I started using Foursquare recently, and it really pushes my buttons as regards what I can put into it. Specifically:
- Location/Activity – ‘Hey! I’m on the sofa!’
- Creativity – photos and/or amusing commentary.
- Some thought and generosity – tips on what to try and what to avoid.
Photo: Greg Segal
These people are rather into Foursquare.
If you’re a recipient of my superbly original social media shenanigans, your priorities are probably in the reverse order:
- Helpful
- Entertaining
- Neither of the above
Point 1 is the big one! (Combine 1 and 2 to strike gold.) The interwebatron (to give it its correct title) is best put to use when helping other people, right?
Do yourself a favour by doing one for someone else. Stop obsessing over your own world and try looking at someone else’s for a moment, to see how you can help them, unconditionally. Your generosity will be returned in time.
Hey, I’m in a cafe!