Comments by Student Blaire Fauser Most recent public comments by Student Blaire Fauser https://nowcomment.com/users/123688 Social media is in some ways a double edge sword. https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832017 https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832017 As we discussed in last class, social media allows you to stay in touch with others no matter how far away they are. But, I think going on social media and seeing what other people are doing can lead to upward comparison and make you feel worse about yourself. Sun, 05 Jun 2022 14:09:13 -0400 This is an interesting topic to discuss... https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832016 https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832016 I live alone in NYC and there are definitely times I feel lonely. I don't leave my apartment and see people on the streets and feel less lonely. In fact, sometimes it makes it harder because I see people walking around with their significant other, best friends, or kids and it can make you feel even more isolated. However, living in the city makes it very easy for me to get on a subway or walk to meet my friends for dinner, drinks, or to walk around. Sun, 05 Jun 2022 16:10:37 -0400 I thought this was a really interesting study. https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832015 https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832015 Whenever I see people dining alone I tend to feel sorry for them. I don't view them as being "loners" but I do wonder if they're happy... this study made me realize how dining alone doesn't mean someone is lonely and can actually be viewed in a positive light (they're secure, he/she is enjoying dinner or taking this time to relax and enjoy him or herself etc.) Sun, 05 Jun 2022 14:01:52 -0400 This is a very interesting finding. https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832014 https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832014 While it is expected that people in a relationship don't necessarily need to confide in their friends as much as people who are single, I think it's still important to have a range of people you can count on. I don't necessarily think that being in a relationship should mean you lose these diverse connections. Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:04:19 -0400 I definitely agree with this point! I think it's important that someone is able to be comfortable with themselves before entering into a relationship and relying too heavily on someone else for their happiness or sense of comfort. https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832012 https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832012 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 13:53:34 -0400 I agree with both Lizzy and Mairav. https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832011 https://nowcomment.com/documents/317340?scroll_to=2832011 I think it's also interesting to see how society's preoccupation with weddings has become somewhat exacerbated as a result of COVID. A lot of weddings were pushed back and cancelled and now I feel like everyone is getting married. The effect of this is also much more intense as a result of social media which makes it very easy for people to post photos of their extravagant weddings and bachelor/bachelorette parties. Mon, 06 Jun 2022 20:37:07 -0400