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Scenario

Why sharing personal struggles online can increase loneliness

I posted a vulnerable story about my anxiety and got 50 heart reactions but somehow felt more alone than before I shared it.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Receiving sympathy without presence reveals that validation cannot substitute for genuine witness.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Social media and loneliness?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.