Hey, les cheries!
Soo lately, I’ve been reflecting on how the internet has shaped not just how we see the world, but also how we live in it—how we make decisions, carry ourselves, and most importantly, how we connect with other people.
The Volume of Opinions
When people talk about the dangers of social media, it’s usually about “fakeness”—someone looking rich or happy online when in reality, they’re not. But for me, that’s never been the real issue.
The bigger problem is the sheer volume of opinions we consume.
If you know me, you know I’m an information junkie. I always say, “I may not have experienced this myself, but I own the stories of others.” But lately, I realized the stories I truly own—the ones from real people in my life—are few. Most of my opinions, maybe 70%, come from 30-second videos or two-hour podcasts (and yes, I admit it, I consume a lot 😭).
Over time, these external voices can drown out my own inner voice—the one I call the Holy Spirit.
The “Self” Culture
Social media promotes a certain culture around relationships and friendships. You’ve seen it:
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Protect your peace at all costs.
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They’re treating you badly? Leave.
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If he wanted to, he would; if not, leave.
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If someone is meant to stay in your life, they will.
At first, these messages feel empowering—and sometimes, they absolutely are. But I can’t help but ask:
Are these messages making us lazy with human connection? Are we becoming self-centered? Are we putting others on pedestals we ourselves couldn’t reach?
Are we so focused on “protecting ourselves” that we forget to connect with people as whole humans—with flaws, virtues, and everything in between?
Returning to Our Roots
I started questioning if this is really how life is supposed to work—or if we’ve just found a faster way to broadcast it.
The answer came when I stumbled upon the book Business Secrets from the Bible. One lesson stood out: true success, in business and in life, revolves around people. Human connection is not optional—it’s essential.
Later, I listened to an interview from someone in the hospitality industry. The whole discussion centered on one thing: people, connection, and relationships. And that’s when it clicked: maybe we need to go back to the roots of how we interact with each other.
Connection Is Human
Even the Bible emphasizes connection. Adam was alone, and God created Eve from his rib. This isn’t just a story about companionship—it’s a reminder that humans are made for connection.
Yes, we shouldn’t accept everything thrown at us. But maybe we also shouldn’t put people on unrealistic pedestals. Maybe what we need is more grace—for others and for ourselves—as we navigate this first-time experience called life.
After all, connection is not weakness. It’s the heart of what it means to be human.
Thank you!! Lots of love 🫶💙
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