Is Facebook a social saviour or ruining our ability to have real relationships? As with many things, it turns out it's not black and white. What matters most is your awareness. This interesting article looks at different types of social ties and explores what they’re good for, when they’re limited, and how to use them to build social capital.
The author examines four types of social connection (online contacts; professional networks; close friends and significant others) by asking
It's an interesting analysis and worth reading as being conscious of your social network can greatly affect your health and happiness.
The author examines four types of social connection (online contacts; professional networks; close friends and significant others) by asking
- What are they good for?
- What are their limitations?
- How can they help us build social capital?
It's an interesting analysis and worth reading as being conscious of your social network can greatly affect your health and happiness.