#musicmonday
A few weeks
ago, I had a scholarship interview. One
of the questions was about my perspective about social media. I think social
media overall is a great resource. Social media has the ability to connect
people, as well as an outlet for information.
Like anything balance and digression is key. This conversation sparked my interest in some
of the research done recently on the subject.
Common Sense
Media did a large scale survey across the United States that found that 9 out
of 10 American teenagers have used social media, but still prefer talking in
person over texting tweeting or connecting on Facebook or Instagram. Their
research showed that teens view social media as more positive than negative.
The study also published these interesting facts:
· 90% of teens have used some form of
social media. 50% of teens check their social media at least once a day.
· 52% of teen say that it has helped
their social relationships compared to 4% who believe it has hurt their
friendships.
· 29% of social network users believe
it has make them feel more outgoing. 20% say it makes them feel more social
confident. 15% report feeling better about themselves compared to 4% who feel
worse.
· Despite this, 43% of teens express a
desire to disconnect sometimes and 41% say they are “addicted” to the
technology.
This study
seems pretty accurate to me. I admit I
actually love connecting with my friends on social media, but agree that there
is no substitute for connecting in person. I think social media is a wonderful
avenue to connect with friends across the country. The ability to share information is easier
than any other time in history. I think
the key to this like everything else is balance.
I created
#musicmonday to promote my platform of music education on my social media accounts.
I ultimately had a goal in mind of uniting people through social media and
music. Social media is extremely unique in its ability to reach out to others
across the world. I believe music works in the same way. Music is universal and
speaks any language just like most forms of social media. I feel so incredibly
blessed to share my love for music on social media every single Monday. If I
reach just one person and inspire them to learn about music each Monday, I have
done my job.
Yours In
Harmony, Payton Hausauer Miss Teen North Dakota International 2017
