The Problem With Love Today
We live in a time where everything is digital. With that being said, the rise of social media has ruined our perception on love, and has continued to erode us.
Social media is a platform used to connect with one another. However, it is now being used as a dating platform. Society, including myself, are constantly falling for this trap. How will we build a genuine connection with somebody through a screen? How can we love them for who they are, if we don’t see their imperfections? Social media is a highlight reel, and you’ll never know who someone truly is unless spend time with them in-person.
Us teenagers have now built this idea of “situationships.” Sounds funny already, but it only gets worse. We disect these situationships into different phases and rules (following each other on socials, talking stage, etc.). It’s become so insane, that now we’ve built different phases?
In terms of how many relationships actually form (I’m talking long-term, not a 2-month contract), I’d say slim-to-none. And if they did, then congratulations — I do hear stories that some even lead to marriage. But for now, I am not convinced, and do not know any personally.
Ultimately, I can go on and on about this topic of love and social media. I believe it’s changed the game of love for the worse. It must change for the better, and we shouldn’t rely on social media for us to find the right partner. It is slowly damaging us, we now only look for the right looks and proportions, character and values isn’t in the picture.
I’m guilty of this too. As a teen myself, I literally grew up in the age of social media; it is all I know. I’ve been in countless so-called situationships, talking stages. All I can say is, it is mentally draining, and you must release yourself before matters get worse (obsessions — social media makes it easy to reconnect with your ex).
Research on the effect of social media on romantic relationships: click here