Monday, October 17, 2016

A good use of social media




Son K has 'the gift of the gab'. He has no trouble talking to people and is very comfortable with new acquaintances, at work or in social situations. His friends have trouble meeting girls, for example. K will add them to his Snapchat 'friends' list no problem, often with no motive other than to have a new friend to share things with.  K told me that this guy was watching him add a new female friend to his list after talking to her for a bit, and thought it was a great idea.  It really seems to be much less of a big deal than asking for someone's phone number.  This is a good use of Social media don't you think?

19 comments:

The Happy Whisk said...

Sounds like he's having fun with it. Good on him!

Valerie-Jael said...

Sounds like fun, I think as we get older we get more cautious. Lovely photo, too. Hugs, Valerie

Anna of Mutton Style and Years said...

I do think the younger generation are more comfortable that way. It's less forward isn't it. Less chance of a snub too.

Mark said...

Social media does present people a more comfortable way to get together. Unless it's Facebook. with someone's Facebook account you practically know their whole life, so people are more guarded about that. Things like Snapchat, Twitter and Instagram are a great way to connect to people without having to connect all at once though.

Christine said...

True, you make a good point Mark.

Unknown said...

I'm all for Snapchat. Unfortunately, I only have one friend (my daughter)!

Good post

Terry said...

I always say"what is snapchat?" Because i'm the most useless social media person ever.
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Christine said...

You can send photos and videos and chat with your friends Trey. Then whatever you send disappears unless you save it.

JFM said...

My blog here on blogspot, is about as social as I get in the "social media" scene.
For the younger ones out there it can be a good thing, but as most things these days, should be used with caution.

Love your photo, Christine~

froebelsternchen said...

For the younger persons it is a good thing I think - My daughter is full in the social media - why not!?
As long as they handle it with care and mindful they will enjoy and it's the time for such things that's a fact!
Had we every thought as we were young that we could talk and communicate round the world so fabulous ...
I enjoy it very much!
Happy new week!
oxo Susi

Lady Fi said...

yes, Snapchat is an informal and fun way to get to know people.

Christine said...

I have the same problem with followers Heather, lol.

sandy said...

My grandson 14 who lived with us for a year uses Snapchat - great idea for kids.

Anonymous said...

It's very popular these days, particularly with the younger generations.

Lisabella Russo said...

It sounds like a smart way to get to know someone. How wonderful for him that he is at ease in social situations. You're amazing at talking to people, so I'm thinking he gets it from you...

Christine said...

aww Lisa you are so sweet to say that!

Silver in AZ said...

sounds cool! I haven't looked into snapchat. I think I don't need one more way to be media savvy. LOL

Anonymous said...

I am glad he likes to socialize that way. You can also meet your future spouse via eHarmony or other match making sites.

Lowcarb team member said...

I'm a techno dinosaur ... but I do like the flowers in your photo.

All the best Jan