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ptb's avatar

Thanks, Matt. Appreciate the update and info. You seem like one of the last "normal" people in journalism anymore--able to relate to what real people experience. Your free speech focus has been invaluable. Of course, a better writer than 99.999% of people. I also worry about the reduction in information availability. I can still find things via google but have to scroll through so much more junk to find the real info I'm searching for. Keep fighting the good fight.

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SimulationCommander's avatar

Like any other addition, TikTok/internet addiction won't be reversed until the addict hits rock bottom and WANTS to get better. That's always the first step in recovery. A couple years ago I went out 'with the boys' after our softball game -- but 10 minutes in, and I was the only one not playing on his phone. I remember wondering why we were even 'out' to begin with if not for the social interaction.....

If we're lucky, within a few years the kids will think it's actually cool to talk with others instead of to your phone..........

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