I fell into the Twitter trap once again, innocently trying to explore the Obsidian world, but then I got sucked in. It happened almost instantly. I followed a couple of people to spice up my feed, and before I knew it, Twitter algorithms thought they had me all figured out. They started showing me things that had nothing to do with my interests, and I felt like I was wasting my time scrolling through irrelevant content.
However, my experience with Twitter wasn’t all bad. It made me realize that I needed something else – a platform that would help me focus on my interests and allow me to interact with like-minded people. That’s when I discovered Medium. It was a breath of fresh air with everyone linking to their articles. I could only read so many of them before they started asking me for money, but I decided to pay because I wanted to support the platform.
Paying for Medium made me feel like I was part of a community, but it also created a sense of obligation to write something on the platform. I wanted to be part of that whole community, and it worked. Or so I thought. But then, I started thinking about what to write next, and the hand on the wheel was only concerned with how many “claps” and comments I would receive. Who cares about that! I never had any monetary interest in what I’m doing online, so why do I feel the need to behave like those who do? It’s ridiculous.
This realization made me question my involvement in the Obsidian community. Although I appreciate the community’s values and insights, I feel like our interests and priorities are different. At times, I wonder if my questions are even worth asking. However, I am still hopeful that I will find a community that aligns with my values and interests. I believe that the internet has the power to connect people in meaningful ways, and I’m willing to keep searching until I find that place where I truly belong.
In conclusion, my experience with Twitter and Medium has taught me the importance of being intentional with my time and attention online. It’s easy to get swept up in algorithms and trends, but it’s crucial to stay true to myself and my interests. I’m still searching for my online community, but I’m confident that I’ll find it eventually. Until then, I’ll keep exploring and learning, and I’ll continue to prioritize my values and authenticity above all else.
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