Warning: Facebook May Cause Insecurities

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Online Dating University and Mashable recently provided a fantastic look into the hidden effects and dangers of Facebook when navigating the landmines of relationships. This is so funny and so true!

Warning: Facebook May Cause Insecurities

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Michael
Michael

Facebook is really only an extension of the internet. And to be honest, the internet is not a safe place for the faint of heart. Too bad that you can only get used to it by experience. Some people don't survive the process. My recent post Panasonic Prestige NN-SD797S, 1.6cuft 1250 Watt Sensor Microwave Oven, Stainless Steel

Vitaly Tennant
Vitaly Tennant

You're spot on Michael. You just got to know your way around, experience does it best.

Mark
Mark

Facebook can really caused too much insecurities to others because of the detailed updates presented by other users within your network. The latest trend right now are so many resto pics and vacation pics published by users, showing as if all people have lots of money in their pockets. LOL Anyway, that's how they want to use their accounts. So long that they are responsible enough in posting information in their wall, there's no big deal about it. My recent post I don’t like to be idle and I’m constantly on the go and the P90X system is exactly the same

Martin
Martin

It's true that Facebook took it to a new level, but these dangers were there from the beginning of the internet. Recently read of a girl that set a date with some guy on craigslist and he held her hostage and used her as a sex slave. You can easily find the details on Google. Nothing surprises me anymore. So let's just say i prefer to date people i actually meet first offline, it's safer and healthier. My recent post Private Truck Driving Schools

Vitaly Tennant
Vitaly Tennant

Yeah, that's why places like eharmony actually go through a background check, and before you meet the person you have already established numerous conversations. You are absolutely right Martin, it's the internet; anything can happen, just like the real world. Craigslist is just crazy, you'll come across lots of stories like that, even murder. I don't get surprised much either these days. Meeting people offline is ideal to me as well as it gets that "spontaneous" connection going. I have also talked to tons of people that love online dating, because if you're busy ... the same girl that's out at the bar can be online as well. You can spend money at the bar, or you can spend it online and get a legitimate date. It's a two way street indeed, thanks for your input Martin, and I'll see you around. My recent post Google Plus Invite Giveaway

Martin
Martin

Really, i find online relationship building a useless thing. I personally know people that got hooked up online (some are married now), but i don't see myself doing it. There's no eye contact, no touch, you can't read reactions online. And it bores me to small chat on the keyboard. My recent post How to Start a Truck Driving Training School Business

Vitaly Tennant
Vitaly Tennant

Yeah, I totally get where you're coming from Martin. I guess you have a conflict with that first interaction where you have to communicate online to get to the next step. And I don't blame you. My recent post Happiness in a Fool’s paradise

Carolyn
Carolyn

Facebook is definitely changing relationships, whether it's for the worse or better certainly remains to be seen. Someone asked me yesterday if being on Facebook meant that my friends would get updates from me for the rest of my life. Ew. Doesn't sound appealing. I've had three friends I connected with on Facebook pass away, one in her 30's and two in their early 40's. Facebook is a useful place to share memories of loved ones when they pass. It's difficult to imagine marriages breaking up due to Facebook. Perhaps these relationships were on shaky ground anyway? You're right though, moderation in all things. It's important for people not to become obsessed with Facebook friends and their updates. My recent post 10 Best Road Trip Tech Tools for Drivers

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wedding favors

Hi Tanya, There was a problem with the link. I can't open it. Anyhow, if you think that Facebook can cause insecurities, it is perhaps with the post of your friends -- their achievements and success in life. But, take it as a challenge.

@TanyaWineland
@TanyaWineland

Here's the link just in case you weren't able to access: http://4.mshcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fa.... Yes, Facebook may cause insecurities. I lifted that directly from the infographic at the bottom under "#5 - How to deal with these problems." Personally, my take on the matter is a little different. I think that many people abuse the power of technology and the power of their position. Look at married Congressman Anthony D. Weiner in the news today having to answer for his sexually charged behavior online. I think it starts with us and our thoughts. Who our friends are online and what they may post is secondary. We can only hold ourselves accountable for what we feel and what we say and/or do in response/reaction to those feelings. P.S. I love a challenge ;)

Elleymay
Elleymay

I honestly believe that facebook change the lives of people; it changed the whole world and still changing it every minute of a second. The 70% facebook-causing divorce must be true(i guess)..it has actually ruined the lives of many. People just get so excited, just a little tooooooo excited having to meet the past again, Hey guy! the past is past. Do not EVER ruin your family because of that past...

Vitaly Tennant
Vitaly Tennant

Yeah, FB definitely changed the ways we communicate. For some reason I just thought of that Hot Tub Time Machine scene where the kid asks for a girl's number ... that movie is funny as hell.

Adrienne
Adrienne

I have no doubt those statistics are close to being true. Luckily for me, I'm mostly on there for business purposes and not to just catch up with close friends and family members. Sure, I have some connected with me there but I prefer chatting with them via email or phone. Yep, I'm from the old school. Thanks for sharing Tanya, Adrienne My recent post Wow- I Am SO Blown Away!

Vitaly Tennant
Vitaly Tennant

Hey Adrienne, I'm sure you're not the only who's there for business purposes only and "being old school" there are tons of people that do just that which is smart. But I've had my FB account for years now, just because I log into it to see what everyone is up to ... kinda like reading a newspaper on your friends in an essence. I did hear though that Facebook contributes to 70%+ of divorces, because people are connecting to their past girlfriends / boyfriends that they haven't seen in years ... and whoollaa you get all sorts of relationship issues.

@TanyaWineland
@TanyaWineland

When I think of Facebook and relationships, the phrase "hot mess" comes to mind. I did have to unfriend everyone from high school and undergrad at one point a couple of years ago. Too much drama! My recent post Warning- Facebook May Cause Insecurities