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" I’m happier in solitude and a small circle of deeper, richer bonds that can only be cultivated through minimalism." Exactly. :) Same! I have learned to appreciate my relationships so much more because of this and have learned to manage conflict and minimize it so I can nurture what matters....otherwise, it's almost like people are collecting "friends" to feel less empty, especially on social media!
I am still super social, but I guess more careful about who I call a friend and who gets to be in my inner circle and know things about me and my life.
Comment by orange_sherbet_ at 26/01/2025 at 20:37 UTC
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It’s really hard to build an individual identity. I’d argue it’s impossible without spending significant time alone, through significant adversity; two things that are really hard to embrace no matter who you are or where you come from.
And if you don’t know who you are or what’s important to you, how can you build an adequate support system?
Hence the social media addictions, the false narratives and friendships, the accrual of “followers” and other shallow dopamine hits to the ego. It’s poisonous on so many levels.
Not an original thought by any means, I just wonder why people still seem to want this dystopian hellscape we’re living in 🙃