Why Building Genuine Connections Online is Harder Than Ever

Social media promised us connection at the click of a button. Platforms designed to bring us closer often feel shallow, where “friends” and “followers” don’t always translate to genuine bonds. Are we truly more connected or just more accessible?

Let’s explore how the digital age might be making it harder to find real relationships online.

More Friends, Less Connection: How Social Media Changed Relationships

Social media has revolutionized how we perceive friendship and closeness. We can add new “friends” or follow someone we barely know with just a click. These platforms give the illusion of connection, where “likes,” “comments,” and “follows” mimic the gestures of genuine friendships.

However, these interactions often lack the warmth and depth of real-life bonds. A comment here or an emoji reaction there doesn’t necessarily mean true support or understanding.

Instead of fostering deeper relationships, social media can sometimes lead us to measure our worth by numbers — followers likes, shares — rather than the quality of connections.

While it feels like we’re connecting more, many of these interactions are fleeting, leaving us with more acquaintances than real friends…