I found something out about myself last night and about human nature too. How come as a society w feel more comfortable sharing information with people we don't know rather then family and friends?
I came across this realisation last night whilst on facebook. There i was expecting a pretty sedate night on the more magazine fan page and the conversation turned saucy. I felt more confident in joining the conversation and comments then i would've expected. You see i'm generally a private person but for some reason posting online is sort of anonymous in a way. you can say things you wouldn't talk to friends and family about. I feel this is because you feel you wont be judged, based on what you say, against your normally personality.  Also the delete and block buttons make it easy to not suffer the names, teasing and abuse you may endure if you tell someone you already know.
Also from what i have been told and experienced myself sites such as facebook and internet forums make it easier to talk about taboo subject. Whether this be sexual or a health issue such as depression and mental health issues.  After speaking to others i found it wasn't just me that had this opinion.

A said i agree with it tbh! There's people on here that I've met through more that I talk to everyday or so! It's much easier to talk openly! As you know you won't be judged! 
C commented saying that it's definately easier to talk to someone you don't know and who won't judge you. Although sometimes people do still try too. Also because its a page of a magazine you know everyone else is going to be pretty much on the same wavelength as you and enjoy the same things. Things you may not have in common with other friends or family members.


X said yes I agree, I find it a lot easier to share thoughts and feelings to strangers and I think the more page is great for that with like minded girls and generally the same age its helpful even if you dont comment to see what thier problems are and relate to them its a good subject.


So this shows that people prefer to do this as the people you are speak and sharing with are easier due to similar interests. I also believe this can be quite theraputic as you can talk with people you are going through or have gone through what you are experiencing.  Also its a good place for non judgemental advice.


Let me know what your thoughts are by commenting on this.


Emma
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