Fortune News | Mar 07,2020
Sep 30 , 2023
By Kidist Yidnekachew
It is fascinating to witness the power of technology in bridging the gap between individuals. However, I can not help but wonder if the surge in video journals has led to a saturation of mundane content where the line between meaningful and trivial experiences is blurred.
I usually find myself craving content that offers more than a glimpse into the everyday life of someone while scrolling through these videos; something of substance. Perhaps unique experiences with travel adventures or inspiring others through interviews and thought-provoking discussions.
As the digital era evolves, content creators hold a significant influence over consumer choices and shape popular trends with their ability to reach multiple users at once. They are becoming new-age ambassadors to several brands, leveraging their social media presence to endorse various products and services while showcasing their experiences.
Judging by the number of followers these micro-celebrities have, many people are intrigued by the opportunity to observe the daily routines of others as a form of entertainment. But there should be a boundary between sharing personal experiences and using them for content creation.
I believe that authentic experience is lost when people are aware of being recorded. Instead, it becomes all about living the life that people want to see.
Posting private moments on social media is a phase. I have done it before, but learned to cherish intimate moments and keep them sacred and away from the prying eyes as I have grown wiser with age.
Privacy is a precious commodity.
In the digital age, oversharing on social media can bear outcomes. Not only does it expose personal moments to a wider audience, but also invites unnecessary judgment and scrutiny.
The critical moments are missed while trying to look picture-perfect. Some experiences are best enjoyed without the pressure of approval from others such as likes and comments, and keeping them intimate allows for genuine connections and memories.
Meanwhile, there are consequences to consider as the potential dangers of social media are real.
The presence of online predators poses a risk to children if unmonitored. Parents must be vigilant and cautious about what they share online as there could be potential harm. They must create a safe and secure environment and protect children from any conceivable harm that may arise from the misuse of personal information.
For a certain level of achievement, it is expected to flaunt it through the digital platform. But projecting an image of constant contentment online does not make it a reality.
Apart from a constant urge to keep up appearances and spend more money than one can afford, the need to constantly showcase personal life is a cover-up for something more profound. It is a desperate attempt to convince themselves and others that everything is perfect in the superficial realm of online validation.
The concept of "having it" is often subjective.
In Addis, I come across people who spend a fortune trying to paint the life they want others to believe they live. They try to become someone they are not, which consumes their wealth in the process of maintaining it.
Spilling champagne or tossing money in a country where people are battling to survive is an insult and complete disregard for surroundings. There is no need to flaunt or flex, but simply be modest!
PUBLISHED ON
Sep 30,2023 [ VOL
24 , NO
1222]
Fortune News | Mar 07,2020
Radar | Mar 27,2021
Featured | Apr 30,2021
Agenda | Feb 12,2022
Fortune News | Jun 20,2020
Radar | Jun 20,2020
View From Arada | Oct 28,2023
Radar | Jul 13,2020
Radar | May 02,2020
Fortune News | Apr 03,2021
Photo Gallery | 98405 Views | May 06,2019
Photo Gallery | 90631 Views | Apr 26,2019
My Opinion | 72277 Views | Aug 14,2021
My Opinion | 68562 Views | Aug 21,2021
Commentaries | May 11,2024
Editorial | May 11,2024
Feb 24 , 2024 . By MUNIR SHEMSU
Abel Yeshitila, a real estate developer with a 12-year track record, finds himself unable to sell homes in his latest venture. Despite slash...
Feb 10 , 2024 . By MUNIR SHEMSU
In his last week's address to Parliament, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) painted a picture of an economy...
Jan 7 , 2024
In the realm of international finance and diplomacy, few cities hold the distinction that Addis Abeba doe...
Sep 30 , 2023 . By AKSAH ITALO
On a chilly morning outside Ke'Geberew Market, Yeshi Chane, a 35-year-old mother cradling her seven-month-old baby, stands amidst the throng...
May 11 , 2024
The ruling Prosperity Party - the Prosperitians - has its leaders turned to the Publi...
May 2 , 2024
For successive generations of Ethiopia's tax authorities, the chore of tax collection...
Apr 27 , 2024
The Prosperity Party (PP) - Prosperitians - is charting a course through treacherous...
Apr 20 , 2024
In a departure from its traditionally opaque practices, the National Bank of Ethiopia...
May 11 , 2024 . By BERSABEH GEBRE
Officials of the Addis Abeba City Administration are advancing a series of ambitious...
May 11 , 2024 . By BERSABEH GEBRE
A downturn in demand from the cement manufacturing sector has resulted in an unforeseen surplus of coal in Oromia Re...
May 11 , 2024 . By BERSABEH GEBRE
Ethiopia's parliament established an 18-member think tank focused on addressing the construction industry woes. Under the leadership of...
May 15 , 2024 . By AKSAH ITALO
Manufacturers of biscuits, noodles, and animal feed are sounding the alarm, urging policymakers to interv...