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The Need for Connection in a Changing Digital World

Writer's picture: Jordan Blaza OlsenJordan Blaza Olsen



Why does the current social media turmoil feel like grieving the loss of someone we love? Because humans are inherently social beings. We aren’t designed to live in isolation. Social media, for all its faults and wonders, gave us that essential feeling—connection. For many, it became a lifeline; a way to belong in an often isolating world, especially for those unable to interact in person.


I still remember the first time I clicked “create account.” It was Friendster and then Hi5. These platforms were fun, sure, but I wanted more. Then along came MySpace, and it was like the world opened up. Suddenly, I was meeting people from different countries, bonding over music playlists, and customizing my profile for hours. Those were the golden days. But, as with all things, trends shifted. MySpace faded, Facebook rose, and reluctantly, I joined. That’s where “everyone” was.


Life changed. I deleted it all at some point but came back in 2018, diving into Instagram through cosplay. It was vibrant and personal again—until the Meta boycott began and Tiktok disappeared from the US. Suddenly, I felt that familiar tug: the need to connect.


I ventured into places like Bluesky and Youtube, reconnecting with fragments of my people. But the intimate spark isn’t quite the same. Everything feels so public, so vast. It’s frightening yet exhilarating—the feeling of starting over. It reminds me of the first day of school, neatly packed yet filled with jitters.


Connection isn’t always easy. It takes courage to reach out, to make it personal. But that’s where the magic lies. Sometimes, it’s worth rediscovering, one brave step at a time.


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