musing, online vs offline lives
Does anyone else experience a marked disparity between their social presentation and experiences in the online world in comparison to their day-to-day lives in offline meatspace? How do you address it and find balance?
Over the past half-year-plus, I seem to have developed a markedly different self from the one I maintain day-to-day for in-person interactions. While realizing that this is not uncommon in general, I am genuinely curious as to others' experiences.
musing, online vs offline lives
I can relate to to many of those. I try to practice good operational security online, but seem to have lapses more often than I like. But personal issues seem much easier to talk about online as not interacting becomes a genuine option.
IRL connections are difficult. I think it's the immediacy of interaction and not having time to think. Online, I can take my time, even in live chat situations.
