Is it easily trackable by the government like Snapchat and meta apps, or is it like telegram, ( not sure but I hear alot that telegram is pretty solid on privacy )

Reddit is one of the worst form of social media. Let me explain why.

Firstly, when browsing Reddit, you take in absurd amount of written data in form of opinions. This in itself causes information overload, which makes you more anxious and stressed. Secondly, the worst side effect in my view, is that information is not processed, you just take it in passively, like watching a TV; this alters your worldview, even subconsciously, and if there are hints of negativity(dating is impossible nowadays, I will be forever alone, The economy is bad, The world is getting worse etc...), they will be amplified by supporting evidence, which you will seek thanks to confirmation bias. You will start to see world in weird ways, that doesn't not represent how the world works for your.

Also, it is easy to trick yourself into thinking the information is something worth taking it: "I learn new stuff", "It is sophisticated converstion"- unlike, let's say, compared to TikTok. However, the information is not processed, and will just fade away, just like your plain ol' TikToks, only leaving you with a feeling that you spent your time in more efficient way than TikTok, but without anything concrete, than hours dissapeared from your precious day.

The upvote system is something that seems quite nice: quick way to read the most accurate information!

Well, actually upvoting and reading just the top posts just promotes conformism. The top rated posts create feeling that they are the right opinion and view, whilst actually they are just the most popular ones. Treating the most popular view as the most truthful view is the definition of conformism, and the conformism is the definition of not thinking for yourself, and not thinking for yourself is a sure way to live a life that is not aligned with how you truly want to live. Is that something you want for YOUR life? For me, the answer is clear-cut no.

I do realize, that there are healthy ways to use Reddit - as there are healthy ways to use any form of social media. Healthy use of social media is seldom and I think Reddit is no difference. Mindless scrolling and reading the text here quickly, will be detrimental for your character and metal health, while posting your own thoughtful posts and responses can very well be a great way to spend time.

And yes, this is written as motivation for me to stop using Reddit, as I've come to see how it harms my mental health, by altering my view of the real world. And I don't think I am the only one suffering from this. Thank you.

Pros and cons? What are the people like? Do jobs usually start at minimum wage, or higher? And do you personally find anything noteworthy about your state? I'm considering moving to Wichita from southern Arizona

My step daughter has been bad from playing roblox because it brings out the worst in her. Now tho I wonder what can be said about me and reddit.

I deleted Facebook years ago and never looked back because I felt it was causing me harm. Now I'm seeing the same trend on here.

I'm constantly checking for new notifications all the time.

Its's the first thing I check in the morning.

Sometimes It actually affects my state of mind and I come away with frustration because I've not got the feedback I wanted from a post.

I'm right now ignoring my Mrs and have been for the last couple of hours because I've been stuck arguing on here. I've had stuff to do but now I have no time.

I am someone who gets easily addicted to social media. I ain't got at moderating myself. Reddit tho for its bad points also is very helpful when it comes to certain topics. I have had very good info from certain subreddits and If I delete reddit then I will lose a valuable source of knowledge. Hmm how can I be on here and stay sane?

Any suggestions ?

I'm new to kansas city and stay nearby plaza, its only been few weeks but I have observed that west side neighborhoods are kinda upscale and the east side neighborhoods(that I have seen till now like troost) are not so upscale.

I have been to the east side few times and never felt unsafe but I kinda felt that neighborhoods to the west and east of the plaza are quite different. I'm sorry if I offended anyone,I just want to know if there's any particular reason for this difference.

PS: If anyone can tell me if there any neighborhoods that i need to be careful in the night ,it will be really helpful

How much can someone find out about you through Reddit? Has anyone here ever had someone know who they are and message them? Whether they just searched online or knew you in person? Or have you ever figured out who another Redditor is

Water levels in Cheney Lake have continued to drop since Wichita leaders declared a drought in January 2023, kicking off the first stage of the city’s drought plan — voluntary water conservation. Restrictions on when residents can water their lawns became mandatory this summer.

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