Finding Friends on Social Media

Meg Living Inside Out

“Does not wisdom call? Does not understanding raise her voice? On the heights beside the way, at the crossroads she takes her stand; beside the gates in front of the town, at the entrance of the portals she cries aloud…” Proverbs 8:1-3 This episode we are talking about finding friends on social media! Social media is the modern day meeting place, the same as the city gate was in ancient times. We will either heed the call of wisdom or listen to the siren song of folly. If we listen to folly, our time on social media will be frivolous and meaningless. But if we listen to wisdom, we will find peace and friendship. So first, choose who you want to learn from. Follow them and listen closely. Second, friendship is in the comment section/at replies. Look for people who are engaging thoughtfully and then pay attention to what they have to say. Third, cast a wide net, while still prioritizing those you want to learn from. The wide net makes you available to those who wouldn’t have met you otherwise, and the prioritizing keeps your wisdom follows at the forefront. Fourth, show interest in person. Reply to some stories with some emojis. Reply to an @reply with your own thoughts and start a smaller conversation. Learn the culture of whatever platform you’re on and be intentional with non verbal affirmations. You never know who will connect with you. I hope this podcast has given you some ideas for how to make friends, especially if you’re in an isolated situation and the internet is your only access to community. Want to connect with a mentor? Visit http://inversedream.com/podcast/friendship