Social media is a platform that was not available a generation ago and it is fundamentally changing the way people meet and interact. According to Dr. Rachna Jain, a psychologist, there are two observations that are happening with social media. First, it is allowing people to meet more people than ever before. The types of people are well versed too. An individual can connect with a CEO of a multi billion-dollar company or a stranger who shares a similar interest. All this can be done with a few clicks on a computer. This can allow people to gather more opinions on a topic or create a network of colleagues. However, this can be problematic and lead to awkward social situations. With an increase of virtual interactions, people are becoming confused in some of their social relationships. “It’s easy to confuse digital intimacy for true intimacy” (Jain, 2010). This leads to overestimated levels of intimacy amongst individuals if they have met through social media (Jain, 2010). With all of this information being accessible, “Our challenge is not access to information; it is the challenge of paying attention” (Zuckerman, 19).  Having a sense of curiosity can be integral for moving your life and career forward.

“Our challenge is not access to information; it is the challenge of paying attention.” @EthanZ #Nhsmc

— Logan (@theRealLoganR) January 31, 2016

"Smartphones and social media influence how we act and our relationships. We get a false sense of security from ‘Likes’ and profile views."

— Allison Jackson (@allisonjacks) January 28, 2016

— Logan Reidsma