Is social media good or bad? 

Possible new words to use:

1. Correspondence: (noun) Communication by exchanging letters or messages, often over a distance.

   • "I prefer using email for correspondence with my friends who live far away." 

2. Convenience: (noun) The quality of being suitable, useful, or comfortable for a particular purpose; ease of use or access.

   • "The convenience of social media allows us to communicate instantly with people around the world." 

3. Curate: (verb) To select, organize, and present (online content, information, etc.) typically using expert or careful judgment.

   • "She carefully curated her social media feed to showcase her artwork and photography." 

4. Privacy: (noun) The state or condition of being free from public attention or observation; the right to keep one's personal matters and information confidential.

   • "It's important to adjust your privacy settings on social media to protect your personal information." 

5. Engagement: (noun) The act of being involved, participating, or actively interacting with something or someone, often in a meaningful way.

   • "High levels of engagement on social media can indicate the success of a marketing campaign." 

6. Cultivate: (verb) To foster the growth or development of something, such as relationships, skills, or interests, through deliberate effort or attention.

   • "She uses social media to cultivate relationships with like-minded individuals in her industry." 

7. Vulnerability: (noun) The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being harmed, attacked, or damaged, either physically or emotionally.

   • "Sharing personal stories online can sometimes lead to feelings of vulnerability." 

8. Curation: (noun) The act or process of selecting, organizing, and presenting content, information, or artifacts in a meaningful or valuable way.

   • "The curation of content on social media platforms influences what users see in their feeds." 

9. Escapism: (noun) The tendency to seek distraction, relief, or entertainment from the realities of life, often through activities such as daydreaming, entertainment, or engaging with media.

   • "Some people use social media as a form of escapism from the stresses of daily life." 

10. Productivity: (noun) The measure of how efficiently resources (such as time, effort, or materials) are used to achieve a desired outcome or goal, often in relation to work or tasks.

    • "I find that limiting my time on social media helps me increase my productivity throughout the day." 

Questions:

1. 1. Question about Staying in Touch:

"How do you feel about using social media to talk to friends and family far away? What do you like about it, and are there any problems you see?"

1. 2. Question about Learning New Things:

"Have you ever learned something new from social media, like a recipe or a hobby? What do you think is good about learning this way, and is there anything that worries you?"

1. 3. Question about Sharing Photos:

"Do you enjoy sharing pictures of your life on social media? What makes it fun for you, and do you ever feel unsure about sharing too much?"

1. 4. Question about Meeting New People:

"Have you made any new friends online through social media? What do you like about meeting people this way, and do you ever worry about talking to strangers?"

1. 5. Question about Wasting Time:

"Do you sometimes spend a lot of time on social media? What do you like to do there, and do you ever feel like you're spending too much time on it instead of other things?"