Art by Peau PorotesanoToday’s world is all about self-expression — and self-expression that gets people’s attention, whether it is the music you listen to, the way you wear your makeup or the way you talk. Social media has a huge influence on self-expression; it gives people the opportunity to post whatever they want, however they want.This accused violation … [Read more...] about Who Censored What?
Nam Knows Best: Facebook Friend PDA
There is some kind of disconnect going on in this here world. On the one hand, we don’t have time for anything. If I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say “I’ve been going since [insert early time] this morning and haven’t even had time to eat,” then I would have more than enough money to buy those personalized Nike kicks that I have been secretly wanting since I … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: Facebook Friend PDA
Why I’m private on social media
In our day and age, everyone seems to have an opinion to share. With pictures, videos and thoughts — either important or inane — being shared 24/7, everything is open to criticism. Being judged has become a normal occurrence on social media, and now everyone has to be vigilant. You have to be vigilant of what you say, think and feel, for any small reaction can be taken and … [Read more...] about Why I’m private on social media
Beyonce revolutionizes the music industry
Anyone who drops an album with no warning and then casually Instagrams vegan cupcakes has to be on another level than the rest of the world. Pop world Queen Bey did just that, and then let the world obsess over her while she slept like royalty. From the album name to the lyrics, Beyonce takes a whole new spin on self-confidence. She is Beyonce, but what does that mean? Is … [Read more...] about Beyonce revolutionizes the music industry
Social Media isn’t Social
My reasoning may blow your mind. See what I did there? With my seductive and bombastic title, such as –This is just an article, but what happens next will make you wish you were never born. Deny it all you want, but our social media sites have become graveyards for links to quiz results and material that was on Reddit two years ago. I’m all for reading "21 Questions Asian … [Read more...] about Social Media isn’t Social