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the impact of social media on relationships


Social media has given us the privilege of meeting people from different walks of life, staying connected easily, and eliminating distance.
media has taken over every bit of our lives. And it is difficult to manage privacy and hide relationship status. But how are social media and relationships connected? From sharing personal pics to failed relationship information, everything is posted on social media. Therefore, it is no big surprise that this has impacted relationships if we see through the lens of social media platforms

Positive Effects of Social Media on Relationships

1. You Can Capture Memories on social media

2. Social Media Fosters Long-Distance Connections

3. It Encourages Frequent Communication

4. You Can Discover Your Partner's Interests

6. You Can Stay In Touch With Old Friends

7.It encourages healthy bonds with family members. 

8. It helps you to organize meetups

Negative Effects of Social Media on Relationships

1.Less Time for Loved Ones

2.You Might End Up Comparing Other Relationships

3. Social Media Could Encourage Obsessive Behavior Your Own

4. Social Media Can Worsen Body Image Issues

5. Post cloud cause misunderstandings. 
6. It could spark jealousy
7. It's a distraction

 

Suggestions To Find Balance And Manage Social Media

UseStart small. Starting with a goal of decreasing social media usage by 30 minutes a week will give you 30 more minutes every week to do things that are good for your mind and body.

1.Prioritize face-to-face connections. ...
2.Stay informed. ...
3.Exercise. ...
4.Get outside. ...
5.Find your creative side.

Conclusion
In conclusion, social media is a double-edged sword that has brought in a paradigm shift in the sphere of social interaction and communication by eliminating barriers such as distance, time, class and language. It has been a medium of liberalizing society of its orthodox outlook and ensuring the continuance of education, however, it has polarized society through the digital divide and internet evils such as cyberbullying.
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