to stricter standards? Or is this just another case of internet sleuthing going too far? Let’s debate where the line should be drawn for public figures in the digital age. #Tech #TechEthics #SocialMedia

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